Environment

Environment July 12, 2004

Belmopan's Weekend without Water

Belmopan residents experienced a weekend without water due to heavy rainfall damaging the water main and contaminating the treatment plant.

Environment July 6, 2004

New Tax Saves CZMI and Goff's Caye

A new U.S. $10 entry fee for visitors to Goff's Caye will fund the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute's operations and coastal protection efforts.

Environment July 1, 2004

Goff's Caye Goes Coastal!

Goff's Caye will be managed by the Coastal Zone authority to ensure sustainable use and improve facilities for cruise visitors.

Environment June 22, 2004

Ford & Co. Atones with Conservation Grants

Ford Motor Group announced conservation grants for projects in Belize and other countries, totaling U.S. $10,000 for the Ford Conservation Grant and U.S. $50,000 for the Jaguar Grant.

Environment June 8, 2004

Half Moon Caye: Wonder, Wealth, and Worries

World Environment Day was celebrated at Half Moon Caye to raise awareness about its delicate ecosystems and the challenges they face.

Environment May 26, 2004

Caye Caulker Airstrip Closed for Urgent Repairs

Caye Caulker municipal airstrip will close for six months starting June 1st for urgent repairs due to unsafe runway conditions.

Environment April 29, 2004

XATE: What The Fuss is All About...

Belize's national team heads to OAS talks amid tensions over illegal Xate harvesting by Guatemalans, impacting both countries' economies and natural resources.

Environment April 22, 2004

More Water... For Life

Belize celebrated Earth Day with a tree planting ceremony in Belmopan City, emphasizing the importance of water conservation.

Environment April 21, 2004

Massive Fish Kill In Dangriga

Dangriga's water supply was contaminated by a burst pipe from Citrus Products of Belize, leading to a massive fish kill in the north Stann Creek River.

Environment March 31, 2004

1,000-Foot Falls Goes National

The 1,000-foot falls was declared a national monument, with a focus on protecting natural resources and unveiling a visitor use master plan.

Environment March 23, 2004

Water Worries In The West

Residents of San Jose Succotz are facing severe water shortages, having gone months without access to running water.

Environment March 19, 2004

...And The House Came Tumbling Down

An old wooden house on Dean Street in Belize City collapsed, narrowly missing a nearby residence, prompting complaints about safety to the city council.