AGP Executive Report

Climate & Water Security: Prime Minister Terrance Drew told the National Assembly that St. Kitts and Nevis is facing one of its worst droughts, linking the crisis to El Niño conditions and the accelerating impacts of global climate change, and urging urgent, sustained climate action under the Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA). Environment Month & Community Stewardship: The Ministry of Environment launched 2026 Environment Month under “Inspired by Nature for Climate Action for Our Future,” pushing climate action through public awareness and community participation. Health Preparedness for Extreme Weather: PAHO urged countries to review disaster contingency plans and strengthen health system readiness for hurricanes, floods, landslides and other extreme events. Renewable Energy Push: Government kicked off work on a 100% renewable electricity transition roadmap, supported by the EU via Euroclima Caribbean, with UNDP and Greening the Islands Foundation. Local Cleanup & Heritage: A Cayon cleanup and facelift for the historic Spooner’s Cotton Ginnery marked Environment Month, tying cleanliness to tourism and health. Food Systems & Resilience: St. Kitts and Nevis received 480 parent-stock chicks (400 hens, 80 roosters) to boost local poultry production under a Taiwan-supported sustainable development project. Agriculture Adaptation: The Greenhouse Village Initiative is being structured as a centralized, hurricane-resilient approach to climate-smart farming.

Sports Safety: SKNFA and the St. Kitts and Nevis Red Cross ran safeguarding and first aid training for women in football, with hands-on CPR and a reminder that emotional support matters too. Climate & Resilience: PAHO urged countries to review disaster contingency plans and strengthen health system preparedness for hurricanes, floods, and landslides. Environment Month: St. Kitts and Nevis launched 2026 Environment Month under “Climate Action: For Environment. For Empowerment. For Everyone,” pushing shared stewardship through community action and partnerships. Climate-Smart Farming: The Greenhouse Village Initiative is being reorganized into a more structured, central hub model to keep greenhouses intact through hurricane season and rebuild faster after storms. Renewables Push: Government advanced its 100% renewable electricity goal with a consultative roadmap workshop, aiming to cut emissions and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels. Recycling on the Ground: A new recycling bin was launched with the Antioch Baptist Church, expanding the national recycling project ahead of World Environment Day. Tourism Cleanup: The St. Kitts Tourism Authority joined a national beach coastal cleanup drive to support sustainable tourism during the off-season. Energy Security & Planning: Nevis and St. Kitts continued work on the renewable energy transition roadmap, including geothermal ambitions and grid planning.

World Environment Day & Environment Month: St. Kitts and Nevis kicked off 2026 Environment Month on June 5 under “Inspired by Nature for Climate Action for Our Future,” pushing the Sustainable Island State Agenda through public stewardship and community action. Health Preparedness for Extreme Weather: PAHO urged countries to review disaster contingency plans and strengthen health-system readiness for hurricanes, floods, landslides and related disease risks. Renewable Energy Push: Government launched work on a 100% renewable electricity roadmap with EU/UNDP support, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 61% by 2030 and improve energy security. Recycling on the Ground: The Department of Environment, with Taiwan’s mission and Antioch Baptist Church, installed a new community recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development—marking the church as the first faith group to back the national recycling drive. Climate-smart Farming: The Greenhouse Village Initiative is shifting to a more structured, centralized model to keep greenhouses resilient during hurricane season and easier to maintain after storms. Coastal Cleanups for Sustainable Tourism: The St. Kitts Tourism Authority and government launched a national beach cleanup drive to protect coastal ecosystems during the off-season.

Renewable Energy Push: St. Kitts and Nevis launched a consultative 100% renewable electricity roadmap workshop, backed by the EU’s Euroclima Caribbean programme and UNDP with Greening the Islands, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 61% by 2030 and improve energy security. Recycling at Community Level: On World Environment Day, the Department of Environment, Taiwan Technical Mission and Antioch Baptist Church installed a new recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development—marking the first church to join the national Recycling Project. World Environment Day Message: Prime Minister Terrence Drew urged residents to protect the environment as part of national resilience, pointing to renewable energy and water security as key pillars. Water Stress Watch: Minister Konris Maynard visited the Ogees storage tank after rainfall dropped 50%, saying reduced inflow is hitting St. Peter’s water supply and prompting interconnections with the Basseterre Valley Aquifer. Tourism Cleanliness Drive: The St. Kitts Tourism Authority and government kicked off a national beach coastal cleanup push to support sustainable tourism during the off-season.

