Update: Additional Beaches Closed

Wednesday, 11 January 2017 - 11:37am

The public is being advised that several beaches have been red flagged and are closed due to ground swell activity from Tuesday, January 10until further notice.

Swim Area Designated In White Bay For Increased Safety

Monday, 12 September 2016 - 5:05pm

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour is advising the public, and especially the Jost Van Dyke community, ......

Minister Pickering: "The Importance Of The Environment Cannot Be Underestimated"

Wednesday, 15 June 2016 - 12:30pm

It gives me great pleasure to deliver the 2016 State of the Environment Address.

Making The World A Better Place For Environment Week 2016

Thursday, 2 June 2016 - 12:30pm

Awareness programmes, activities and events for interested persons of all ages are planned as the Territory observes Environment Week 2016.

Climate Change Trust Fund Board Application Deadline Extended

Wednesday, 27 April 2016 - 10:15am

The deadline for the application and nomination process for the Virgin Islands Climate Change Trust Fund Board of Trustees has been extended to May 16. 

Premier Smith Concludes Successful Joint Ministerial Council Meeting

Thursday, 3 December 2015 - 3:30pm

Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith, OBE, has successfully concluded the 2015 Joint Ministerial Council meetings (JMC) held in the United Kingdom. 

Fogging For Jost Van Dyke Scheduled For Tomorrow December 3

Wednesday, 2 December 2015 - 4:15pm

Residents of Jost Van Dyke are notified that the Environmental Health Unit will be carrying out a round of fogging on the island tomorrow December 3. 

Premier Smith Attends Joint Ministerial Meeting In The UK

Wednesday, 25 November 2015 - 4:45pm

Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith, OBE will attend the Joint Ministerial Council Meeting (JMC) and other meetings in the United Kingdom from Thursday, November 26, to Wednesday, December 2. 

Profiles Enhance Knowledge Of Territory’s Environment

Friday, 13 November 2015 - 1:45pm

The environmental profile for the island of Tortola and its companion profile for the sister islands were launched at a ceremony last evening at the J. R. O’Neal Botanic Gardens.

Environmental Profile Of Tortola Will Be Launched Tomorrow

Tuesday, 10 November 2015 - 3:00pm

A document that will serve as an ideal reference for current and historical information on the Territory’s environment will be launched on Wednesday, November 11, at 7:00 p.m. at the J. R. O’Neal Botanic Gardens. 

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