AGP Executive Report

Island Resilience: New water-storage tanks and medical-centre cisterns in Carriacou and Petite Martinique are intended to strengthen water security during droughts and other emergencies. Cleaner Seas: The Nature Conservancy is seeking a GIS consultant to map wastewater and stormwater outfalls in Grenada as part of a five-year project to improve waste management and ocean health. Responsible Tourism: Grenada’s planned Pure Experiences programme will promote locally run tours across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, including nature and marine activities. Youth and Conservation: Students across the islands are being invited to create posters around the theme “Ocean Protection Starts with Us.” Nature Spotlight: Dominica’s rainforests, rivers and waterfalls helped earn it a place in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 island rankings.

Regional Nature Tourism: Neighboring Dominica placed 11th among 20 Caribbean and Atlantic islands in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 readers’ awards, with its rainforests, rivers and waterfalls helping earn recognition. Ocean Protection: Grenada’s FCCA competition is inviting students in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique to design posters around “Ocean Protection Starts with Us.” Clean Seas: The Nature Conservancy is seeking a GIS consultant to map wastewater and stormwater outfalls in Grenada as part of a five-year project to improve waste management and ocean health. Water Security: New storage tanks and clinic cisterns in Carriacou and Petite Martinique aim to strengthen water supplies and climate resilience; these sister islands are distinct from Martinique.

Marine Protection: Young people in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique are being invited to focus on ocean protection through the FCCA’s 2026 environmental poster contest. Responsible Tourism: Grenada’s planned Pure Experiences programme will promote locally run tours, including nature and marine activities, with responsible experiences among its priorities. Water Security: New storage tanks and clinic cisterns in Carriacou and Petite Martinique aim to strengthen water supplies against drought and climate threats. Clean Oceans: The Nature Conservancy is seeking a consultant to map wastewater and stormwater outfalls in Grenada as part of a five-year effort to improve waste management and public awareness. Martinique Tourism: Alexandre Ventadour has taken over as tourism commissioner, with ecological transition and sustainability named among the priorities for the island’s tourism future.

Martinique Tourism: Alexandre Ventadour has been named tourism commissioner, with ecological transition and sustainability among the priorities for the island’s tourism strategy. Water Resilience: New infrastructure in Carriacou and Petite Martinique includes two 100,000-gallon storage tanks, designed to strengthen water security after past droughts and ahead of future disasters. Ocean Protection: The Nature Conservancy is seeking a GIS consultant to map wastewater and stormwater outfalls in Grenada as part of a five-year project to improve waste management and protect coastal waters. Youth and Conservation: Students across Grenada and its sister islands are invited to enter an environmental poster contest themed “Ocean Protection Starts with Us.”

Nature Tourism: Dominica ranked 11th among 20 Caribbean and Atlantic islands in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 readers’ awards, with its rainforests, rivers and waterfalls cited among its draws. Ocean Protection: The Nature Conservancy is seeking a GIS consultant to map wastewater and stormwater outfalls in Grenada as part of a five-year clean-ocean project. Climate Resilience: New water infrastructure in Carriacou and Petite Martinique includes two 100,000-gallon storage tanks, strengthening supplies against drought and other climate threats. Youth and the Marine Environment: Grenada’s 2026 environmental poster competition invites students to explore how they can help protect the ocean.

Sustainable Tourism: Martinique has named Alexandre Ventadour tourism commissioner. The economic-development leader has experience in ecological transition, and says the Tourism Authority will put sustainability at the heart of its work to strengthen the island’s appeal.

Responsible Tourism: Grenada plans to launch Pure Experiences in October, promoting locally run tours across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, including nature and marine activities. The programme says it will put responsible experiences and community benefits at its heart. Ocean Protection: The Nature Conservancy is seeking a GIS consultant to map wastewater and stormwater outfalls in Grenada as part of a five-year project to improve waste management and public awareness. Martinique Tourism: Alexandre Ventadour’s appointment as tourism commissioner brings a leader with experience in ecological transition to the role; the authority says sustainability will be central to its tourism vision. Water Security: New G-CREWS infrastructure in Carriacou and Petite Martinique includes two large storage tanks and upgraded water systems at rural health centres, strengthening supplies during droughts and other emergencies.

