- May 25- 30, 2025
- St. Kitts and Nevis
- In-Person Event
Global Sustainable
Islands Summit 2025
bringing together the global island community in 2025!


Sustainable Future for Island Communities
The Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2025, co-hosted with the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, is a series of in-person events dedicated to advancing sustainable development on islands worldwide. Building upon the momentum of the 2024 SIDS4 Conference, the summit will address pressing challenges confronting island communities, focusing on Water Sustainability & Energy Nexus, Agricultural Resilience & Climate Adaptation, Climate-Health Interactions and Geothermal Energy.


Words from Prime Minister Terrance Drew
At the United Nations General Assembly, Saint Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew announces the Global Sustainable Islands Summit, in partnership with Island Innovation, to be held in May 2025
Meet the Speakers
Learn more about the inspiring leaders, experts, and visionaries who will share their insights at the Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2025.


Hon. Dr. Joyelle Clarke
Senator the Hon Dr Joyelle Trizia Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment is easily described as a Climate Action advocate, defender of youth involvement in decision- making, and a climate and gender justice specialist. Professionally, she became one of the youngest females to become a Director of a government office, the Department of Constituency Empowerment in 2012. Shortly thereafter, Dr Joyelle Clarke worked as an educator, bridging her passion for environment and youth together under the banner of one of the strongest youth-led environmental programmes in St Kitts and Nevis. The Cayon High School Environmental Club members became ambassadors for the students to a project called the St Mary’s UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Project which allowed for even more advocacy and youth-led conservation work. Dr Clarke has been involved in Social Impact Assessments and Sustainable livelihoods research for over 15 years. During this time, she has led projects on livelihoods-transition, conducted research and developed programs in various capacities as a government official and community activist. Her key livelihoods research focused on assessing the transition of former female sugar workers to tourism and agricultural livelihoods, post-sugar production in St Kitts. Dr Clarke has also been intimately involved in retraining exercises with key female groups of former sugar workers to retool and reskill women with the necessary assets for succeeding in new tourism-based livelihoods. The Honourable Minister’s project-related work ranges from livelihood support, community-based development initiatives, sustainable tourism and environmental conservation. She was engaged in developing and executing community-based projects in collaboration with community groups on behalf of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis. Projects included climate change initiatives such as reforestation programs, and the establishment of school-based agricultural programs. She has worked extremely close with female farm cooperatives, assisting with the transition from traditional farming to environmentally friendly, climate resilient farming methods. So far, she has co-founded a mentorship program called, “Women Empowering Girls”; She serves as a mentor in GirlsCare Jamaica; Co-founder of a consultancy firm that assists companies and communities to shape mutually beneficial relationships, called Relate Consultancy. In addition to being a director and an educator, she sat on the Opposition benches as a Senator and advocated extensively for matters relating to the environment, climate action, youth empowerment and gender justice. Added to that, Hon Dr Clarke served as a Research Supervisor for the University of the West Indies and the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College. All of her hard work, passion and dedication has now transitioned to this period of public service as she holds the title of Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action, and Constituency Empowerment. A portfolio aligned to her passion, her training and her advocacy.
Hon. Dr. Joyelle Clarke
Senator the Hon Dr Joyelle Trizia Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment is easily described as a Climate Action advocate, defender of youth involvement in decision- making, and a climate and gender justice specialist. Professionally, she became one of the youngest females to become a Director of a government office, the Department of Constituency Empowerment in 2012. Shortly thereafter, Dr Joyelle Clarke worked as an educator, bridging her passion for environment and youth together under the banner of one of the strongest youth-led environmental programmes in St Kitts and Nevis. The Cayon High School Environmental Club members became ambassadors for the students to a project called the St Mary’s UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Project which allowed for even more advocacy and youth-led conservation work. Dr Clarke has been involved in Social Impact Assessments and Sustainable livelihoods research for over 15 years. During this time, she has led projects on livelihoods-transition, conducted research and developed programs in various capacities as a government official and community activist. Her key livelihoods research focused on assessing the transition of former female sugar workers to tourism and agricultural livelihoods, post-sugar production in St Kitts. Dr Clarke has also been intimately involved in retraining exercises with key female groups of former sugar workers to retool and reskill women with the necessary assets for succeeding in new tourism-based livelihoods. The Honourable Minister’s project-related work ranges from livelihood support, community-based development initiatives, sustainable tourism and environmental conservation. She was engaged in developing and executing community-based projects in collaboration with community groups on behalf of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis. Projects included climate change initiatives such as reforestation programs, and the establishment of school-based agricultural programs. She has worked extremely close with female farm cooperatives, assisting with the transition from traditional farming to environmentally friendly, climate resilient farming methods. So far, she has co-founded a mentorship program called, “Women Empowering Girls”; She serves as a mentor in GirlsCare Jamaica; Co-founder of a consultancy firm that assists companies and communities to shape mutually beneficial relationships, called Relate Consultancy. In addition to being a director and an educator, she sat on the Opposition benches as a Senator and advocated extensively for matters relating to the environment, climate action, youth empowerment and gender justice. Added to that, Hon Dr Clarke served as a Research Supervisor for the University of the West Indies and the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College. All of her hard work, passion and dedication has now transitioned to this period of public service as she holds the title of Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action, and Constituency Empowerment. A portfolio aligned to her passion, her training and her advocacy.
Minister of Sustainable Development, St Kitts and Nevis