Renewable Energy Push: St. Kitts and Nevis has kicked off a consultative process to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap aimed at reaching 100% renewable electricity by 2030, with EU support via Euroclima Caribbean and delivery through UNDP and Greening the Islands Foundation—work that also targets a 61% carbon cut by 2030. Nevis Leads the Way: Nevis Electricity Company officials highlighted geothermal potential and resilience at the 100% renewable roadmap kick-off workshop, underscoring local buy-in for the transition. World Environment Day Action: The Prime Minister marked World Environment Day by linking environmental protection to national resilience, while the Department of Environment, Taiwan Technical Mission and Antioch Baptist Church launched a new community recycling bin as part of the nationwide recycling drive. Water Under Pressure: The Water Services team is responding to reduced rainfall affecting supply in St. Peter’s, including plans to interconnect with the Basseterre Valley Aquifer to stabilize flows. Ports & Resilience: St. Kitts and Nevis’ ports authority joined a regional meeting on port resilience and disaster risk management, focusing on safer, more secure and sustainable port operations.

Renewables Roadmap: St. Kitts and Nevis has launched a consultative two-day workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap aimed at reaching 100% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the EU (EUROCLIMA Caribbean) and delivered with UNDP and Greening the Islands (GTI), with a focus on cutting carbon emissions by 61% by 2030, strengthening energy security, and mapping policies, grid upgrades, and financing. World Environment Day Push: Prime Minister Terrance Drew used World Environment Day to urge action under the Sustainable Island State Agenda, pointing to renewable energy and water security as core resilience steps. Community Recycling Expansion: The Department of Environment, Taiwan Technical Mission, and Antioch Baptist Church marked World Environment Day by launching a new recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development—making the church the first faith-based partner to back the national Recycling Project. Water Stress Update: Minister Konris Maynard visited the Ogees storage tank after rainfall dropped 50% versus last year, noting reduced inflow is hitting St. Peter’s water supply and pointing to interconnections with the Basseterre Valley Aquifer as a short-term fix.

Renewable Energy Roadmap: St. Kitts and Nevis has kicked off a two-day consultative workshop to build its Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap, aiming for 100% renewable electricity by 2030 and a 61% carbon-emissions cut by 2030, with support from the EU (EUROCLIMA), UNDP and the Greening the Islands Foundation. Nevis Leadership: Nevis also highlighted its role in the transition at the roadmap kick-off, with NEVLEC stressing energy security and pointing to geothermal potential. World Environment Day Push: Prime Minister Terrance Drew used World Environment Day to call for everyday action under the Sustainable Island State Agenda, linking environmental protection to resilience. Recycling at Community Level: The Department of Environment, Taiwan Technical Mission and Antioch Baptist Church launched a new recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development—marking the first church to join the national recycling initiative. Water Stress Update: In St. Peter’s, officials reported reduced rainfall is cutting water inflows and disrupting supply, with plans to interconnect with the Basseterre Valley Aquifer to boost short-term flow. GEF Advocacy: Joyelle Clarke urged stronger international cooperation and faster, bigger support for small island states at the Global Environment Facility Assembly in Samarkand, calling for nature-positive solutions.

Renewable Energy Roadmap: St. Kitts and Nevis kicked off a two-day consultative workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap toward 100% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the EU (EUROCLIMA Caribbean) and delivered with UNDP and Greening the Islands Foundation—covering sector assessment, grid upgrades, financing, and policy. World Environment Day Push: Prime Minister Terrence Drew used World Environment Day to link environmental protection with resilience, pointing to renewable energy and water security as key pillars of the Sustainable Island State Agenda. Recycling Project Expands: The Department of Environment, Taiwan Technical Mission, and Antioch Baptist Church launched a new community recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development—marking the first church to join the national recycling initiative. Water Stress Update: The Water Services Department reported ongoing supply challenges in St. Peter’s tied to reduced rainfall, with plans to interconnect with the Basseterre Valley Aquifer to boost flow. Nature Finance Call: At the GEF Assembly in Samarkand, Minister Joyelle Clarke urged faster, integrated, nature-positive action and stronger support for Small Island Developing States.

Recycling Push for World Environment Day: St. Kitts and Nevis launched a new community recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development, with the Department of Environment and the Taiwan Technical Mission partnering with Antioch Baptist Church—now the first faith-based group to back the national Recycling Project. Climate & Water Pressure: With rainfall down about 50% versus last year, the St. Peter’s area is still seeing low water flow and disruptions; officials say they’re working on interconnections to boost supply from the Basseterre Valley Aquifer. Renewables Roadmap: Government kicked off a consultative workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap toward 100% renewable electricity generation by 2030, supported by the EU, UNDP and Greening the Islands Foundation. GEF Advocacy: Minister Joyelle Clarke urged stronger international cooperation and faster support for Small Island Developing States at the GEF Assembly in Samarkand, calling for nature-positive, integrated action on biodiversity, climate and pollution. Tourism With Guardrails: Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson says carrying capacity studies should guide cruise and investment decisions to avoid oversaturating destinations and weakening visitor experience.

