Belize National Biodiversity Office

23/08/2026

23/08/2026

Advancing Climate Action Through Biodiversity and Carbon Markets

Today, as part of Climate Week activities the National Biodiversity Office participated in a multi-sector panel discussion organized and moderated by the UNDP Belize on “From Policy to Practice: Advancing Carbon Markets and Climate Action in Belize.”

The panel brought together representatives from government, the private sector, NGOs, and civil society, creating space for diverse perspectives and meaningful dialogue on advancing climate action and carbon market opportunities in Belize.

The discussion explored three key areas:

1. Building the Enabling Environment
2. Markets in Practice – Generating Carbon Assets and Opportunities
3. Open Fishbowl Discussion

Representing NBIO, Ms. Rasheda Sampson highlighted Belize’s progress in advancing biodiversity conservation and climate resilience through the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) and Belize’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP).

-Emphasized that the provides a global framework to halt and reverse biodiversity loss through 23 targets addressing ecosystem restoration, protected areas, sustainable use of natural resources, climate change, pollution, benefit-sharing, and the inclusion of Indigenous Peoples, local communities, women, and youth.

-Highlighted Belize’s alignment with the GBF through its NBSAP as well as ongoing protected areas management processes, including the Management Effectiveness Framework (MPF), Business Plans, and Policy and System Plan.

-Underscored that climate resilience cannot be achieved without healthy, functioning ecosystems, reinforcing the importance of biodiversity conservation alongside Belize’s climate priorities, including adaptation, coastal and marine resources, sustainable forestry and land use, renewable energy, sustainable transport, and climate-smart agriculture.

The discussion reinforced a vital message that biodiversity conservation and climate action go hand in hand.

Climate Change Department Ministry of Sustainable Development and Climate Change

23/08/2026

NBIO at Climate Week 2026: Connecting Biodiversity & Climate Resilience

The National Biodiversity Office is proud to be part of Climate Week 2026, held at the Punta Gorda Sports Complex and hosted by the Climate Change Department under the theme:

“Where Innovation Meets Impact: Driving Resilience, Scaling Technology and Expanding Inclusion in Climate Action.”

Over the past two days, we have connected with people of all ages through our educational booth, highlighting NBIO’s work in biodiversity governance, protected areas management, and conservation efforts we support.

One of the key focuses was the Enhance Direct Access (EDA) Project, an Adaptation Fund-supported project implemented by Protected Areas Conservation Trust and led by NBIO, is intended to protect and restore forest and water resources in the Macal and Mopan River Watersheds. Through ecosystem restoration, citizen science, and environmental awareness, it aims to guide restoration efforts, strengthen local capacity, and support community-based initiatives. Its seeks to promote healthier ecosystems and more resilient communities better prepared to adapt to climate change.

Today’s Orange Economy Day highlighted Belize’s culture, creativity, and eco-entrepreneurs who create opportunities, support communities, that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient Belize.

We’ll be back tomorrow, August 23!

Don’t miss out! Come visit our booth, learn more about the Office, biodiversity and explore our projects and initiatives, and take part in our fun activities.

See you there!

Ministry of Sustainable Development and Climate Change

20/08/2026

Climate Week Starts Tomorrow!🌱

The National Biodiversity Office (NBIO) invites you to join us for Climate Week from August 21–23 at the Punta Gorda Sports Complex!

Come visit our booth and learn more about NBIO’s work, projects, and new initiatives to safeguard Belize’s rich natural heritage and discover how healthy ecosystems, biodiversity, and resilient communities are all connected in building a more climate resilient Belize.

Learn. Connect. Win!
Enjoy fun activities and get a chance to win exclusive NBIO merchandise!

You don’t want to miss it! Come out, connect with us, and discover how you can help build a greener, cleaner, and more resilient Belize.🌎🇧🇿

12/08/2026

09/08/2026

09/08/2026

The National Biodiversity Office is grateful to Miss Earth Belize Pageant and Belize Department of the Environment - DOE for inviting us to be part of this meaningful reusable tote bag initiative.

At the National Biodiversity Office, we recognize that protecting biodiversity starts with the everyday choices we make. Reducing our use of single-use plastics is one simple but impactful action that reduces waste and helps protect our rivers, forests, and marine ecosystems from pollution.

We are proud to support initiatives like this because environmental stewardship is a shared responsibility. While choosing a reusable bag may seem like a small change, small actions, when practiced consistently by many people, can create lasting and meaningful impacts.

We encourage everyone to make environmentally responsible choices not only today, but every day. Together, through simple everyday choices like using reusable bags when shopping, we can help protect Belize’s incredible biodiversity and build a cleanier, healtier and more sustainable future.

05/08/2026

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