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Turning the Tide: How Trinidad & Tobago is Leading the Fight Against Plastic Pollution

Introduction Plastic pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Across the globe, the pervasive presence of plastic waste is choking oceans, damaging ecosystems, and threatening the health and livelihoods of countless communities. Small Island Developing States (SIDS), like Trinidad & Tobago, are particularly vulnerable to this growing crisis. […]

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Forging a Caribbean Oil Empire: The Remarkable Story of Trinidad and Tobago

The search for “black gold” has shaped nations, economies, and politics around the world. And amidst the vast blue expanse of the Caribbean Sea lies a tale of oil and gas exploration that has left an indelible mark on the region. At the center of this story is the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago, […]

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Trinidad’s Guardians of the Sea: Saving the Ancient Giants of the Leatherback Turtles

Introduction Leatherback sea turtles are some of the oldest creatures on Earth, with a lineage dating back over 100 million years. These gentle giants have traversed the world’s oceans since the time of the dinosaurs, surviving natural predators and environmental changes. However, in the modern age, their survival is increasingly threatened by human activities. Trinidad […]