Landfill fire situation “under investigation”
During the course of the first full week of January 2026 (Jan. 4th to 10th), the Low Ground landfill on Nevis, emitted smoke. It affected surrounding communities for days.…
NHCS receives 2025 Judith Towle Environmental Grant
The Nevis Historical and Conservation Society (NHCS) is the 2025 recipient of the Judith Towle Environmental Grant, administered by the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI). The Judith…
New Desalination Facility Moves Closer to Launch, Promising Reliable Water for Basseterre
At a recent town hall meeting, Gerry Moise, General Manager of Royal Utilities Ltd., the contractor for the EC$50 million Basseterre Desalination Plant provided an important update, an essential project…
Federation Completes Three-Phase Rollout of Single-Use Plastic Ban
After almost a year of transition, the Three-phase Single-Use Plastic Ban, which began on December 31st, 2024, has now been fully executed. As of Sunday, November 30th, 2025, the sale…
NHCS to host Lionfish Hunt
The 4th great Lionfish Hunt will be held on Saturday Dec. 6th, at the Nevis Aquatic and Sailing Centre, at Oualie Beach. This is organized by the Nevis Historical…
“Neither on St. Kitts or Nevis will we ever open another landfill” so says Federal Minister of Environment
As schools across the federation were commended for their contributions to recycling efforts in St. Kitts and Nevis through the National Recycling Competition, the ambition for waste management in the…
St. John’s Preschool, VOJN and Washington Archibald High Top National Recycling Competition
In a display of environmental commitment, the Taiwan Technical Mission along with other collaborative partners hosted the award ceremony for the 2025 National Recycling Competition. A total of 55…
EcoYouth Venture Launched in St. Kitts and Nevis
The Pan American Development Foundation (PADF), in partnership with the Government of Taiwan and the Ministry of Education, officially launched the EcoYouth Venture initiative on Tuesday, November 18th, 2025. …
NSWMA announces extension of Pilot Expansion project
The Nevis Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has announced an extension to its Pilot Expansion project. The six-week project, according to the NSWMA, has been extended to Friday, December…
NSWMA announces permanent removal of waste bins from War Memorial and DR. Walwyn Squares
Garbage receptacles have been permanently removed from two locations in Charlestown, an advisory from the Nevis Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) indicates. The locations are: War Memorial Square and…
NSWMA announces Vehicle Disposal Amnesty Programme
Nevis Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has announced the launch of a Vehicle Disposal Amnesty Programme. It forms part of the ongoing Scrap Metal Initiative and allows owners of derelict,…
Nevis’ Eco Day to be held on November 4th
Nevis’ Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with Blue Planet Alliance, will be hosting an event dubbed "Nevis’ Eco Day". This will be held (today) Tuesday November 4th from 9am…