AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBelize River Valley Fish Kill: Residents along the Belize River are reporting scores of dead fish and other aquatic life, with the water turning darker and showing algae buildup and sludge-like material near Labour Creek (linked to canals toward Santander Sugar). The Department of the Environment is testing water quality and has not yet confirmed a cause, though investigators are reportedly looking at whether an organic discharge could have reduced dissolved oxygen. Authorities are advising people not to consume fish or use river water until results are out. Coastal Conservation & Community Action: WWF Mesoamerica is pushing for protected area status for Placencia Lagoon, using community-led mural work at Malacate Beach to highlight local ties to the lagoon and build momentum for stronger protection. Renewables Push in the Region: IRENA opened a funding call for renewable energy projects across Central America and the Caribbean, including Belize, prioritizing proposals before Sept. 1. Climate-Smart Youth Support: UNICEF and the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre signed a five-year MoU to protect children’s rights as hurricanes, flooding, drought, extreme heat, and environmental degradation intensify. Sustainable Coastal Livelihoods: In Hopkins, women received training on curing fish skin to make eco-friendly leather, aiming to support coastal artisans with greener production options.
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