AGP Executive Report

Climate Finance: Prime Minister Gaston Browne urged world leaders in Australia to turn climate pledges into affordable funding and action, warning that small islands face mounting losses from disasters they did little to cause. He also pursued regional renewable-energy cooperation and plans to expand electric transport. Extreme Heat: Antigua and Barbuda recorded 12 heatwaves in the first 10 months of 2026, up from seven in all of last year. The Met Service warns hotter, drier conditions could worsen drought risks. Water-Smart Farming: FAO and the Agriculture Ministry trained 31 farmers and officials in more precise irrigation, soil nutrient management and fertigation to improve vegetable production while using water and other inputs more efficiently.

Farm Water Management: FAO trained 31 farmers and agricultural professionals in Antigua and Barbuda to manage irrigation and nutrients more precisely, helping improve vegetable production while using water and other inputs efficiently. Climate Finance: At a summit in Australia, Prime Minister Gaston Browne urged world leaders to provide affordable funding and turn climate promises into action, warning that small island states face mounting costs from disasters they did little to cause. Extreme Heat: Antigua and Barbuda recorded 12 heatwaves in the first ten months of 2026, up from seven in all of last year. The Met Service warned that worsening drought and even hotter conditions could follow in 2027. Clean Energy: Browne is pursuing regional renewable-energy partnerships and support for an OECS “Renewable Islands” initiative, alongside plans to expand electric transport beyond the November Commonwealth summit.

Climate-Smart Farming: FAO training has equipped 31 farmers and agriculture professionals in Antigua and Barbuda with practical tools to manage water and nutrients more precisely, supporting more efficient production of vegetables. Climate Finance and Clean Energy: In Australia, Prime Minister Gaston Browne called for affordable climate funding and faster action for small island states, while pursuing renewable-energy partnerships and a regional “Renewable Islands Initiative” to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels. Rising Heat: Antigua and Barbuda recorded 12 heatwaves in the first 10 months of 2026, against seven for all of 2025; temperatures often reached 34–35°C, and officials warn hotter, drier conditions may lie ahead. Resilience Planning: An OECS mission has worked with government agencies to strengthen the country’s coordination and capacity to secure climate finance for priority resilience projects.

Clean Energy: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is pursuing renewable-energy partnerships in Australia, including a proposed OECS initiative to cut fossil-fuel dependence, and plans to extend electric-vehicle use beyond CHOGM. Heat Alert: Antigua and Barbuda logged 12 heatwaves in the first 10 months of 2026—nearly twice last year’s total—with hotter, drier conditions raising drought concerns. Barbuda’s Energy Future: Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within two years. Climate Finance: At a Perth summit, Browne called for affordable, predictable funding, warning that island states are forced to borrow to recover from disasters they did little to cause. Global Climate Science: Countries failed again to agree on a timetable for the IPCC’s next reports, while a budget dispute leaves the panel facing a serious funding crisis. CHOGM Investment: A new Commonwealth platform features more than 60 projects seeking about US$30 billion, including proposals in the green economy and energy.

Clean Energy: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is seeking Australian partnerships for renewable power and electric transport, including an OECS initiative to cut reliance on imported fossil fuels. He says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within two years. Extreme Heat: Antigua and Barbuda recorded 12 heatwaves in the first 10 months of 2026, up from seven in all of 2025. Meteorologists warn hotter, drier conditions could worsen drought and raise risks for residents. Climate Finance: Browne called for accessible, affordable funding for island states facing costly recovery from climate disasters, while an OECS mission is helping Antigua and Barbuda strengthen its ability to secure and coordinate climate finance. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda has joined a regional water security declaration and will host a Caribbean water conference in 2027, as officials seek stronger cooperation on reliable supplies. Global Climate Talks: Countries failed to agree on a schedule for the IPCC’s next major climate reports, raising concerns they may not be ready for the 2028 global review of climate action.

