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Environment & Sustainability Guide · Grenada

Environment & Sustainability Guide in Grenada

Air quality, green spaces, and environmental policies

Grenada, a small island nation in the Caribbean, boasts rich biodiversity with over 50% forest coverage and strong protected areas, but is highly vulnerable to climate change impacts including sea level rise of 3-4 mm/year and more intense hurricanes. Air quality is stable due to low industrialization, though data is limited. Sustainability initiatives emphasize renewables and NDC commitments under the Paris Agreement, amid challenges from natural disasters.

Air Quality Index

0510

Good

8.0/10(AQI: N/A)

Stable trend

Grenada's air quality is stable with no significant pollution sources reported, owing to low industrial activity and vehicular emissions. PM2.5 and PM10 data are unavailable, but the small population and tropical setting suggest good conditions. No major government air quality initiatives identified, with focus on regional Caribbean monitoring.

Water Quality

0510

Good

7.5/10

Grenada's drinking water is generally safe, treated to WHO standards with 98% access to improved sources. Coastal pollution from tourism and agriculture poses risks, but government monitoring through NAWASA ensures compliance. Challenges include saltwater intrusion from sea level rise.

98% population access to safely managed drinking water services.

Recycling System

Grenada has limited formal recycling infrastructure, with focus on waste reduction and composting. No national recycling rate data available; efforts include community programs for plastics and organics, supported by international aid.

Recycling Rate: —%

Green Spaces

Grenada protects about 50% of its land as forests and reserves, including Grand Etang National Park. These areas preserve endemic species and watersheds, with strong community involvement in conservation.

Forest Coverage: 50.0%

National Parks: 1

Key sites: Grand Etang NP (199 ha), Levera NP, and marine protected areas covering 20% of EEZ.

Environmental Policies

Grenada ratified the Paris Agreement and submits NDCs targeting 48% GHG reduction by 2030. Policies include the Environmental Policy 2021 and bans on single-use plastics. Renewable energy focus aims for 50% by 2030.

Key Policies:

•Paris Agreement NDC
•Single-Use Plastic Ban 2020
•National Environmental Policy 2021

Renewable Energy: 50% renewable energy by 2030, emphasizing solar and wind.

Natural Disaster Risk

HIGH

Grenada is highly prone to hurricanes, floods, and landslides, exacerbated by climate change. Hurricane Ivan (2004) caused $1B damage; recent events include TS Matthew (2016) flooding.

hurricanesfloodslandslides

Climate Change Impacts: Temperatures rose 0.8°C from 1991-2020; hurricanes intensified with 20% more rainfall; sea level rise 3.3 mm/year threatens 20% coastline; extreme events frequency up 15% per decade (IPCC AR6). Precipitation patterns show wetter wet seasons, increasing flood risks.

Sustainability Initiatives

Renewable Energy

Grenada targets 50% renewables by 2030 via solar PV expansion and geothermal exploration, supported by World Bank funding.

Waste Management

National solid waste strategy includes composting and recycling hubs, reducing landfill reliance by 20%.

Marine Protection

Expansion of marine protected areas to 30% of EEZ by 2025 to safeguard reefs and fisheries.

Wildlife & Nature

Grenada DoveEndangered

Grenada Tree FrogVulnerable

Saffron FinchCommon

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