The Environmental Management Authority (EMA) recently completed an investigation into the planned “Caroni Krab Dash - Flat Bottom & Small Boat Race” event, originally scheduled for 25 October 2025. The inquiry was prompted by numerous concerns raised by members of the public regarding the potential environmental impact of the event...
The Environmental Management Authority (EMA), in collaboration with Sagicor, is proud to announce the launch of the Enviro Club Mural Activity for secondary school students in Tobago. This dynamic and creative initiative is designed to foster environmental awareness and pride, while strengthening community engagement in sustainability.Five schools that have been...
For the past 26 years, the EMA’s Green Leaf Awards (GLA) has proudly recognised environmental heroes who have made extraordinary contributions to Trinidad and Tobago’s environment. From grassroots champions to innovators shaping national policy, the awards have stood as the country’s premier recognition of environmental leadership and action. Click Here...
234 volunteers, 3,702 lbs of trash and new policies in motion This year’s waste count consisted of:Plastic – 985.91 lbsGlass – 111.82 lbsMiscellaneous items (appliances, electronics, tyres etc.) – 2, 604.78 lbsThe aim of this activity is to bring to national attention the pressing environmental issue of marine pollution due...
The Environmental Management Authority (EMA), through its Biodiversity Unit and People,Public and Private (3P) Network, in collaboration with the Wildlife Section of the Forestry Division, Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries (MALF), hosted a sensitisation session on Wednesday, 20 August 2025 at the Caroni Swamp Visitors’ Centre. The session was...
We are pleased to share highlights from EMA’s Internship Journey 2025, which captures the experiences and contributions of this year’s interns. Speaking on behalf of the 2025 intern cohort, Ms. Camryn Cunningham shares her perspective on the programme and reflects on the value of the internship experience.We invite you to view and...
On July 22, 2025, the National Sea Turtle Task Force (NSTTF), with support from the Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard, successfully conducted a site visit to six remote sea turtle nesting beaches along the North Coast of Trinidad. Click Here To Read More
What is the BIOREACH Project? The Biodiversity Conservation and Agroecological Land Restoration in Productive Landscapes of Trinidad and Tobago (BIOREACH) Project is a 4 year initiative aimed at conserving local biodiversity, restoring degraded landscapes and improving the livelihoods of rural communities throughout Trinidad and Tobago.Funded by the Global Environment Facility...
The Environmental Management Authority (EMA) recently concluded its 2025 Vacation Internship Programme, providing thirteen university students with an opportunity to gain valuable work experience with the Authority from June to August 2025.Over the course of the three-month internship, participants had the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience within the Authority’s...