AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRenewables Funding: IRENA opened a proposal call for renewable energy projects across Central America and the Caribbean, including solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, bioenergy, clean transport, green hydrogen and even sargassum-based energy, with support routed through its Climate Investment Platform or Energy Transition Finance Accelerator (deadline priority before Sept 1). Heritage + Blue Economy: St. Vincent and the Grenadines re-started rehabilitation work at Fort Charlotte under the World Bank-funded UBEC Blue Economy programme, with a community consultation outlining scope and visitor-focused improvements. AI for Youth Creatives: The Department of Culture launched a four-day AI Creative Workshop (“FRAMING THE FUTURE”) for ages 12–15 at the Thomas Saunders Secondary School IT Lab (Aug 10–15), teaching AI-assisted storytelling and filmmaking. Power + Customer Service: VINLEC ran a two-day customer service excellence workshop to strengthen staff skills in engagement, communication and service recovery as new technologies roll out. Earthquake Update: A 4.4 magnitude shallow quake was felt across the Eastern Caribbean, including St. Vincent, with no reported damage or injuries. Agritech Training: Young farmers programmes showcased modern agriculture skills, from plant factories and tissue culture to composting and high-value crop planning, with business plans presented at Orange Hill.
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