Grenada is working to develop a public private sector partnership to reduce marine waste coming from pleasure vessels such as yachtsPure Grenada taking steps to further protect its marine environmentThe tri-island nation is working with the Caribbean Public Health AgencyGrenada is set to implement a Marine Waste Management policy with amendments to the existing legislationPure Grenada, the Spice of the Caribbean is taking important steps to further protect its marine environment for future generations while creating opportunities for the sector. The tri-island nation is working with the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) to develop a public private sector partnership to reduce marine waste coming from pleasure vessels such as yachts. Additionally, Grenada is set to implement a Marine Waste Management policy with amendments to the existing legislation and the introduction of accompanying regulations. This policy is aimed at setting up a management system for marine waste management, including monitoring, funding, penalties and cost structures. The members are Karen Stiell, representing the Marine and Yachting Association of Grenada (MAYAG), Nicholas George representing Sportfishing, Charlotte Fairhead representing Camper & Nicholson Port Louis Marina and GTA Nautical Development Manager Nikoyan Roberts.

Source: Ethiopian News February 18, 2021 22:30 UTC