Quincia Gumbs-Marie
Former Member of Parliament Quincia Gumbs Marie is a passionate environmentalist and a strong proponent of balanced development that respects both the environment and the economy. She fervently promotes the establishment of a universal global funding architecture that is democratic and accessible, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to protect our planet’s resources. Her unwavering commitment to sustainability makes her a formidable force in advancing environmental policies that promote a harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.
Quincia Gumbs-Marie
Former Member of Parliament Quincia Gumbs Marie is a passionate environmentalist and a strong proponent of balanced development that respects both the environment and the economy. She fervently promotes the establishment of a universal global funding architecture that is democratic and accessible, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to protect our planet’s resources. Her unwavering commitment to sustainability makes her a formidable force in advancing environmental policies that promote a harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.
Former Member of Parliament, Anguilla
Minister for Environment, Rural Modernisation, Kalinago Upliftment and Constituency Empowerment, Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica
COP29 President & Minister for Ecology & Natural Resources, Government of Azerbaijan
UK Envoy, UK's Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
Special Envoy for the BES islands for EU and UN and Economic Development with Latin America and Caribbean
Minister of Public Works and the Environment, Government of Bermuda


Dr. Aitazaz A. Farooque
Dr. Farooque’s research focuses on fundamental understanding and development of state of the art precision agriculture (PA) technologies for Eastern Canada’s agriculture industry. Development of innovative and novel PA systems utilizes knowledge of engineering design, development and management, instrumentation, design and evaluation of sensors and controllers, development of hardware and software for automation of machines to sense targets in real-time for spot application of agrochemicals on an as-needed basis to improve farm profitability while maintaining environmental sustainability.
Dr. Farooque is actively working on machine vision, application of multispectral and thermal imagery using drone technology, delineation of management zones for site-specific fertilization, electromagnetic induction methods, remote sensing, and digital photography technique for mapping, bio-systems modeling, artificial neural network, deep learning, analog and digital sensor integration into agricultural equipment for real-time soil, plant, and yield mapping. Dr. Farooque has been evaluating the variable rate technologies for potential environmental risks.
Dr. Farooque has been very successful in securing research funding from Natural Science and Engineering Council of Canada, Provincial and Federal Governments and agriculture industry. He has been supervising undergraduate and graduate students, research assistants, and post-doctoral fellow at UPEI and other collaborating institutions. Dr. Farooque highlighted the significance of his research in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, workshops, industry meetings and farmer’s field days.
Dr. Aitazaz A. Farooque
Dr. Farooque’s research focuses on fundamental understanding and development of state of the art precision agriculture (PA) technologies for Eastern Canada’s agriculture industry. Development of innovative and novel PA systems utilizes knowledge of engineering design, development and management, instrumentation, design and evaluation of sensors and controllers, development of hardware and software for automation of machines to sense targets in real-time for spot application of agrochemicals on an as-needed basis to improve farm profitability while maintaining environmental sustainability.
Dr. Farooque is actively working on machine vision, application of multispectral and thermal imagery using drone technology, delineation of management zones for site-specific fertilization, electromagnetic induction methods, remote sensing, and digital photography technique for mapping, bio-systems modeling, artificial neural network, deep learning, analog and digital sensor integration into agricultural equipment for real-time soil, plant, and yield mapping. Dr. Farooque has been evaluating the variable rate technologies for potential environmental risks.
Dr. Farooque has been very successful in securing research funding from Natural Science and Engineering Council of Canada, Provincial and Federal Governments and agriculture industry. He has been supervising undergraduate and graduate students, research assistants, and post-doctoral fellow at UPEI and other collaborating institutions. Dr. Farooque highlighted the significance of his research in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, workshops, industry meetings and farmer’s field days.
Professor & Associate Dean, Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation, University of Prince Edward Island


Vanessa Toré
Vanessa Toré was born and raised in Curaçao, Dutch Caribbean. She is the Director of the Foreign Economic Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Economic Development of Curaçao. She was also the acting Secretary General of the Ministry of Economic Development until May 2014. She has held both positions since respectively July and August of 2011. In June 2015 she assumed a new challenge by becoming a Policy Advisor to the Minister of Traffic, Transport and Urban Planning. From November 1994 till June 2011 she worked at the Curaçao Chamber of Commerce and Industry (17 years). She was the manager of the Investment, Trade Promotion and Business Services department where she designed and implemented various programs and services for entrepreneurs, SME’s, Investors and Exporters. She holds an MBA degree and has followed training in Management, International trade and Investment promotion in Geneva, Netherlands, USA and Canada. She participated in various trade related committees internationally and recently she served a two year term on the board of the Caribbean Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (CAIPA). She speaks Papiamentu (mother language), Dutch, English and Spanish fluently and communicates at an intermediate level in Brazilian Portuguese. In her spare time she dedicates time voluntarily to Culture where she is active in the Jazz Scene of Curaçao promoting local Jazz musicians internationally.
Vanessa Toré
Vanessa Toré was born and raised in Curaçao, