The Implementation of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre Green Plan for the establishment of an Integrated Sustainable Farm and Learning Centre within the Castries to Gros-Islet Conurbation in Saint Lucia.
Based on a GREEN PLAN prepared during the Planning Grant phase, the grantee will implement a series of measures which will transform 16 acres of land and structures into a climate smart development with a significantly reduced carbon footprint through energy conservation strategies; reforestation and expansion of an apiary; the increase in rainwater harvesting; and the transformation of an existing farm into a Climate Smart Farm using GAP and organic methods, including traditional composting and vermiculture. The three main objectives shall be to: (i) To design and establish climate smart sustainable agricultural activities which can serve as demonstration sites for skills and knowledge development; (ii) To reduce energy usage by at least 1731 KWh and achieve a monthly saving of approximately EC$ 612.34; and (iii) Increase water storage by at least 100% (Phase 1)
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Project Snapshot
Grantee:
Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre
Country:
Saint Lucia
Area Of Work:
Climate Change Mitigation
Grant Amount:
US$ 46,972.00
Co-Financing Cash:
US$ 45,237.00
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 99,957.00
Project Number:
STL/SGP/OP7/CORE/CC/2022/15
Status:
Currently under execution
Project Characteristics and Results
Capacity - Building Component
A school field approach will be used as well as short workshops and seminars to impart new skills and knowledge to members of staff. The areas covered will include apiculture, energy conservation and climate smart agriculture.
Gender Focus
Both men and women will benefit because of the policies of the grantee and the presence of both men and women on the staff.
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SGP Country office contact
Mr. Giles Romulus
Phone:
(758) 452-4900
Fax:
(758) 452-4900
Email:
Address
CARILEC Building, Desir Avenue, Sans Souci
Castries, The Caribbean, P.O. Box 8206 Choc
Castries, The Caribbean, P.O. Box 8206 Choc
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