Wildlife
Is it feasible to use Blue Carbon to finance mangrove conservation in Trinidad and Tobago?
Can Trinidad and Tobago's blue carbon ecosystems generate enough revenue that can be used to finance conservation efforts?
Using digital innovation to preserve Trinidad and Tobago’s wildlife
In an article to commemorate this year's World Biodiversity Day, the Institute of Marine Affairs highlighted the important role that...
Is Suriname’s oil a double edged sword?
As Suriname looks towards their emerging oil and natural gas industry as a financial lifeline, experts are sounding the alarm...
How illegal gold mining affects Suriname’s Wayana Indigenous Territory
Did you know that small-scale, illegal gold-mining activities are plaguing various Wayana Indigenous villages in the deep south of Suriname?...
PERSPECTIVES: Does noise pollution from Carnival affect birds?
Have you ever wondered how the loud sounds generated during Carnival fetes affect birds? In the latest article published under...
Reflecting on the decline of Trinidad and Tobago’s wetlands
Trinidad and Tobago’s coasts were once lined with large mangrove trees that were supported by massive, entangled roots teeming with...
Understanding Tobago’s disastrous oil spill
Authorities in Tobago are continuing an investigation of the circumstances surrounding a disastrous oil spill which occurred on February 7.
PERSPECTIVES: Flying fish, Bearded Fig Trees on the decline in Barbados
The Bearded Fig Tree, Brown Pelican and Flying Fish are three of the foremost national symbols on Barbados’ coat of...
With a surge of beachgoers expected for Carnival: “Be mindful of harmful algal blooms”
As some people head to rivers and beaches to unwind for Trinidad and Tobago’s upcoming Carnival celebrations, the IMA is...
PERSPECTIVES: Exploring the delicate balance of development and sustainable land use in Barbados
Perspectives is an ongoing series by the Cari-Bois Environmental News Network which aims to give Caribbean scientists, explorers, and nature...
