The Association of Caribbean States (ACS) and Conservation International signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance climate resilience, ecosystem restoration and environmental financing in the Greater Caribbean, strengthening the region’s capacity to address the growing impacts of climate change.

The partnership between the ACS and CI will strengthen cooperation and resource mobilisation for the region, with the mission of protecting and restoring key ecosystems of the Greater Caribbean—such as mangroves, coral reefs and seagrass meadows—recognised for their essential role in climate change adaptation, biodiversity, food security and the well-being of millions of people.

The countries of the Greater Caribbean are home to nearly one fifth of the planet’s mangroves, a strategic natural asset that positions the region as a key player in global nature-based solutions to address climate change, protect biodiversity and strengthen the resilience of coastal communities.