The flagship initiative of the Development Bank of Jamaica, the Boosting Innovation, Growth, and Entrepreneurship Ecosystems (BIGEE) Programme, continues to empower local micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and foster innovation across the country. The programme is a five-year initiative funded by a US$25-million loan from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and a US$8.2-million grant from the European Union (EU),...

Given the existential threat of disasters, the global community needs to keep alive the goal of limiting temperature rise, says Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith. Addressing a disaster preparedness forum with members of the Diplomatic Corps, at the Ministry in downtown Kingston, today (August 29), the Minister said Hurricane Beryl, which impacted...

Director General of the Maritime Authority of Jamaica, Bertrand Smith has reiterated Jamaica’s commitment to fostering a resilient ocean ecosystem for future generations. Speaking at a recent World Oceans Day ceremony hosted by Earth Ambassadeurs at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, Mr. Smith outlined Jamaica’s proactive measures in marine conservation, including the implementation of a global initiative supported by the Food...

Jamaica remains five years ahead of schedule to meet the 2030 target for land mass protection, says Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda. The Government has committed to complete legal protection for 30 per cent of land mass and coastal marine ecosystems by 2030 as part of measures to...

As Jamaica joins other countries in observing World Environment Day on Wednesday, June 5, The Mico University College President, Dr. Asburn Pinnock, is underscoring the crucial role of education in raising environmental awareness and promoting sustainable practices. Dr. Pinnock, who emphasises the importance of citizens being responsible and environmentally conscious, urges Jamaicans to see themselves as stewards of the environment....

The St. James Municipal Corporation has launched the Youth Climate Action Fund Programme, a $7.5-million initiative aimed at promoting climate solutions in Montego Bay through youth engagement. This innovative programme is funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies in collaboration with United Cities Local Governments (UCLG) and the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation (BCPI) at Johns Hopkins University, USA. It will provide grants...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda, says the outcome of discussions arising from the Jamaica National Stakeholder Consultation on Climate Services and the 1st National Climate Forum (NCF-1) will assist in guiding the Government’s planning for climate change. This, he points out, is important for climate mitigation as well...