There are 140 projects that match your search.
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Jamaica
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Community Based Adaptation
Community Based Adaptation
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2013
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25,000.00
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OP5 - Y2 (Jul 12 – Jun 13)
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Project Number: JAM/SIDS-CBA/13/04 |
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The project entails acqusition of rain water harvesting pond, storage tanks and drip irrigation system to supply water for domestic and agricultural use. This will be combined with the establishment of a greenhouse in which will be planted new ( ... )
such as tomatoes and sweet peppers to provide sustainable livelihood and to begin the processi of diversifying the crops that are currently grown in the community.
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Jamaica
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate Change Mitigation
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2012
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50,000.00
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OP5 - Y2 (Jul 12 – Jun 13)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/2/CORE/CC/12/02 |
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Spearheaded for Youth by Youth
. The target group are children who attend schools in communities that are classified by the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) as being ?marginalized and at risk? or who live in communities that are considered to ( ... )
risk? especially from crime and violence.. These children fall in the 11-15 age cohort and are in grades 6-9 in the All-Age schools in Jamaica. . The NGO depends upon a core team of volunteers to achieve its mandate. Types of interventions include but are not limited to, leadership training with student representative such as the class monitors, the student council body and prefects.
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Jamaica
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Community Based Adaptation
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2012
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50,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SIDS-CBA/12/01 |
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The main objective of this project is to rehabilitate the community rainwater catchment and construct an earth pond system for the Pleasant Valley Reforestation Project, which will allow for the irrigation of the plantations thereby enhancing the ( ... )
ity?s capacity to cope with the natural hazard of drought and adapt to climate change. The project will solve the issue of insufficient supply of water to the community during the dry months leading to the improved livelihoods of the citizenry by enhancing the agroforestry activities.
Activities include:
To develop sustainable water harvesting systems, which will enhance the productive
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Jamaica
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate Change Mitigation
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2012
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50,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/CC/12/07 |
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The increased level of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere has resulted in acidification of the water. This hampers the sustenance and reformation of coral reefs, which in turn affects coral dependent marine species, the community?s natural ( ... )
ces and livelihood. Jam UK plans to protect the environment while creating job opportunities. The project aims to slow down climate change impacts by switching to renewable energy sources: bio-diesel. Educating community members and implementing bio-diesel projects will reduce CO2 emissions by 75%, thereby protecting the environment and increasing job opportunities.
Construction of work-shed
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
Biodiversity
Biodiversity
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2012
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50,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/BD/12/09 |
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This project is to safeguard the unique and endemic species to preserve biodiversity from the effects of environmental degradation, hunting, and habitat loss. The methods include captive breeding, animal rescue and rehabilitation, animal research ( ... )
licy development, and public education. The failure to act will result in the loss of several species. The aim is to broaden the involvement of endemic species that are threatened or endangered. In addition, solar energy sources, including solar powered vehicles will be used.