Recycling Push for World Environment Day: St. Kitts and Nevis’ Department of Environment, with Taiwan’s Technical Mission and Antioch Baptist Church, launched a new community recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development—marking the first church to back the national Recycling Project. Renewables Roadmap: The Federation kicked off a consultative workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap toward 100% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the EU (EUROCLIMA Caribbean) and delivered with UNDP and Greening the Islands Foundation. Water Stress in St. Peter’s: Public Infrastructure/Energy Minister Konris Maynard visited the Ogees storage tank after rainfall dropped 50% versus last year, with Water Services working on interconnections to boost supply and reduce disruptions. GEF Advocacy for SIDS: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke attended the GEF Assembly in Samarkand, urging faster, nature-positive action and stronger international support for small island states. Ozone-Friendly Skills: The Ozone Unit trained over 12 local RAC technicians in Good Refrigeration Practices under the HCFC phase-out plan, aiming to cut refrigerant losses and protect the ozone layer. Tourism, But With Limits: Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson stressed carrying capacity assessments to avoid oversaturating destinations and watering down visitor experience. Local Food & Waste Culture: A national Recycling Initiative grows through faith-based community action, while Child Month’s “Good Nutrition, Movement and Rest” theme links wellbeing to sustainable choices.

Recycling Push for World Environment Day: The Department of Environment, Taiwan’s Technical Mission, and Antioch Baptist Church launched a new recycling bin at Lime Kiln Commercial Development as part of St. Kitts and Nevis’ nationwide Recycling Project, with officials urging more churches and groups to follow. Sustainable Island Messaging: Prime Minister Terrance Drew used World Environment Day to stress that today’s choices shape what children inherit, pointing to progress on renewable energy and water security under the Sustainable Island State agenda. Environment Month Backing: St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank signed on as Official Sustainability Partner for Environment Month 2026, linking banking support to the federation’s sustainability pillars and community action. Renewables Roadmap Workshop: Government kicked off a consultative two-day workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap toward 100% renewable electricity by 2030, funded by the EU and delivered with UNDP and Greening the Islands Foundation. Water Stress in St. Peter’s: Public Infrastructure and Energy Minister Konris Maynard visited the Ogees storage tank after rainfall dropped by 50%, saying reduced inflow is worsening water disruptions and that interconnections with the Basseterre Valley Aquifer are being pursued. Ozone-Friendly Skills: The Ozone Unit trained over 12 local RAC technicians in good refrigeration practices under the HCFC phase-out plan, aiming to cut refrigerant losses and protect the ozone layer. GEF Advocacy for SIDS: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke attended the GEF Assembly in Samarkand, calling for faster, nature-positive action and stronger international support for small island states. Tourism Planning Warning: At Caribbean Week in New York, Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson urged carrying capacity assessments to avoid oversaturating destinations and weakening the visitor experience. Regional Connectivity with a Green Lens: KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe to advance maritime connectivity, including plans for environmentally friendly transport solutions.

Water Security: Public Infrastructure Minister Konris Maynard visited the Ogees storage tank and flagged how a 50% rainfall drop is cutting inflows, worsening sustained supply problems in St. Peter’s, while the Water Services Department works on an interconnection with the Basseterre Valley Aquifer to boost flow. Renewable Energy Push: St. Kitts and Nevis launched a consultative Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap workshop toward 100% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the EU via EUROCLIMA and delivered with UNDP and the Greening the Islands Foundation. Ozone-Friendly Cooling: The Environment Ozone Unit trained over 12 local RAC technicians in good refrigeration practices under the HCFC phase-out plan, aiming to reduce refrigerant losses and support safer alternatives. Environment Month Partnership: National Bank was named Official Sustainability Partner for Environment Month 2026, linking banking support to the Sustainable Island State Agenda and community action. GEF Advocacy: Minister Joyelle Clarke urged stronger global cooperation and faster support for SIDS at the GEF Assembly in Samarkand, calling for nature-positive solutions to the triple planetary crisis. Regional Nature Finance: GEF leadership stressed that environmental funding is essential for clean rivers, protected forests, and resilient coastlines—especially for vulnerable countries.