Water Security in the Spotlight (Martinique): Carriacou and Petite Martinique’s climate resilience got a major boost with the commissioning of G-CREWS water assets, including two 100,000-imperial-gallon storage tanks, plus upgrades to rural health facilities with new cisterns to protect essential services during droughts and disasters. Ocean Protection Call (Grenada): The Nature Conservancy is seeking a GIS consultant for a “Clean and Healthy Ocean” project focused on mapping wastewater and stormwater outfalls and improving public awareness, backed by the Global Environment Facility. Tourism Leadership Shift (Martinique): Alexandre Ventadour was named tourism commissioner for the Martinique Tourism Authority, with an agenda linking destination visibility to authenticity, innovation, and sustainability. Local Climate-Ready Infrastructure (Caribbean): The G-CREWS milestone is framed as a direct lesson from the 2010 drought, aiming to strengthen long-term water storage and public health continuity. Education Funding Update (Saint-Martin): Saint-Martin’s Executive Council approved European education support and a payment schedule tied to a Computech dispute, alongside other administrative measures affecting services and planning.

Water Security & Climate Resilience (Carriacou/Petite Martinique): Carriacou and Petite Martinique marked a major milestone with the commissioning of G-CREWS water infrastructure at Princess Royal Hospital grounds in Belair, adding two 100,000-imperial-gallon storage tanks to strengthen water lifelines after lessons from the 2010 drought. Marine Pollution & Waste Management (Grenada): The Nature Conservancy (TNC) issued an RFP for a GIS consultant to map and assess wastewater and stormwater outfall locations under a “Clean and Healthy Ocean” project, aiming to cut marine impacts and boost public awareness. Local Leadership (Martinique Tourism): Alexandre Ventadour was named tourism commissioner for the Martinique Tourism Authority, with a stated focus on destination visibility and a sustainability-led approach. Governance & Services (Saint-Martin): Saint-Martin’s Executive Council approved education funding and a €1.49m payment schedule tied to a Computech dispute, alongside other administrative measures affecting public services. Sports (Regional Focus): Football coverage dominated other items, including Grenada’s primary school tournament launch and Nations League match previews involving Martinique and Suriname.

Marine & Waste Management: The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has put out an RFP for a GIS Consultant to map and assess wastewater and stormwater outfall locations under its “Clean and Healthy Ocean” project in Grenada, aiming to cut marine impacts and boost public awareness. Water Security & Climate Resilience: In Carriacou and Petite Martinique, partners have commissioned major G-CREWS water infrastructure, including two 100,000-imperial-gallon storage tanks, plus upgrades to rural health facilities with new water cisterns to strengthen services during droughts and disasters. Local Leadership & Sustainability: Martinique’s Tourism Authority has named Alexandre Ventadour as tourism commissioner, with a mandate to advance sustainable, authentic, and innovation-led destination strategy. Education Funding (Regional): Saint-Martin’s Executive Council approved European Social Fund Plus support for education and a court-related payment schedule, alongside other administrative measures. Sports & Community (Regional): Grenada’s football federation and Beacon Insurance are launching a large primary school football competition across parishes, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique, as a grassroots pathway for girls and boys.

Water Security & Climate Resilience: The G-CREWS water assets were officially commissioned at Princess Royal Hospital in Belair, delivering major storage upgrades for Carriacou and Petite Martinique, including two 100,000-imperial-gallon tanks, aimed at better disaster readiness after the 2010 drought. Public Health Infrastructure: The same project also supported rural healthcare delivery, with new cisterns planned for Windward Medical Station and L’Esterre Medical Centre to protect service continuity. Tourism Governance & Sustainability: Alexandre Ventadour was named tourism commissioner for Martinique’s Tourism Authority, tasked with boosting the island’s global visibility while keeping authenticity, innovation, and sustainability at the core. Regional Mobility Pressure: A proposal for an ABC Islands ferry is highlighted as urgently needed, pointing to capacity and connectivity challenges across the French-Caribbean tourism network. Biodiversity & Wildlife Angle (Travel Context): A guide to the loveliest Caribbean islands spotlights wildlife and nature experiences (birding, migrating whales, diving), reflecting growing demand for conservation-friendly tourism. Sports (Low Environment Link): Martinique’s Nations League match in Suriname and Jamaica’s Nations League clash in El Salvador dominated local sports coverage, but they don’t add much to the environment beat this week.

