AGP Executive Report

Water Security Wins: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says major water infrastructure upgrades now give about 70% of St. Kitts 24-hour supply, up from just over 20% in 2022, citing roughly EC$100 million spent on desalination, new pipelines and extra wells to cut aquifer stress and saltwater intrusion risks tied to climate change. Energy Transition Watch: Antigua and Barbuda is exploring importing geothermal electricity from Nevis via a subsea line, but costs, approvals and timelines are still unclear—while Nevis geothermal drilling is also set to begin later this year. Local Energy Relief: Drew says targeted fuel and import relief measures run to July 31, including a 50% fuel cut and reduced customs charges, with the government already spending over $80 million to subsidise electricity. Sustainability Project Deadlock: Nevis’ Destiny Special Sustainability Zone remains stalled pending federal Cabinet and Parliament sign-off, as sovereignty and regulatory oversight concerns keep the US$1 billion plan frozen. Disaster Readiness: Drew reiterates hurricane-season risks despite a below-average forecast, stressing NEMA and agencies’ preparedness planning. Regional Climate/Resilience Links: Canada and CARICOM renew cooperation with a new action plan spanning climate action and resilience alongside security and trade. Health & Heat Adaptation: JNF General Hospital is now fully air-conditioned in key wards, with officials linking the upgrades to rising temperatures from climate change.

Water Security: PM Terrance Drew says about 70% of St. Kitts now has 24-hour water supply, up from just over 20% in 2022, crediting roughly EC$100 million in desalination, new pipelines, and extra wells to protect the Basseterre aquifer from saltwater intrusion as seas rise. Climate & Disaster Readiness: Drew also warned that even with a below-average Atlantic hurricane outlook, climate change can still deliver a major storm, and NEMA/NDMD ran a Hurricane Barry preparedness drill to test emergency coordination. Renewables Watch: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to start later in 2026, with five wells planned and upgrades to the island’s grid to support future power sharing with St. Kitts. Health & Climate Adaptation: JNF General Hospital completed full temperature control upgrades, including air conditioning across all general inpatient wards, with leaders linking the move to rising heat pressures from climate change. Regional Climate Cooperation: Canada and CARICOM renewed a partnership action plan focused on climate action alongside security and resilient economies.

Water Security: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says major water infrastructure upgrades now give about 70% of St. Kitts 24-hour supply, up from just over 20% in 2022, driven by a public desalination plant producing around two million gallons daily plus new pipelines and wells to ease pressure on the Basseterre aquifer and reduce saltwater intrusion risk. Climate & Disaster Readiness: Drew also reiterated that the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season may be below average, but hazards remain, with NEMA and agencies running preparedness drills including a simulated “Hurricane Barry” scenario. Renewables Push: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later in 2026, with preparatory works underway and plans for production and reinjection wells, plus upgrades to the island’s power network to support future energy transfers. Sustainability & Waste: Taiwan’s embassy took part in Green Expo 2026 with hands-on recycling activities through St. Kitts and Nevis’ Solid Waste Management and Recycling Project. Regional Climate Cooperation: Canada and CARICOM renewed their partnership with a new action plan focused on climate action, resilience, and regional security. Health in a Warming Climate: JNF General Hospital is now fully air-conditioned across general wards, with upgrades framed as a response to rising temperatures linked to climate change.

Sustainable Island Vision: PM Terrance Drew laid out a decade-long push for a more resilient St. Kitts and Nevis—100% renewable energy, cheaper power, stronger food security, and faster digital services—framing it as the Sustainable Island State Agenda’s “milestone” goal. Water Security Gains: Drew also pointed to major climate-linked water progress, saying about 70% of St. Kitts now has reliable 24-hour supply after roughly EC$100 million in upgrades, including a desalination plant producing around two million gallons daily and new pipelines/wells to protect the aquifer from saltwater intrusion. Climate & Disaster Readiness: With hurricane risk still high even if forecasts suggest fewer major storms, Drew said NEMA and agencies are running preparedness drills and desktop exercises to keep response plans sharp. Health in a Warming Climate: JNF General Hospital upgrades continue, with the hospital now fully air-conditioned in key wards and a refurbished Private Ward reopening—measures linked directly to rising temperatures and patient comfort. Recycling & Waste Education: Taiwan’s embassy promoted recycling at Green Expo 2026 with hands-on sorting activities and a “bottle journey” theme, supporting local solid waste and recycling efforts. Nevis Renewable Energy: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with preparatory works underway and public engagement planned as the island moves toward more renewable power.

