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Kelli Armstrong serves as a beacon of hope by uniting activists from across the Caribbean diaspora to share knowledge and strategies for collective action as the threat of climate change becomes ever clearer.

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Recent meetings between the governments of Turks and Caicos Islands, Grenada, and Barbados have spurred interest in exploring Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) as part of their renewable energy transition.

Read more here: https://t.co/9TqUrl2fZa
(SOURCE: GLOBAL OTEC PR)

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The IDB is working with the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) on FuSSE, an initiative that will offer open-source technology to central banks to facilitate payment systems and other settlement infrastructure. 

Read more here: https://t.co/VxAxocXPTn

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If you still haven't read the Pivot Book, it's still available for download!

The book is a wonderful glimpse into what the Caribbean could look like by 2040, inspired by actual innovations from the Future makers of our region.
Download it at https://t.co/al0tXv1Emy

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Steve Maximay, founder and managing director of Science-Based Initiatives has been at the forefront of initiatives in the Caribbean to enhance food production and nutrition security in the face of climate adversity. 

Read more here: https://t.co/4Icat9vP5U

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Have you checked out our recent blog post? Learn more about the Climate Smart Agriculture Compliant (C-SAC®) tool pioneered by Steve Maximay and how this tool can help farmers in the Caribbean survive climate change.

Read more here: https://t.co/4Icat9vP5U

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Guyana Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaic (Guysol) has partnered with Chinese company Sumec to construct solar parks in Guyana totaling 18 MW.

Read more at https://t.co/hZWp6z2zK7

Source (PV Magazine LATAM)

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Do you know any Caribbean innovators who are doing amazing things? Tag them in the comments so we can feature them!

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LASCO Distributors completed the UWI/LASCO Solar Pilot Project, installing a 500 kW PV+ system in Spanish Town, St Catherine, and a 10 kW Solar Hybrid system at the Central Village Multi-Purpose Centre. 

Read more at https://t.co/KVc9Wk8K0L

Sources: (Jamaica Loop News)

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A Message for International Mother Earth Day from the United Nations:

Let's remind ourselves - more than ever - that we need a shift to a more sustainable economy that works for both people and the planet. Let’s promote harmony with nature and the Earth.

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World Creativity & Innovation Day is the International Day of Observance that celebrates those who use creativity to advance the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals. 

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By uniting the wisdom of the past with the innovation of today we can create meaningful change.
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Jamaica's first agrivoltaic farm was launched by East West Power Korea during a significant groundbreaking ceremony held at the AC Marriott Hotel in New Kingston.

Read more here: https://t.co/SyU4LULUR3
(Source: Loop News Jamaica)

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A new solar and battery project in Antigua and Barbuda, funded by the UAE-Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund, is now operational. The design includes solar panels and batteries that can withstand hurricanes and supply all daytime energy needs.

Read more: https://t.co/MWD0DknN6L

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For many of us, the ocean remains distant and inaccessible. Bajan Digital Creations Inc., a Barbados-based tech company headed by Antonio Hollingsworth and co-founder, Stacy Phillips, is on a mission to change that.

Read more here: https://t.co/F7HDilmM75

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The IDB Group has launched the ONE Caribbean Regional Program, a comprehensive framework designed to support enhancing living standards across the Caribbean.

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IADB PR: https://t.co/gvNUPuj6Zs
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What an interesting read from https://t.co/ICpgE5SQyr.
Here are some tips on how you can configure your workplace to encourage innovative thinking amongst your employees. 
Read more here: https://t.co/e5O8aFN94H
Photo: Getty Images
Via Entrepreneur

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The IDB is supporting Barbados’ sustainable development goals with US$100 million loan.
Read more here: https://t.co/EhM9uBupkR

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Barbadian Entrepreneur, Jared Spencer is the founder of the vegan snack company, RIDDIM Snacks. Spencer uses his products to reshape the narrative surrounding Caribbean culture in the United Kingdom.

Read more of his compelling story here: 
https://t.co/pVmtXLfi7J