Several environmental charities operating in Jamaica today are relentless in their efforts toward solving environmental problems. Jamaica, a beautiful island with rich flora and fauna also grapples with issues like deforestation, pollution, and the consequences of climate change.
- The primary goal of JCDT is to conserve the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park.
- The C-CAM promotes biodiversity conservation, sustainable livelihoods, and education.
Jamaica’s Top Environmental Nonprofits
Here are some of the top environmental charities in Jamaica:
1. Jamaica Environment Trust (JET)
JET is amongst the largest Jamaican-based environmental NGOs which was established in the year 1991. Its primary work area includes educational empowerment for the environment and the active conservation of Jamaica’s natural resources. JET implements the “Nuh Dutty Up Jamaica” which is an awareness campaign on wastes and their disposal. The charity also incorporates legal work by putting pressure on the government and private sector organisations to prioritise infringement of the law on the environment.
2. Caribbean Coastal Area Management Foundation (C-CAM)
The primary focus area of C-CAM stretches from the extension of the anoxic Cariaco Trench to the south coast of Jamaica and the Portland Bight Protected Area, the largest protected area in Jamaica. Currently, the organisation engages in biodiversity conservation, promotion of sustainable livelihoods as well as education. By and large, C-CAM and its initiatives are instrumental in conserving the diverse biosystem. Also, the organisation encourages sustainable tourism procedures in Jamaica’s coastal environment.
3. Environmental Foundation of Jamaica (EFJ)
The Environmental Foundation of Jamaica provides assistance across diverse sectors. This includes governmental and non-governmental organisations that participate in reforestation, watershed management, specific marine sphere conservation, and educational organisations that address environmental needs, etc. Also, EFJ undertakes programs to help ensure that these societies or organisations act immediately to solve the impact of environmental pollution.
4. Jamaica Conservation and Development Trust (JCDT)
The primary goal of JCDT is to conserve the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park, which is a WORLD HERITAGE. The trust also manages the park with the primary goal of conserving biological variety. JCDT uses natural resources sustainably for the benefit of local populations. In addition, the organisation promotes eco-tourism and meaningful employment by collaborating with local people to help conserve the park’s wildlife and plant resources.
5. Windsor Research Centre (WRC)
Located in Cockpit Country, WRC is an independent non-profit research and technical conservation organisation that prioritises the conservation of one of the most bio-diverse areas in Jamaica. This centre also undertakes research in the areas of biosphere, climatology, and the impacts of human activities on the environment. One unique initiative carried out by WRC is the creation of environmental awareness across the country. The goal is to sensitise people to the need to protect the ecosystems of the Cockpit Country.
Conclusion
As far as environmental conservation is concerned, these organisations prioritise habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change. In the areas of advocacy, education, and conservation they work to ensure that the natural resources of Jamaica will also be enjoyed by posterity.
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