Water Security: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says major water infrastructure upgrades have pushed reliable 24-hour supply to about 70% of Saint Kitts, up from just over 20% in 2022, with roughly EC$100 million invested in a new public desalination plant (2 million gallons daily), pipelines, and extra wells to ease pressure on the Basseterre aquifer and reduce saltwater intrusion risk. Climate & Disaster Readiness: Drew also warned that even if the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is forecast to be less active, climate change still raises storm danger, and NEMA/NDMD ran a hurricane preparedness drill simulating “Hurricane Barry” to test coordination and evacuations. Renewables: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with preparatory works underway and plans for five wells, community engagement, and upgrades that could support future power sharing between Nevis and St. Kitts. Regional Climate Cooperation: Canada and CARICOM renewed a strategic partnership with a new action plan focused on climate action, resilience, and regional security. Recycling & Waste: Taiwan’s embassy joined St. Kitts and Nevis’ Green Expo 2026 with hands-on recycling activities through the local solid waste and recycling project.

Sustainable Island Agenda: PM Terrance Drew laid out a 10-year vision for St. Kitts and Nevis built on 100% renewable energy, cheaper power, reliable water, stronger food security, and more digital services—framing sustainability as the milestone that would leave the country “stronger and more resilient” for future generations. Water Security: Drew also reported major drought protection gains, saying about 70% of St. Kitts now has 24/7 water supply, with St. Peters’ service restored after decades of interruptions, citing investments to cut saltwater intrusion risk as sea levels rise. Climate & Disaster Readiness: With the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season expected to be less active but still dangerous, NEMA and Nevis disaster teams ran a “Hurricane Barry” preparedness drill to test coordination and evacuations. Renewables in the Pipeline: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with preparatory works already underway and plans for production and reinjection wells to support a future renewable power push. Regional Climate Cooperation: Canada and CARICOM renewed a partnership action plan focused on climate action and resilience alongside security and economic growth. Waste & Recycling Push: Taiwan’s embassy promoted recycling at Green Expo 2026, running hands-on sorting and recycled-bottle activities with the national solid waste and recycling project.

Water Security: PM Terrance Drew says about 70% of St. Kitts and Nevis now has 24-hour supply, with St. Peters back on 24/7 service after major investments to cut drought risk and protect the Basseterre aquifer from saltwater intrusion as sea levels rise. Hurricane Preparedness: Drew also warned that even with a below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane outlook, climate change can still “supercharge” storms—so NEMA and agencies are running preparedness drills. Renewables in Nevis: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with preparatory works already underway and plans for production and reinjection wells plus upgrades to the electrical network. Recycling & Waste: Taiwan’s embassy joined Green Expo 2026 with hands-on recycling activities under St. Kitts and Nevis’ Solid Waste Management and Recycling Project. OECS Land Restoration: OECS staff helped restore wildfire-scarred Point Vierge, Micoud, planting fire-resilient species as part of the 45th anniversary and desertification/drought awareness. Regional Climate Diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM renewed their partnership with a new action plan focused on climate action and resilience alongside security and economic growth.

Disaster Response: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says St. Kitts and Nevis is in talks with Venezuela and stands ready to help after back-to-back earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5) devastated La Guaira, with hundreds dead and thousands injured. Water Security: Drew reports major progress on drought recovery, with about 70% of St. Kitts now getting 24-hour water supply, including St. Peters returning to 24/7 service after decades of interruptions—linked to desalination, new wells, and steps to reduce saltwater intrusion as sea levels rise. Hurricane Readiness: Drew warns that even with a below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane outlook, climate change keeps the risk high, and NEMA and agencies are running preparedness exercises. Regional Climate Action: Canada and CARICOM renew a partnership plan focused on climate action and resilience alongside security and governance. Renewables in Nevis: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with public engagement planned as the island prepares for a renewable power push. Waste & Recycling: Taiwan’s embassy joined Green Expo 2026 with hands-on recycling activities through St. Kitts’ solid waste and recycling project. Health & Climate Adaptation: JNF General Hospital completes full temperature control across all general wards with new air conditioning—citing rising ambient heat from climate change.

