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U.S. supports the RBPF with 20 new SUVs
U.S. supports the RBPF with 20 new SUVs
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The United States has donated 20 new hybrid SUVs valued at nearly $1.4 million to assist the crime-fighting efforts of the Royal Bahamas Police Force, marking a security partnership that has endured since The Bahamas' independence. US Chargé d'Affaires Usha Pitts; Prime Minister Philip Davis; Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe and [...]
Ambassador visits Grand Bahama and Eleuthera
Ambassador visits Grand Bahama and Eleuthera
AMBASSADOR Cindy McCain, the United States Representative to the United Nations Agencies in Rome, travelled to Grand Bahama on Monday and was taken on a tour of the eastern part of the island.
The Bahamas’ Health Care Systems are in the Process of Being Strengthened
Minister of Health and Wellness the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville said the lessons learned from Hurricane Dorian and the COVID-19 pandemic underscore the importance of strengthening the resilience of the Bahamas’ health care systems.
Get a stamp of approval on the building envelope
Get a stamp of approval on the building envelope
A short while ago, I received a flyer promoting some turn-key residential properties that allege to be energy efficient.
The units boasted energy efficient appliances, but beyond that, they were silent. When we talk about efficient or high performing buildings, it is certainly important to ensure that we carefully examine the building envelope.
Although we may not think of them that way, collectiv...
Almost half of investors say tackling climate change should be a top 5 priority for businesses
Almost half of investors say tackling climate change should be a top 5 priority for businesses
According to PwC’s 2022 Global Investor Survey Investors continue to prioritise climateaction despite lacking trusted information.
COP27 needs a tremendous focus on action, Commonwealth of Dominica looking to share scalable solutions
COP27 needs a tremendous focus on action, Commonwealth of Dominica looking to share scalable solutions
There are a few days left until COP27 takes place in the Egyptian city of Sharm El-Sheikh from 6 to 18 November and the Commonwealth of Dominica, like many nations around the world, will be watching to see if this summit finally brings action and implementation of proposals and promises.
PwC in the Caribbean leads ESG and Net Zero conversation: Securing a sustainable future for the Caribbean
PwC in the Caribbean leads ESG and Net Zero conversation: Securing a sustainable future for the Caribbean
It’s clear we’ve reached a turning point globally on the imperative of ESG. It’s no longer just a consideration for governments and businesses to address, instead it’s gone much further, making its way into every aspect of our lives.
PwC in the Caribbean leads ESG and Net Zero conversation on securing a sustainable future for the Caribbean
PwC in the Caribbean leads ESG and Net Zero conversation on securing a sustainable future for the Caribbean
It’s clear we’ve reached a turning point globally on the imperative of ESG. It’s no longer just a consideration for governments and businesses to address, instead it’s gone much further, making its way into every aspect of our lives.
Ministry of Health and Wellness hosts climate change town meetings in Grand Bahama
The Ministry of Health and Wellness hosted two-days of town hall meetings on Grand Bahama this week in its quest to develop a more climate-resilient health system for The Bahamas.
“We can and must produce more,” says Agriculture Minister
As the government forges ahead with its objective of achieving food security for The Bahamas, a series of initiatives are on the agenda to meet this goal. During a presentation at the 16th Annual Exuma Business Outlook forum, Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs, the Hon. Clay Sweeting outlined some of the steps that the government has taken to bring this goal into f...