Caribbean Tourism Urged To Embrace Green Investments And Sustainable Practices

As stewards of “fragile” ecosystems, the Caribbean must prioritize the need for ‘green investments and environmentally conscious practices’ with a sense of urgency.”

This statement was made by the newly-appointed Secretary-General of the Caribbean Tourism Organization, Dona Regis-Prosper, during the recent regional forum commemorating World Tourism Day 2023, held on Friday.

Regis-Prosper explored the three fundamental pillars supporting this year’s World Tourism Day theme, emphasizing the Caribbean’s dedication to sustainability as it aims to take the lead in sustainable tourism.

“As a global brand, Caribbean tourism must continue to embrace best practices in environmental, social and governance activities that demonstrate our commitment to future generations,” Regis-Prosper said.

In the Caribbean, there are small islands that have already started with their green initiatives, like the eight eastern Caribbean states (Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines) that are currently developing their own geothermal energy plants. Dominica, meanwhile, has been championing the construction of climate-resilient infrastructure, such as houses and other public facilities, with the help of private developing company MMC Development Ltd.