Category: Environment
Experts Appointed To Sargasso Commission
The Bermuda Government has appointed three experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission, expanding its membership to eight, to support high-seas conservation and advance protections under the UN BBNJ Agreement. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to announce the appointment of three experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission.... Read more of this article
Zoological Society Appoints Clesia Pachai
The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] announced the appointment of Clesia Pachai as its new Fund Development Officer, bringing extensive experience in corporate social responsibility, community investment and sustainability to the organisation’s leadership team. A spokesperson said, “Ms Pachai joins BZS with a distinguished background in guiding... Read more of this article
BZS Launches Christmas Mix & Match Sessions
The Bermuda Zoological Society is bringing back its Christmas Mix and Match Sessions, offering kids a variety of fun, educational half-day activities at BAMZ and Trunk Island. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] Junior Volunteers are excited to bring back the popular Mix and Match Activity Sessions over the Christmas holiday. “From... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Greenrock Living Green Expo
The Greenrock Living Green Expo was held this weekend at the Bermuda Botanical Gardens, featuring sustainable products, eco-friendly practices, and family-friendly activities. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Living Green Expo Photos &... Read more of this article
Greenpeace Urges Protection Of Sargasso Sea
“The UK and the UK Overseas Territory of Bermuda are active members of the Sargasso Sea Commission and well positioned to jointly spearhead a global sanctuary proposal in the Sargasso Sea,” Greenpeace said in their submission submitted to the British Parliament House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee. In their submission to the Governing... Read more of this article
College Eco Club’s Sip/Swap/Slay Fundraiser
The Bermuda College Eco Club is hosting its Sip/Swap/Slay fundraiser on Saturday, November 29. A spokesperson said, “The community are invited to attend this fun fundraiser for Bermuda College Eco Club on Saturday November 29th at the Athene Lecture Hall at the Bermuda College campus. “Sip/Sway/Slay will start at 6.00pm with a mini fashion show... Read more of this article
Trees4Scores Kicks Into Action This Saturday
Trees4Scores, led by BUEI for the 5th Youth Climate Summit, converts cricket and football scores into environmental action, with an ecosystem planting set to take place on November 22. A spokesperson said, “Trees4Scores is a ground-breaking environmental action programme led by the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] in celebration of... Read more of this article
Bermuda Teams Trained In Invertebrates
UK research scientist Dr. Danni Sherwood is nearing the end of a three-week programme in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “A visiting research scientist from the United Kingdom, Dr Danni Sherwood, is nearing the end of a three-week programme in Bermuda that has strengthened the Island’s ability to better understand, identify and manage... Read more of this article
Brownies And Rainbows Hold Coastal Cleanup
Two Brownie units and Rainbows kicked off a year of environmental stewardship with a coastal cleanup near Bailey’s Bay. A spokesperson said, “A recent coastal cleanup provided a perfect start to a year of conservation and environmental stewardship for Brownies and Rainbows from two units. “Two Brownie units joined forces to commence... Read more of this article
Column: Horner On COP30, Finance & More
[Opinion column written by Patrice Horner] COP30 is a cacophony of politicians, academics, national government organizations [NGOs], and general observers. The indigenous people were really not at the table so they blocked the doors this week. The negotiations of the policy makers were halted until the group disbanded at the point of rifles and tanks.... Read more of this article
BUEI To Host 2025 Youth Climate Summit
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is set to host the 2025 Youth Climate Summit, uniting international experts, youth activists, and over 150 Bermuda students for a week of climate-focused learning and action. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announces the fifth annual Youth Climate Summit... Read more of this article
BAMZ Begins Upgrade To North Rock Exhibit
The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] has started work to upgrade the North Rock Exhibit and also to create a new habitat for Oscar the alligator. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] of the Department of Environment & Natural Resources has begun essential work on its iconic North Rock Exhibit,... Read more of this article