Renewables Roadmap: St. Kitts and Nevis has kicked off a two-day consultative workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap toward 100% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the EU’s EUROCLIMA Caribbean Programme and delivered with UNDP and the Greening the Islands Foundation, with a focus on cutting emissions and strengthening the electricity sector’s policies, planning, and investment needs. GEF Push for Nature-Positive Action: At the Eighth GEF Assembly in Samarkand, Minister Joyelle Clarke urged faster, integrated action on biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution, calling for stronger cooperation and more support for small island states. Hurricane Season Readiness: As the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins, CDEMA is urging residents to prepare even with a predicted below-normal season, stressing readiness year-round for Caribbean hazards. Ozone-Friendly Cooling Skills: The Environment Department’s Ozone Unit completed a six-day Good Refrigeration Practices certification for RAC technicians, training over 12 people to reduce HCFC use and refrigerant losses under the HCFC phase-out plan. Local Energy Leadership: Nevis Electricity Company Limited welcomed Nelson Ald Stapleton as its new General Manager, tasking him with leading the utility through its next growth and energy transition phase. Tourism With a Sustainability Lens: CTO leaders, including St. Kitts and Nevis Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson, highlighted the need for carrying capacity thinking and planning so tourism growth doesn’t degrade the visitor experience. Nature Finance Call: At the GEF Assembly, GEF leadership warned that environmental finance can’t be treated as optional, especially for SIDS and vulnerable countries.

GEF Financing Push for SIDS: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke urged stronger global support for small island developing states at the Eighth Global Environment Facility Assembly in Samarkand, calling for faster, nature-positive action on biodiversity loss, climate change and pollution. Renewable Energy Roadmap: Saint Kitts and Nevis launched a consultative workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap toward 100% renewable electricity, funded by the EU via EUROCLIMA Caribbean and delivered with UNDP and Greening the Islands. Ozone Protection for Cooling Techs: The Environment Ozone Unit trained over 12 local refrigeration and air-conditioning technicians in good refrigeration practices under the HCFC phase-out plan, aiming to cut refrigerant losses. Hurricane Readiness: With the Atlantic season underway, CDEMA and NEMA stressed “it only takes one storm,” while noting El Niño may reduce storm counts but not risk, as drought and Saharan dust also affect the islands. Healthy Food Policy & Schools: Regional civil society and health partners highlighted the need for stronger healthy food rules, including action against harmful ultra-processed food marketing around schools. Tourism Planning for Resilience: CTO leaders, including St Kitts and Nevis’ tourism minister, backed carrying capacity assessments to avoid oversaturation and protect long-term destination value.

Renewable Energy Push: St. Kitts and Nevis has kicked off a roadmap drive toward 100% renewable electricity, with a two-day workshop (EU-funded via EUROCLIMA Caribbean, led by UNDP with Greening the Islands) mapping policies, investment and tech to cut diesel dependence and emissions. Climate Skills for Cooling: The Environment Ozone Unit trained over 12 local refrigeration and air-conditioning technicians in good refrigeration practices, supporting HCFC phase-out and safer handling to reduce harmful emissions. Hurricane Readiness: As the Trans Atlantic Hurricane Season begins, CDEMA and NEMA urge year-round preparedness despite forecasts of a below-normal season, warning that one storm can still bring major damage. Environment Month 2026: The Ministry of Environment launches June Environment Month under “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone,” with clean-ups, youth and school activities, a Forest Dash, and a Green Expo. Nature & Safety on the Ground: A cruise passenger missing after a solo hike on Mount Liamuiga has been found dead, with investigations ongoing. Regional Green Connectivity: KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe to plan more sustainable maritime links across the islands, including feasibility work for new routes.

Renewables Push: St. Kitts and Nevis has begun work toward 100% renewable electricity, launching a roadmap supported by the EU, UNDP and Greening the Islands to cut diesel use and slash CO2 emissions by 61% by 2030. Ozone & Cooling Skills: The Environment Ozone Unit trained over 12 local refrigeration and air-conditioning technicians in good refrigeration practices to reduce HCFC use and refrigerant losses. Hurricane Readiness: With the Atlantic season underway, CDEMA and national leaders urged year-round preparedness, warning that even a below-normal season can still bring dangerous rainfall and flooding. Environment Month: The Ministry announced June’s Environment Month 2026 calendar under “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone,” featuring clean-ups, youth events and a Green Expo. Tourism Planning for Sustainability: Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson says carrying capacity assessments should guide cruise calls and investment to avoid oversaturating destinations. Health & Food in Schools: Youth and civil society are calling for an end to harmful ultra-processed food marketing around schools across the region, including St. Kitts and Nevis. Local Energy Leadership: Nevis welcomed new NEVLEC GM Nelson Ald Stapleton, tasked with leading the utility’s next phase of growth and energy transition.