The Marine Estate Administration Policy updates the guidance used by the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change since 1996 for the issuance of licences, permits and leases for the use of the seabed which is Crown Land. The Policy is founded on four main values which are equity, balance, fairness, and transparency. The Policy should guide the public regarding how applications for use of the seabed will be considered.
An overview of the Virgin Islands Beach Policy 2020, which balances public beach access with ecological preservation. The page covers the Long Bay, Beef Island Beach Management Plan and its 'Operation Restoration' initiative, alongside guidelines and application processes for non-commercial, short-term, and long-term commercial beach use permissions.
The Green Pledge Programme encourages all businesses and organizations, including NGOs, service groups and church groups, to “Go Green” by reducing their environmental impact.
The Green Pledge Drive, championed by the Premier, seeks to scale up the Green Pledge Programme! Help us get to over 100 businesses and organizations making a Green Pledge for Environment Month - June 2024!
An introduction to ecosystem accounting in the Virgin Islands, explaining how monitoring the condition and economic value of environmental assets supports sustainable policy decisions. It highlights the annual reporting process initiated in partnership with EFTEC, the JNCC, and the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change.
An overview of the Virgin Islands' environmental framework, highlighting the 2007 Constitutional mandate for environmental protection, existing legislation, and the proposed Environment and Climate Change Bill aimed at creating a modern legal framework for conservation and climate adaptation.
GET EXCITED! GET INVOLVED!
We’re restoring the beach dune and seagrape treeline!
Get excited! Operation Restoration has big targets with big benefits and many ways for you to get involved! Find out how below. For more information, please contact the Ministry.