Water Security Update: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says about 70% of St. Kitts now has 24-hour water supply, with St. Peters seeing improved service after major investments to protect the Basseterre aquifer from rising seas and saltwater intrusion. Climate & Disaster Readiness: Drew also warned that the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season may be less active but still dangerous, and NEMA and Nevis disaster officials ran a simulated “Hurricane Barry” drill to test coordination and evacuations. Digital Early Warnings: Grenada is strengthening regional emergency alerts through a Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System validation workshop involving St. Kitts and Nevis and other OECS states. Renewable Energy Push: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later in 2026, with preparatory works already underway and plans for wells, community engagement, and upgrades to support power sharing with St. Kitts. Waste & Recycling Outreach: Taiwan’s embassy promoted recycling at Green Expo 2026 with hands-on sorting activities and a focus on reducing waste.

Water Security: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says major water investments are shielding St. Kitts and Nevis from the “worst drought in recorded history,” with a $50m desalination plant, new wells and pipelines pushing about 70% of the population to round-the-clock supply, while upgrades also reduce saltwater intrusion risk to the Basseterre Aquifer. Public Health & Climate Adaptation: The Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital is completing a climate-driven push for temperature control, with air conditioning installed across all general inpatient wards for the first time, alongside refurbishment of the Private Ward ahead of its reopening. Renewable Energy: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with site clearing already underway and a multi-well first phase planned, as the federation targets energy independence by 2035. Disaster Readiness: NEMA and Nevis Disaster Management ran a hurricane preparedness drill simulating “Hurricane Barry,” testing coordination and evacuations ahead of severe flooding and rough seas. Recycling & Waste: Taiwan’s embassy promoted recycling at Green Expo 2026 with hands-on waste sorting and recycled plastic activities tied to local solid waste and recycling efforts. Regional Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a two-year “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO to strengthen maritime rules across 14 countries, including St. Kitts and Nevis.

Renewables & Energy Security: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with preparations already underway at the Hamilton site and active drilling expected in late 2026; the first phase targets five wells (three production, two reinjection) and could support a future undersea power link to St. Kitts, helping drive the federation’s push for energy independence by 2035. Climate Resilience & Land Restoration: OECS staff and partners helped restore wildfire-scarred land at Point Vierge, Micoud, planting hardy, fire-resilient species as part of the 45th anniversary tree-planting effort tied to the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought. Waste & Recycling Push: Taiwan’s embassy took part in Green Expo 2026 with hands-on recycling activities at the Royal Basseterre Valley National Park, promoting waste sorting and showing how recycled bottles can become useful products. Disaster Preparedness: NEMA and Nevis Disaster Management ran a hurricane preparedness drill using a simulated “Hurricane Barry” scenario, testing coordination and evacuation readiness for flooding-prone areas. Health & Climate-Ready Cooling: JNF General Hospital moved closer to full temperature control, with air conditioning installed across all general inpatient wards—citing rising temperatures linked to climate change as the reason natural ventilation is no longer enough. Regional Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a two-year “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO to strengthen maritime laws and policy capacity across 14 Caribbean states, including St. Kitts and Nevis.

Wildfire recovery & land restoration: OECS staff and partners re-planted fire-prone Point Vierge, Micoud on 17 June, using hardy, fire-resilient species (like fat poke, aloes and sea grapes) to help break the cycle of degraded, bare land—timed to the UN World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought and the OECS 45th anniversary. STEM for climate-ready youth: The ECCB announced its 2026 STEM Camp (starting July 6), a free four-week push for ages 14–18 across ECCU territories, aimed at turning young people into tech creators and innovators. Disaster preparedness drill: NEMA and Nevis Disaster Management ran a simulated “Hurricane Barry” tabletop exercise on June 22 to test emergency coordination, including evacuation planning for flood-prone areas. Health and climate resilience in hospitals: JNF General Hospital moved closer to full temperature control, with air-conditioning installed across maternity and paediatrics wards—citing rising heat linked to climate change. Renewables push in Nevis: Nevis geothermal drilling is expected to begin later in 2026, with site works already underway and plans for production and reinjection wells. Waste and recycling outreach: Taiwan’s embassy promoted recycling at Green Expo 2026 with hands-on sorting and recycled bottle activities through the local solid waste and recycling project. Maritime sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a two-year “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO for 14 Caribbean states, including St. Kitts and Nevis, to strengthen maritime rules and policy capacity.

