From April to July 2025, Green VI conducted a Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) Survey as part of the PROMAR Project in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The survey aimed to capture how residents and tourists understand marine litter, its impacts, and the solutions available to tackle this pressing issue...

Green VI and Beyond the Reef played a vital role in this year’s Wreck Week — a cherished annual event in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) that celebrates the territory’s rich maritime heritage while promoting the protection of its stunning marine environment. This dynamic week of activities was not only about honoring the past, but also shaping a cleaner, more sustainable future for the islands...

In celebration of the Kings Baton Relay for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Scotland, the British Virgin Islands took bold action for clean oceans by hosting a four-island coastal cleanup. Organized by Green VI in partnership with Commonwealth Sport and other local collaborators, the initiative aligned with the PROMAR Phase II project, which focuses on reducing marine litter across the Caribbean...

Recently in the British Virgin Islands, a major step was taken toward a cleaner, more sustainable future. Our partner, Green VI, in collaboration with adelphi, hosted a transformative National Policy Dialogue & Capacity Building Workshops on Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) —a two-day event that brought together government officials, private sector stakeholders, and passionate community advocates...

In a powerful demonstration of community and corporate collaboration, April marked a milestone for environmental stewardship in the British Virgin Islands. Our local partners hosted their first PROMAR beach cleanup at Taddy Bay International Airport, Virgin Gorda, uniting passionate volunteers and environmentally conscious businesses to combat marine plastic pollution...

In a powerful step toward environmental protection and sustainable coastal management, Green VI officially launched the first round of beach sampling activities under the PROMAR (Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea) Project at Long Bay Beach, Beef Island, their demonstration site. This initiative marks a major milestone in the British Virgin Islands’ (BVI) ongoing commitment to tackling marine pollution and safeguarding its precious marine ecosystems...

From June 7–11, 2025, the PROMAR local team in Suriname, Green Heritage Fund Suriname (GHFS), hosted a week-long series of events in recognition of Ocean Week. These activities brought communities together to raise awareness about the importance of protecting our oceans and tackling plastic pollution...

To mark World Ocean Day 2025, volunteers came together for a large-scale marine litter cleanup at Leonsberg Jetty on Saturday, July 7, 2025. The activity wrapped up weeks of waste characterization studies and encouraged community action to reduce plastic pollution in Suriname’s waterways...

On May 1–2, 2025, Galibi, Suriname’s only coastal Indigenous community and an important sea turtle nesting area, hosted a successful beach cleanup and educational outreach program. Organized by the Green Heritage Fund Suriname (GHFS) in collaboration with the Foundation for Sustainable Nature Management in Alusiaka (STIDUNAL), the event addressed the urgent issue of plastic pollution while fostering environmental awareness among the community’s youth...

On June 9, 2025, the Green Heritage Foundation Suriname (GHFS) proudly participated in the Virtual Early Career Ocean Professional (V.ECOP) Days—an international event dedicated to highlighting the contributions of emerging ocean professionals in science and sustainability...

Between the months of March and June, a cleanup and waste characterization studies were carried out at two demonstration sites: Site 1 (Behind the Vreedzaam Market) and Site 2 (Leonsberg Jetty). These studies aimed to identify the types and quantities of waste, evaluate dumping behaviors, and guide future waste management interventions...

Our Partner’s in Suriname marked a significant milestone for the Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea project, as they proudly host the Year 1 Project Update meeting in collaboration with the Ministerie van Ruimtelijke Ordening en Milieu...

In April 2025, a series of validation sessions took place in Suriname, marking a key step in the development of a comprehensive policy brief aimed at addressing marine litter and advancing sustainable waste management. These sessions, held on April 16th, 17th, and 25th, were organized to gather critical input from a diverse group of stakeholders...

The energy at the Education and Career Fair in Paramaribo was nothing short of inspiring! Our partner; Green Heritage Fund and their colleagues from the Amazon Conservation Team Guianas, Conservation International Suriname, and the Suriname Alliance for the Environment (SAFE), proudly showcased Suriname’s growing environmental sector to hundreds of curious and enthusiastic students... 🌿 

As part of the ongoing PROMAR (Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea) initiative, Green Heritage Fund Suriname has taken a significant step in strengthening local waste management through a successful baseline cleanup at the Vreedzaam Market—one of the project’s key demonstration sites...

A critical step in the global fight against marine plastic pollution begins with understanding how local communities interact with the issue. In Suriname, this understanding is being strengthened through the dedicated work of our partner, Green Heritage Fund Suriname, as they carry out Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices (KAP) surveys across coastal communities...

