The 17th annual Coral Reef Ed-ventures summer camp is back. In the case of using this debris as landfill, it poses the risk to pollute the water,” said Environmental Officer of the DOE, Celi Cho. Chemicals can pose a safety hazard, and affect the environment. “We are not fully aware of the matter, but in general, we don’t encourage or promote improper disposal of garbage, especially since the DOE does not know what kind of chemicals were released into the air. However, shortly after, residents of the San Mateo community began complaining that the fire debris had been dumped in their neighborhood.Īccording to the Department of Environment (DOE), the improper dumping of garbage is unacceptable throughout the country. In less than a week, the remains of the fire had been completely cleared out. San Mateo residents object to using fire refuse as landfillĪfter San Pedro’s big fire on Sunday, June 26th, The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) and numerous volunteers did a marvelous job of cleaning up the debris. However, La Isla Bonita is on board, and is reaching out to fishermen to educate them on the benefits of the program.
According to the Belize Fisheries Department, San Pedro is the only area that has not implemented the program into full effect. Fishing violations are down 60% and more than 90% of fishermen are submitting their catch data, leading to more accountability. Scientific surveys show that fishermen are now complying with regulations. We’re already beginning to apply the lessons we’ve learned in Belize to our work in Indonesia, the Philippines and around the world,” said Amanda Leland, EDF’s senior vice president.
“Belize is a small country, but the impact of this new policy is global since it shines a path for other countries with small-scale fisheries. Since 2011, the Environmental Defence Fund (EDF), along with local partners, have launched two successful trials that demonstrated how ‘fishing rights’ can reduce overfishing and illegal fishing. As a result of this initiative, fishermen across the country have gathered to receive fishing licenses, and painted their vessels to match their designated fishing areas. The managed access program offers a new system that empowers fishermen to conserve and protect their fishing industry, while still using its resources to provide for their families. In an effort to address the crisis of overfishing and illegal fishing, Belize has become the first country to launch a nationwide ‘Fishing Right’ program for small-scale fisheries. Jones, along with colleague Katy Sealy will be representing the Jewel at the tournament in less than a month, after they were both selected as ‘wildcards’ based on their performance over the years of competition.īelize launches new fishing right program
Also with the most recent Open Your Eyes, Rise and Shine Morning Show, and the Dickie Bradley Specialsįamily and Discipline – Brandon Jones to represent Belize in RioĪs the 2016 Summer Olympics are fast approaching in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, so is the preparation deadline for Belizean athlete Brandon Jones.
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