Disaster Preparedness: St. Kitts and Nevis’ NEMA and Nevis Disaster Management ran synchronised pre-strike drills using a fast-intensifying “Hurricane Barry” scenario, testing coordination as officials plan for rough seas and flood-prone areas. Climate & Energy Transition: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later this year, with preparatory works already underway at Hamilton and a plan for five wells, plus upgrades to the electrical network and an undersea link to export renewable power. Clean Energy Push: The Federation reaffirmed energy independence by 2035 at an energy policy mixer, pairing geothermal, solar expansion, and inter-island grid connections. Waste & Recycling: Taiwan’s embassy promoted recycling at Green Expo 2026 with hands-on waste sorting and recycled bottle activities through the Solid Waste Management and Recycling Project. Health & Climate-Ready Facilities: JNF General Hospital completed full temperature control across all general inpatient wards, with air conditioning installed in maternity and paediatrics and refurbishment work advancing the Private Ward reopening. Community Resilience: The Summer of Intervention initiative brought stakeholders together to expand youth opportunities during school breaks, aiming to reduce exposure to crime and violence. Regional Cooperation: UNDP urged Caribbean countries to deepen judicial cooperation with EU partners to dismantle transnational criminal networks.

Renewables Push in Nevis: Nevis geothermal drilling is set to begin later in 2026, with preparatory work already underway at the Hamilton site and a first phase of five wells (three production, two reinjection) aimed at powering both islands and enabling future undersea energy exports. Clean Energy Roadmap: St. Kitts and Nevis reaffirmed energy independence goals for 2035, linking geothermal, solar expansion, and inter-island grid plans to cut fossil fuel dependence and stabilize electricity costs. Waste & Recycling Drive: Taiwan’s embassy joined Green Expo 2026 with hands-on recycling activities through the St. Kitts and Nevis Solid Waste Management and Recycling Project, including waste sorting and recycled bottle education. Maritime Sustainability for the Region: Saudi Arabia launched a Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability project with the IMO for 14 countries, focusing on stronger maritime rules and policy capacity. Youth Safety in Summer: The National Secretariat for Human Security and Wellbeing convened stakeholders for “Summer of Intervention,” targeting early engagement to reduce summer crime and violence risks. Community Resilience Funding: The IFC will invest up to US$15M in the Caribbean Community Resilience Fund debt sub-fund, supporting climate resilience and sustainable development projects across the region. National Addressing System: Government plans a National Addressing System to fix gaps like unnamed streets, improving postal delivery, GPS navigation, and emergency response.

Renewables & Energy Security: St. Kitts and Nevis reaffirmed its push for energy independence by 2035, with a renewable plan that pairs geothermal development, solar expansion and an undersea cable to link the islands. Geothermal Progress (Nevis): NEVLEC says geothermal drilling in Nevis is set to begin later in 2026, after equipment shipment, logistics, and environmental and safety approvals, with the Hamilton site already being prepared. Climate Justice Diplomacy: PM Terrance Drew spoke at the Berlin Climate Mobility Forum, urging climate justice and stronger partnerships that include local communities in sea-level rise and climate mobility solutions. Coastal Risk & Funding Needs: A Lagos State climate panel call echoed the same message: vulnerable cities need more climate finance, technology transfer (like flood modelling and coastal engineering), and direct collaboration. Water & Resilience: With drought stressing supplies, officials highlighted desalination, groundwater exploration and storage, while also flagging the need to review water tariffs. National Addressing System: The government is moving ahead with a National Addressing System to fix gaps like unnamed streets, improve postal and GPS navigation, and help emergency responders reach locations faster. Youth & Community Safety: The “Summer of Intervention” initiative is bringing camps, churches and youth groups together to reduce summer risk factors tied to crime and violence. Port Health Preparedness: TDC donated a Scherber first-responder backpack to the Port Health Unit at RLB International Airport to strengthen emergency response.

National Addressing System: St. Kitts and Nevis is moving ahead with a National Addressing System to fix gaps like unmarked and unnamed streets, improving postal services, emergency response directions, GPS navigation, and planning for both urban and rural development, with a pilot app planned to let residents help name streets. Energy & Climate Resilience: Leaders reaffirmed a push for energy independence by 2035 through geothermal development, solar expansion, and an undersea cable between the islands, while the Energy Policy Mixer highlighted SKN100 and set up a joint Energy Task Force to drive renewable power and grid coordination. Sea-Level Rise & Climate Justice: At the Berlin Climate Mobility Forum, PM Terrance Drew called for people-centred climate action and stronger partnerships, warning that sea-level rise is already damaging coastal communities, livelihoods, and cultural heritage. Renewables Pipeline in Nevis: Nevis geothermal drilling is expected to begin later in 2026 after equipment shipping, logistics, and environmental and safety approvals, with site clearing already underway. Water Stress: Drought conditions are straining supplies, with the government continuing desalination, groundwater exploration, and storage efforts while flagging the need to review water tariffs.