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Jamaica
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Land Degradation
Land Degradation
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2012
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48,920.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/LD/12/08 |
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The Southaven community is suffering from land degradation/loss and drought due to climate change. These impacts affect communities, especially poor, dependent on trees and farming for their livelihood. The lack of vegetative cover makes the ( ... )
ity prone to destructive effects of a hurricane and heavy rainfall. The objective of the association is to plant trees, intercropped with vegetables, in 3 hectares of degraded land. The community is keen on enhancing their knowledge through workshops and training in order to better manage the environment and not be susceptible to climate change. In addition, construction of a 100,000 gallon pond
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Jamaica
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Community Based Adaptation
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2012
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20,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SIDS-CBA/12/02 |
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Drought period for the past 20 years has gotten increasingly longer which has brought us to this point today where we experience approximately 8 months of drought. This change is also evident in an increase in our overall temperature. These climate ( ... )
s are a direct result of deforestation for the purpose of bauxite mining. The project seeks to: develop sustainable water harvesting system, build awareness about the productive use of rainwater harvesting and increase the community?s capacity to apply adaptive management tools in Sustainable Land
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Jamaica
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate Change Mitigation
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2012
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41,422.00
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OP5 - Y2 (Jul 12 – Jun 13)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/2/CORE/CC/12/01 |
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The improper disposing of farm and kitchen wastes, including waste water, has resulted in environmental degradation and breeding spots for mosquitoes; which pose as a health hazard to the boys and staff. Improper disposal of piggery wastes has ( ... )
ed foul odors and affected interactions with neighbours. In addition, the need for fertilizers will increase and in turn will the expenditures. The project poses to cut down costs and ensure proper disposal of farm wastes by using the wastes in the production of fertilizers and biogas, reducing the usage of cooking gas starting at 30%. The project would require construction of a bio digester to
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Jamaica
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Community Based Adaptation
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2011
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43,895.00
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OP4 - Y3 (Jul 09 - Jun 10)
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Project Number: CBA/JAM/SPA/10/01 |
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The NGO - Portland Environment and Protection Association is implementing a sustainable land management programme, that employs better agricultural practices, to address deforestation, soil erosion and nutrient depletion while enhancing the skills ( ... )
mers to protect their land, improve livelihood, while increasing their awareness of the effects of climate variability and
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Jamaica
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate Change Mitigation
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2011
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49,820.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/CC/11/04 |
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The main problems are related to water gushing down the hillsides unchecked causing significant damage in the lower part of the community and huge land erosion, slippage and damage to homes. This problem has been left uncheck for many years and JTFA ( ... )
n for the past five years working at rectifying the problem piece by piece with gabion baskets.
The need to complete the conversion to alternative energy at the JTFA Building to ensure the sustainability of the community services offered there by adding solar panels and batteries to the already existing hybrid system installed 2009/10 thereby increasing our capacity generation and storage to
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Jamaica
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CapDev
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2011
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20,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/CD/11/01 |
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According to the Vision 2030 Plan of Jamaica, currently the capacity (knowledge, skills, and experience) of NGOs/CBOs in relation to climate change and environmental management is low - these NGOs/CBOs are limited in their ability and capacity to ( ... )
d to environment changes and demands.
Additionally, the private voluntary sector operates within a framework of minimal funding, human and infrastructural support, as well as inadequate knowledge and skills in key areas to make them effective in their diverse missions.
Based on the needs assessment report of the Council of the Voluntary Social Services and the Planning Institute of Jamaica,
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
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2011
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45,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/BD/11/02 |
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This project seeks tp address national and global environmental problems through education and awareness building. Jamaica has a high rate of endemism and is rich in natural resources. However, many of our natural resources are under threat from ( ... )
activities that degrade the environment. The Ministry of Education has taken steps to change attitudes towards the environment by including environmental education in the school curriculum at various levels. The new early childhood curriculum has identified respect and concern for the environment as one of the desired learning outcomes. However, in many instances, teachers do not possess the
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Jamaica
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate Change Mitigation
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2011
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40,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/CC/11/03 |
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This project seeks to address climate change and biodiversity issues while supporting sustainable livelihoods. The Jamaica Federation of Commercial Apiculturists will be establishing a solar powered drying house to support the development of pollen ( ... )
