Jamaica has been making significant strides in advancing critical environmental development policies with the European Union (EU) grant fund support of €16.6 million. This is being facilitated through a financing...

Turtles are majestic creatures that draw attention and wonder all around the world, especially when an adult of the reptile specie is spotted. Sadly, not many persons are aware of...

The Forestry Department, the lead agency responsible for Jamaica’s forest resources, is providing free seedlings to the public for Labour Day, Monday, May 23. Labour Day will be observed under...

The National Museum Jamaica (NMJ), a division of the Institute of Jamaica (IOJ), has launched a programme to teach students about the preservation of Jamaica’s endemic plants and animals. About...

Jamaica has updated its Climate Change and Emissions Policy frameworks to effectively respond to climate change impacts and support transformative action to ensure environmentally sound management of emissions. The revised...

The Meteorological Service of Jamaica (Met Service) is working to commission its new doppler weather radar by the start of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Director of the Meteorological Service,...

The Meteorological Service of Jamaica (Met Service) is developing a SmartAlert programme, which will provide prompt notifications to citizens about various hazards that could affect their area. Director of the...

The . Service of Jamaica is working to develop tools to support stakeholders in the Fisheries sector. Knowledge of weather and climate changes is critical for persons who earn their...