Plastic pollution is a growing environmental threat that requires united action—and in Suriname, collaboration is proving to be the way forward. Our partner at Green Heritage Fund Suriname is leading efforts to implement the PROMAR project (Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea) by engaging directly with key local stakeholders...

On Tuesday, November 5, the PROMAR (Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea) project marked a significant milestone in Suriname with the successful launch of its national Project Launch Workshop...

A recent survey of 417 households across Guyana’s coastal communities is more than just numbers—it’s a wake-up call and a roadmap for change. The Household Material Flow Analysis (MFA), conducted under the PROMAR initiative (Output 1), reveals how everyday choices are fuelling the growing tide of plastic waste—and how small actions can create big environmental impact...

In a bold step to tackle plastic pollution at its source, the Guyana-PROMAR project has deployed three innovative litter traps along the East Coast of Demerara, and they are already making a big difference...

On June 28, 2025, the Caribbean Youth Environment Network (CYEN) in Guyana, through the University of Guyana - PROMAR project, hosted a successful beach clean-up activity at the Kingston Seawalls...

The University of Guyana proudly represented the nation at the prestigious Coastal Zone Canada 2025 Conference, presenting the innovative work of the PROMAR Project – Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea. Held at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), the conference brought together researchers, policymakers, and civil society leaders under the theme “Strengthening Coastal Resilience and Relationships...

Georgetown, Guyana – 7th June 2025 — In celebration of World Environment Day 2025, the Caribbean Youth Environment Network (CYEN) in Guyana, through the University of Guyana - PROMAR project and with support from local sponsors, successfully hosted its annual Scavenger Hunt under the global theme “Ending Plastic Pollution.” ...

In celebration of World Environment Day (WED), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hosted its annual Green Walk, bringing together environmental advocates, youth, and members of the public under this year’s powerful theme: “Ending Plastic Pollution.”... 

On May 23, 2025, the University of Guyana became a hub for innovation and sustainability as it hosted the first-ever Circular Economy Innovation Lab (CEIL) event in collaboration with Adelphi, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the Caribbean Environment Programme (CEP) through the PROMAR project...

Georgetown, Guyana – In a decisive move toward advancing environmental sustainability and innovative development, the University of Guyana, in collaboration with adelphi (Germany) and with the support of the Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea (PROMAR) project, hosted a transformative Capacity Building Workshop focused on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Circular Economy Business Models...

The University of Guyana (UG) hosted a pivotal National Dialogue on Marine Litter Prevention and Plastic Waste Management, drawing together over 40 stakeholders from across Guyana and beyond. This high-level event, part of the Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea (PROMAR) project, was organized in collaboration with Germany’s Adelphi and the Cartagena Convention Secretariat of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)...

Plastic pollution continues to pose a major environmental challenge, especially in coastal regions where waste management infrastructure may be limited. In an effort to better understand and combat this issue, the Caribbean Youth Environment Network (CYEN) in partnership with the University of Guyana organized a Beach Clean-up and Sampling Activity at Unity Beach under the PROMAR (Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea) Project...

...In recent months, KAP (Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices) surveys were carried out across four key coastal communities: Mon Repos, De Endragt, Good Hope, and Lusignan, with the support of volunteers from the Caribbean Youth Environmental Network (CYEN). These surveys aim to uncover how residents perceive marine litter, how they interact with plastic waste, and what practices are currently in place—at both household and community levels... 

In a bold step to tackle plastic pollution at its source, the Guyana-PROMAR project has deployed three innovative litter traps along the East Coast of Demerara, and they are already making a big difference...

The Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA) recently hosted a successful training session for enumerators to support the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) Survey on Marine Litter and General Waste, along with an important Material Flow Analysis (MFA) component...

In aid of strengthening national strategies to combat marine plastic pollution, the Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA), in partnership with the Ministry of Planning, Economic Affairs and Development and key international stakeholders, hosted a two-day National Policy Dialogue and Workshop under the Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea (PROMAR) Project. The event took place on June 3–4, 2025, at the Kapok Hotel, St. Clair...

In a significant move to combat marine plastic pollution in the Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago hosted the official launch of the Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea (PROMAR) Project with an Inception Meeting and Stakeholder Consultation...

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – June 13, 2025 – In a significant move to address the growing challenge of plastic pollution, stakeholders across government, civil society, academia, and the private sector gathered at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) on June 11 for the official launch of the Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea (PROMAR) project in St. Kitts and Nevis...