Department of Sustainable Development Saint Lucia

10/06/2025

Saint Lucia Advances Electric Mobility Goals at Caribbean Forum

Saint Lucia joined regional leaders and changemakers at the inaugural Caribbean Electric Mobility Forum held in St. John’s, Antigua & Barbuda, from April 7 to 11, 2025. The forum convened stakeholders from government, the private sector, and academia to strengthen collaboration, share best practices, and scale sustainable transport solutions across the Caribbean.

Key themes of the forum included:
Policy & Regional Governance
Infrastructure & Technical Standards
Data & Information Systems
Capacity Building
Public Involvement
Gender Inclusion
Circular Economy & Business Models

By supporting enabling policies, infrastructure, capacity building, and pilot programs for a low-carbon, climate-resilient transportation future, Saint Lucia is working toward its e-mobility goals through the Shift to Electric Mobility in Saint Lucia (STEM-SLU) Project (GEF 7 EV), funded by the Global Environment Facility-and implemented with the support of UNEP; and the NDC TEC Project, implemented with with the support of GIZ.

The forum provided a unique platform to explore solutions for overcoming barriers to electric mobility, draw inspiration from successful international examples, and gain insights into the latest advancements in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure in the Caribbean. Together, partners, stakeholders, policymakers, and the private sector delved into the potential for a just transition to electric mobility, fostering collaboration among Caribbean nations to stay ahead of emerging regional trends.

Saint Lucia was ably represented by the Department of Sustainable Development, the Energy and Public Utilities Division, the Department of Economic Development and Sir Arthur Lewis Community College. Saint Lucia's participation underscores its commitment to a sustainable and resilient future, aligning with regional efforts to decarbonize transportation and integrate renewable energy solutions.

06/06/2025

The management and staff of the Department of Sustainable Development are deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Dunstan Demille. Mr. Demille has been a strong advocate for the people, sustainable local enterprise development and the environment. We have lost a champion for environmental sustainability. His kindness and friendly spirit will be missed.

Our deepest condolences go out to his friends, loved ones and family. Rest in Peace.

Dunstan Demille, a dedicated advocate for local farmers and a pivotal figure in the country’s food production sector, died on Monday night.

06/06/2025

Mr. Vincent Sweeney, Head of the UNEP Caribbean Sub-Regional Office, in celebration of World Environment Day, June 5, 2025.

Join Mr. Vincent Sweeney, Head of UNEP Caribbean Sub Regional Office, as he shares insights and calls to action on World Environment Day 2025. Discover how w...

05/06/2025

05/06/2025

World Environment Day Presentations

05/06/2025

Happy World Environment Day !

Video Message by António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, on the World Environment Day (5 June). "This World Environment Day focuses on sol...

28/05/2025

Saint Lucia participates in the Latin America and Caribbean Climate Week (LACCW), in Panama May 19-23 under the theme 'Dialogue for Ambition and Implementation'.

The island was represented by the Department of Sustainable Development and the Department of Finance.

Representatives, Mrs. Onika Benn - NDC In Country Facilitator and Mrs. Alison Griffith-McDiarmed - Deputy Director of Finance, from the two agencies, respectively, participated in the mandated dialogues of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) along with the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) Clinic. 

As the first and only Caribbean island to submit NDC 3.0, the Department of Sustainable Development also presented on the Institutionalized Climate and Nature Orchestration Mechanisms utilised to support the development and submission of NDC 3.0.

This session shared best practices to empower regional governments to lead cross-sectoral and multi-level climate and nature action by enhancing institutional coordination, clarifying priorities, and creating enabling conditions for investment.

While the LACCW was mainly an in-person event, the Department was also able to secure virtual participation for technical officers from various other Ministries.

27/05/2025

Saint Lucia Greenhouse Gas Inventory: Capacity Building workshop for the Inventory Update 2025

We are currently undertaking a comprehensive update of Saint Lucia’s national greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory to align with the country’s reporting obligations under the Paris Agreement.

Under the Paris Agreement, the compilation of greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories
is essential for ensuring transparency, accountability, and the effectiveness of global climate action.

These inventories provide standardized, quantifiable data on national emissions and removals, enabling countries to track progress toward their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and identify areas for
improvement.

By requiring regular and rigorous reporting, the Paris Agreement fosters trust among parties and facilitates the global stocktake process, which
assesses collective progress toward limiting global temperature rise.

Without accurate GHG inventories, meaningful comparison, cooperation, and climate ambition would be severely undermined.

This month's capacity building workshop was designed to support Saint Lucia’s efforts to enhance its greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory systems in line with the requirements of the Paris Agreement and the Modalities, Procedures, and Guidelines (MPGs) of the Enhanced Transparency Framework.

23/05/2025

23/05/2025

Today: Biological Diversity Day Presentation and Tree Planting at Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary, spearheaded by the South East Coast Project

23/05/2025

Saint Lucia’s Chief Forestry Officer, Alwin Dornelly, is warning that the island’s ecosystems are under growing threat—citing shrinking forest cover, dwindling freshwater reserves, and visible signs of climate change as urgent reasons for citizens and policymakers to act. Speaking on the occasion of International Day for Biological Diversity, Dornelly called for stronger conservation efforts, proactive community involvement, and a better balance between development and environmental preservation to safeguard the island’s natural resources and biodiversity.