Extreme Heat: Antigua and Barbuda recorded 12 heatwaves in the first ten months of 2026, up from seven for all of last year. The longest lasted nine days, with temperatures reaching 34–35°C; the Met Service warns hotter, drier conditions may lie ahead. Climate Finance: At a summit in Australia, Prime Minister Gaston Browne called for affordable, predictable climate funding, warning that island states are forced to borrow to rebuild after disasters they did little to cause. An OECS mission is also working with local agencies to strengthen the country’s access to climate finance. Regional Resilience: A US$340 million Caribbean investment plan includes infrastructure funding, while regional leaders are urging greater focus on resilience. Clean Energy: Prime Minister Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within two years. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda will host a regional water conference in 2027, as Caribbean countries seek practical ways to protect reliable water supplies. Early Warnings: Caribbean countries are strengthening weather observation, forecasting and public alerts to help people act sooner when dangerous conditions approach.

Climate Justice: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is pressing for stronger climate financing and clean-energy partnerships at the Global Citizen summit in Perth, warning of the costs of inaction for small island states. Climate Finance: An OECS mission has worked with Antigua and Barbuda’s environment and finance agencies to improve coordination and access to funding for resilience projects. Barbuda’s Energy Future: Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within two years, an ambitious goal for the island. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda has joined regional leaders in signing a declaration on sustainable water management and resilience, and will host the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association’s conference in 2027. Early Warnings: Caribbean countries are strengthening weather observations, forecasts and public alerts to help communities act sooner when dangerous storms and flooding threaten.

Climate Justice: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is at the Global Citizen summit in Perth, where he is expected to press for stronger climate finance and clean-energy partnerships for vulnerable island states. Renewable Energy: Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable power within two years. Climate Finance: An OECS mission met with government agencies to identify funding priorities and strengthen Antigua and Barbuda’s ability to finance resilience projects. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda has backed a regional plan for stronger water and wastewater systems, and will host the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association’s conference in 2027. Disaster Readiness: Caribbean countries are improving weather observations and warnings so people can act sooner when storms, floods and landslides threaten. Marine Environment: Fisheries officials warn that owners must remove abandoned vessels by October 28 or face cleanup costs.

Climate Diplomacy: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is in Perth for the Global Citizen NOW summit, where he is set to press for stronger climate finance, clean-energy partnerships and accountability, drawing attention to Hurricane Irma’s devastation in Barbuda. Climate Finance: An OECS mission has engaged government agencies on Antigua and Barbuda’s funding priorities and ways to strengthen its ability to secure and manage resilience investment. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda has signed a regional declaration on water security and climate resilience, and will host the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association conference in 2027. Resilience and Energy: Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within two years. Regional partners are also strengthening weather observations and warnings so people can act sooner when storms, floods or landslides threaten. Coastal Protection: A proposed fishing restriction aims to give Peace Beach’s reef time to recover, while boat owners have until October 28 to remove abandoned vessels or face cleanup costs.

Climate Finance: An OECS mission has worked with Antigua and Barbuda’s environment and finance officials to strengthen coordination and access to funding for climate resilience projects. Climate Action: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is set to press global leaders for stronger climate finance and clean-energy partnerships at the Global Citizen summit in Australia, drawing attention to the risks facing small islands. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda signed a regional declaration on resilient water systems and will host the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association’s 2027 conference. Renewable Energy: Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within two years. Coastal Protection: Officials have proposed restricting fishing to help Peace Beach Reef recover, while vessel owners must remove abandoned boats by October 28 or face cleanup costs. Early Warnings: A regional initiative is improving weather observations and coordination so warnings give communities clearer guidance and time to act.

