AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDisaster Readiness: NODS trained district disaster teams at the Department of Environment to speed up damage assessments using KoboToolbox, moving from paper to a faster digital approach. Water & Resilience: A new “Story of Water” piece highlights how seawater desalination is keeping millions of gallons flowing during dry spells, while stressing conservation is still essential. Food Security & Inclusion: Blue Dragonfly Foundation secured a US$50,000 grant to build a hydroponic farm in John Hughes, pairing vocational training with supported work for autistic people. Tourism Carrying Capacity: Tourism Minister Max Fernandez says Antigua and Barbuda will commission a carrying capacity study to guide “smart growth” as visitor numbers rise, protecting beaches, attractions, communities and natural resources. Marine Protection Debate: Local environmental groups and OceanCare are urging Antigua and Barbuda to rethink its International Whaling Commission stance, arguing it clashes with the country’s environmental record and public opinion. Local Climate Safety: The Education Ministry warns a circulating school-closure notice is fake, after heavy rainfall and a flash-flood advisory—students are expected to attend as usual.
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