tion. This will assist bee keepers in 5 of Jamaica's 14 geographical regions. Additionally, The Golden Grove Women Entrepreneural Group will produce solar dried fruits and spices for sale. This will allow them to use the natural resources in their area for supporting livelihoods in a sustainable manner. It will also provide employment in a community in which the rate of unemployment is very
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
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2011
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3,740.00
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OP4 - Y3 (Jul 09 - Jun 10)
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Project Number: JAM/OP4/3/RAF/10/06 |
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The reef fish stocks in St. Mary have declined considerably and are now in a critical state. This decrease is noted in both number and size of fish and is largely due to over exploitation. The project seeks to reverse this trend by firstly setting ( ... )
ys which will demarcate the area that was established as a sanctuary by law on June 17, 2010 by the government of Jamaica. This will prevent fishing (except the removal of the invasive lion fish) in the protected area. The scope of the project will then be broadened to incorporate other stakeholders who are conducting conservation activities within the sanctuary and its buffer zone. These include
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
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2011
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46,260.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/BD/11/06 |
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The reef fish stocks in St. Mary have declined considerably and are now in a critical state. This decrease is noted in both number and size of fish and is largely due to over exploitation. The project seeks to reverse this trend by firstly setting ( ... )
ys which will demarcate the area that was established as a sanctuary by law on June 17, 2010 by the government of Jamaica. This will prevent fishing (except the removal of the invasive lion fish) in the protected area. The scope of the project will then be broadened to incorporate other stakeholders who are conducting conservation activities within the sanctuary and its buffer zone. These include
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
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2011
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50,000.00
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OP5- Y1 (Jul 11 - Jun 12)
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Project Number: JAM/SGP/OP5/1/CORE/BD/11/05 |
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The Lionfish (Pterois volitans and Pterois miles) is native to the Indo-Pacific region. However, through the aquarium trade the lionfish has entered Caribbean marine ecosystems and have proven to be invasive as well as poses a public health risk ( ... )
h their venomous spines. Caribbean coral reef ecosystems support the region's fishing industries, and as such, the lionfish poses a threat to the viability of this sector. This project seeks to reduce lionfish populations by encouraging its consumption. A lionfish management plan will also be developed which will form part of the national lionfish management plan. Training sessions will be
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
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2010
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39,238.00
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OP4 - Y3 (Jul 09 - Jun 10)
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Project Number: JAM/OP4/3/RAF/10/05 |
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Of the 101 Cockpit country endemic plants only a small number of these plants have been properly screened, and those which indicate possible importance have not been preserved or kept accessible in a manner that facilitates further scientific ( ... )
ch. The project sees to establish an accessible repository of endemic Jamaican plants extracts that have been analysed and screened by various means with emphasis on those which may show promise for either their medicinal value or possible agricultural or value added potential. The project will also seek to provide exposure and awareness to CAPE level students on how drugs are discovered from
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
Biodiversity
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2010
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29,522.00
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OP4 - Y3 (Jul 09 - Jun 10)
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Project Number: JAM/OP4/3/RAF/10/03 |
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There is an urgent need for more research and public education on biodiversity and climate change especially in Jamaica. Jamaica?s National Strategy and Action Plan on Biological diversity has called for the promotion of awareness and understanding ( ... )
role and value of the island?s biodiversity issues. With increased knowledge, the Jamaican population would be better able to appreciate and maintain the island?s biodiversity. The project entails working with two vulnerable communities to ensure that there is increased awareness and sustainable planning on biodiversity and climate change issues. It would train the media to better report the
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Jamaica
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Biodiversity
Biodiversity
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2010
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40,000.00
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OP4 - Y3 (Jul 09 - Jun 10)
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Project Number: JAM/OP4/3/RAF/09/02 |
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Forest areas are important in addressing climate change, maintaining water sheds, flood control, the stability of slopes and soil protection, thus reducing land degradation. The ecosystem of St. Ann, and in particular, the Ocho Rios area has been ( ... )
ed by these and other environmental factors. It is therefore critical to protect and restore forested areas through strategies including the establishment of new forested areas, and the maintenance and enrichment of forested areas.
The Ocho Rios Circuit of Baptist Churches has been implementing a forestry project since 2003 to address, among others: deforestation, land degradation, protection
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Jamaica
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Climate Change Mitigation
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2010
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40,000.00
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OP4 - Y3 (Jul 09 - Jun 10)
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Project Number: JAM/OP4/3/CORE/10/11 |
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The CMI is located on the Palisadoes peninsular - the only such training facility of this kind in the English speaking Caribbean. Access to fresh water has always been a challenge more so with the recent drought which has affected the efficient ( ... )
ion of the school. As a result the management has now developed a plan to establish a supplemental water efficiency system using the reverse osmosis technology that will provide approximately 1000 gals of potable water daily for the school community, which includes rainwater harvestings system (catchment and storage). The facility will be accessible to surrounding communities and other schools
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