Climate Justice: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is set to press for stronger climate finance, clean-energy partnerships and accountability at the Global Citizen summit in Australia, drawing on the devastation Hurricane Irma caused in Barbuda. Early Warnings: Caribbean countries are improving weather observations, forecasts and coordination so alerts give people clearer guidance and time to act during floods, landslides and storms. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda has signed a regional declaration to strengthen climate resilience, sanitation and water infrastructure, and will host the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association’s conference in 2027. Renewable Energy: Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable power within 18 to 24 months, with plans to expand solar generation and add battery storage; construction timing and financing details remain unclear. Marine Environment: Fisheries officials have given owners until October 28 to remove abandoned boats, vehicles and fishing gear from Point Wharf or face cleanup costs. Food Growing: Two schools have received a hydroponics system and nursery to support hands-on learning and local food production.

Early Warnings: A Caribbean storm-response exercise tested how authorities handle floods, landslides, blocked roads and misinformation. Regional efforts are strengthening weather observations, data sharing and forecasts so warnings prompt timely action. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda will host the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association’s 2027 conference after joining regional leaders in a declaration on climate resilience, water access and infrastructure. Barbuda Energy: Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within 18 to 24 months, with plans to add generating capacity and battery storage; construction timing remains unclear. Coastal Cleanup: Fisheries officials have given owners until October 28 to remove abandoned boats, vehicles and fishing gear from Point Wharf or face cleanup costs. School Growing: Victory Centre and Cedar Grove Primary have received a hydroponics system and nursery to support hands-on food-growing lessons.

Climate-Ready Housing: Pelican Court’s 150 homes, handed over on Thursday, are described as climate-resilient; former Booby Alley homeowners are due replacement units without extra payment, with residents expected to move in by January. Barbuda’s Energy Shift: Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within 18 to 24 months, with plans to expand solar generation and add battery storage. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda has signed the Grand Anse Water Declaration, committing to stronger climate resilience, improved water and sanitation services, and regional cooperation. Utilities Minister Melford Nicholas also says the country is considering a shared catastrophe insurance programme for utilities. Clean-Up Deadline: Fisheries officials have ordered owners to remove derelict boats, vehicles and fishing gear from Point Wharf by October 28 or face cleanup costs. Growing Skills: Two schools have received a hydroponics system and nursery, giving students hands-on experience growing food.

Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda signed a regional declaration to strengthen water security, climate resilience and wastewater management, with plans to cut water losses and improve disaster preparedness. Climate-Ready Homes: Pelican Court’s 150 homes are described as climate-resilient; residents are expected to move in by January after remaining work is completed. Clean Energy: Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable energy within 18 to 24 months, with plans to expand solar generation and add battery storage. Waste and Fisheries: The Fisheries Division has ordered owners to remove abandoned boats, vehicles and gear from Point Wharf by October 28 or face cleanup costs. School Food-Growing: Victory Centre and Cedar Grove Primary have received a hydroponics system and nursery to support hands-on learning about growing food.

Coastal Cleanup: Fisheries officials have given owners until October 28 to remove derelict boats, vehicles and fishing gear from Point Wharf, or pay for their removal. Renewable Energy: Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable power within 18 to 24 months, with plans to expand solar generation and add battery storage; construction timing remains unclear. Water Resilience: Antigua and Barbuda is discussing a regional catastrophe insurance programme for utilities as it seeks stronger water services and better protection from climate impacts. Local Food Growing: Victory Centre and Cedar Grove Primary have received a hydroponics system and nursery, giving students hands-on experience growing food. Climate-Ready Schools: Construction is progressing on a new Five Islands Primary School designed to better withstand a changing climate.

Renewable Energy: Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Barbuda could run entirely on renewable power within 18 to 24 months, with plans to add about two megawatts of solar capacity and battery storage using support from India. No construction start date has been set. Marine Cleanup: The Fisheries Division has given owners until October 28 to remove derelict boats, vehicles and fishing gear from Point Wharf or pay for their removal. Water Security: Antigua and Barbuda is exploring a regional catastrophe insurance programme for utilities as it looks to strengthen water services and resilience to climate risks. School Gardens: Victory Centre and Cedar Grove Primary have received a hydroponics system and nursery, giving students hands-on experience growing food. Climate-Ready Schools: Construction is progressing on a new Five Islands Primary School designed to better withstand the effects of a changing climate.