Water Security & Climate Resilience: Partners commissioned major G-CREWS water infrastructure at Princess Royal Hospital in Belair, adding two 100,000-imperial-gallon storage tanks to protect Carriacou and Petite Martinique’s water lifelines after the 2010 drought. Public Health & Infrastructure Upgrades: The same project includes rural healthcare water cisterns at Windward Medical Station and L’Esterre Medical Centre, linking safer water to stronger service continuity. Tourism Leadership & Sustainability: Alexandre Ventadour was named tourism commissioner for Martinique’s Tourism Authority, tasked with boosting international visibility while keeping authenticity, innovation, and sustainability at the core. Regional Mobility & Capacity Needs: Coverage highlights ongoing pressure for an ABC Islands ferry solution, arguing the government’s latest proposal still doesn’t meet the scale of demand. Sports & Community Attention: Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz face a crucial Nations League match in San Salvador, while Suriname and Martinique both look to shift their Group B standings in Paramaribo.

Water Security & Climate Resilience: G-CREWS water assets were officially commissioned at Princess Royal Hospital in Belair, boosting storage with two 100,000-imperial-gallon tanks to protect Carriacou and Petite Martinique’s water lifelines after the 2010 drought. Public Health Infrastructure: The same project includes rural healthcare upgrades, including new water cisterns at Windward Medical Station and L’Esterre Medical Centre, strengthening service reliability during disasters. Tourism Leadership & Sustainability: Alexandre Ventadour was named tourism commissioner for Martinique’s Tourism Authority, tasked with advancing a strategy centered on authenticity, innovation, and sustainability. Regional Mobility Pressure: Saint-Martin’s Executive Council approved key measures, including a €1.49M payment schedule tied to the Computech dispute, while continuing litigation—an example of how governance decisions can affect public services. Biodiversity & Wildlife Angle (Indirect): A guide to Caribbean islands highlights destinations for hiking, birding, diving, and whale migrations, pointing readers toward nature-focused travel options.

Water Security & Climate Resilience: Partners have commissioned the G-CREWS water infrastructure at Princess Royal Hospital in Belair, adding two 100,000-imperial-gallon storage tanks (Mt Royal and Belair) to protect Carriacou and Petite Martinique after the 2010 drought and rising climate threats, with health upgrades including new cisterns at Windward Medical Station and L’Esterre Medical Centre. Tourism Governance & Ecological Transition: Alexandre Ventadour has been named tourism commissioner for Martinique’s Tourism Authority, tasked with boosting destination visibility while putting authenticity, innovation, and sustainability at the center of the island’s tourism push. Regional Sustainability Context: A look at Caribbean tourism pressures highlights how heavy visitor demand can strain services and infrastructure, underscoring why smarter, more sustainable planning matters across the region. Sports (Less Directly Environmental): Martinique’s bid for early points in the Nations League continues in Paramaribo against Suriname, with both teams aiming to shift the group standings.

Water Security Milestone: Partners have commissioned the G-CREWS water infrastructure at Princess Royal Hospital in Belair, a major climate-resilience step for Carriacou and Petite Martinique, built to prevent repeat of the 2010 drought. The project adds two 100,000-imperial-gallon storage tanks at Mt Royal and Belair, plus rural health upgrades including cisterns at Windward Medical Station and L’Esterre Medical Centre to protect essential services during disasters. Tourism Leadership & Sustainability: Alexandre Ventadour has been named tourism commissioner for Martinique’s Tourism Authority, tasked with boosting the island’s global visibility while pushing an approach centered on authenticity, innovation, and sustainability. Local Finance Recovery Plan: Martinique’s Territorial Collectivity is moving ahead with a €69 million recovery plan for 2027–2028 to tackle a debt near €1 billion, using spending control, selective staffing reductions, asset sales, and a new mobility levy to protect investment capacity.

Tourism Leadership: Alexandre Ventadour has been named tourism commissioner for Martinique’s Tourism Authority, with a mandate to boost the island’s international visibility while keeping “authenticity, innovation and sustainability” at the core. Local Governance & Environment-linked Planning: Saint-Martin’s Executive Council approved a €1.49 million payment schedule in a Computech dispute and backed European-funded education support—moves that can shape how public services and local development priorities are funded. Island Resilience Finance: Martinique’s Territorial Collectivity adopted a €69 million recovery plan for 2027–2028 to tackle debt nearing one billion euros, using spending controls, selective staffing reductions, asset sales, and a planned mobility levy to protect investment capacity. Caribbean Travel Pressure: A roundup on Caribbean destinations highlights how tourism intensity can strain services and infrastructure—useful context for Martinique as visitor demand and sustainability debates continue. Sports (Low Environment Fit): Suriname vs Martinique in the Nations League is set to be pivotal for group standings, but it’s not a major conservation angle this week. Culture (Niche): CSIFF26 nominations spotlight a documentary on public access to Bob Marley Beach, tying culture to environmental and historical importance.