Government mulls dedicated sargassum unit

Government is exploring new measures to tackle the growing sargassum problem, including the possible establishment of a dedicated sargassum management unit and the installation of offshore barriers to stop the seaweed before it reaches Barbados’ beaches.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Environment Santia Bradshaw said officials are examining new technology and specialised offshore booms that could intercept sargassum in near-shore waters, reducing the volume reaching the coastline.

Bradshaw made the comments while visiting Oistins with representatives of Dominican Republic-based DESMI RO-Clean, which is assisting officials in assessing sustainable approaches to sargassum management.