AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoClimate & Children: UNICEF-backed research warns Eastern Caribbean children face escalating, overlapping climate hazards, with more than a third already exposed to at least three risks and projections rising to over 9 in 10 by mid-century—no “safe zone.” Media & Disaster Response: UNICEF and CDEMA trained Caribbean journalists in St Lucia to improve how children are covered during emergencies, focusing on children’s rights and psychological impacts. Climate Planning Gaps: A UNICEF study says regional climate plans across six Eastern Caribbean states lack child-specific indicators and measurable targets, making it hard to track whether climate spending benefits children. Water Infrastructure: WASCO and the Ministry launched a John Compton Dam raw water pipeline replacement to cut leaks and service interruptions, aiming to reduce major water losses. Resilient Infrastructure Support: The new RIISE facility is now operating, offering Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia, and St Vincent and the Grenadines specialist help to push climate-resilient projects past implementation bottlenecks. Food & Farming Impacts: Saint Lucia’s agriculture minister says climate change is already affecting crops, fisheries, water availability, and the affordability of nutritious food. Local Tech/Skills: SLFA named Miran Louis as technical director, bringing UEFA coaching credentials to strengthen football development.
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