Premier talks renewable energy at UN Climate Change Conference
Premier Reuben Meade spoke about the virtues of renewable energy on a panel session at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Azerbaijan…
Category: Environment
Montserrat Volcano Observatory launches newly designed website
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) has launched a newly designed website featuring improved navigation, up-to-date volcanic activity information, educational resources, and live video. The site…
Montserrat under high surf alert – rip currents, hazardous waves likely
A high surf advisory has been issued for Montserrat’s north-facing coastlines, with risks of hazardous swells, dangerous rip currents and coastal flooding. Waves could reach…
Hydroponics demo to introduce farmers to modern growing methods
The Department of Agriculture is constructing a demonstration hydroponics system opposite the aquaponics site in Brades. This working model will help farmers make informed decisions…
Election candidates discuss local turtle conservation strategies
Election candidates, community leaders, and environmental advocates spoke about how to safeguard Montserrat’s rich marine biodiversity during a educational workshop. The ‘Candidates for Conservation’ event,…
Montserrat’s climate change projects can apply for grants up to $3m
Organisations in Montserrat that use coastal and marine ecosystems to help communities adapt to climate change can apply for a grant from US$400,000 up to…
Simulated maritime disaster to test Montserrat’s response capabilities
Montserrat’s multi-agency response capabilities will be put to the test next week with a simulated major maritime emergency. The drill will look at the island’s…
Montserrat records spike in volcanic earthquake activity
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory recorded 43 volcano tectonic earthquakes and one hybrid earthquake on the island over the past week. The number of earthquakes between…
Montserrat’s pioneer recycling programme ends over lack of funding
Montserrat’s first national recycling and single-use plastic reduction programme has come to an end after more than six years, following a struggle to secure sustainable funding.…
Youth parliamentarians plant trees to combat climate change
Montserrat National Youth Parliament has secured grant funding from the Commonwealth Youth Programme to launch an ambitious tree-planting project. Members aim to combat climate change and…