Environment
The Green Standard
World Standards Day was observed in Belize with an open day at the George Price Center focusing on climate change and environmental standards.
Environment
Environment
Fire at Foam Factory
A fire at the Belfoam Factory caused significant damage, but the National Fire Service quickly extinguished the blaze and is investigating its cause.
Environment
City Council's New Plan for Your Garbage
Belize City plans to collect and recycle five million plastic bottles through New Venture Waste Management Services to address its garbage problem.
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DOE: Live With Sedimentation or Without Electricity
Jeavon Hulse states that sedimentation from the Chalillo Dam poses no real environmental threat, presenting a choice between living with it or facing electricity shortages.
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Butane Tanker Flips on Western Highway
A butane tanker overturned on the Western Highway, causing a temporary shutdown but no major disaster occurred.
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The Inevitable Big One
Belize experienced a 7.1 magnitude earthquake, prompting a workshop for emergency responders on earthquake and tsunami preparedness.
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Candy Gonzalez Sounds the Alarm
The Belize Institute of Environmental Law warns that contamination from BECOL is making the Macal River unfit for human consumption and harming local tourism.
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Vamos Vaca!
The Department of Environment halted work at the Vaca Dam due to environmental compliance failures but has since lifted the stop order after reviewing a corrective plan.
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DOE Shuts Down Work At Vaca Dam
The Department of the Environment has ordered a shutdown of operations at the Vaca dam due to significant environmental regulation violations.
Environment
The Macal River Running Like Chocolate Milk
The Macal River in Belize is discolored due to silt runoff from upstream, linked to dam operations and deforestation.
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Bounty for Lionfish Discontinued
The Fisheries Department has discontinued the bounty on lionfish due to their widespread presence in Belize's waters and plans to implement a new control strategy.
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From the Soil Up
An expert from Florida warns Belizean farmers about the dangers of using incorrect chemicals on soil and its impact on produce quality and waterways.
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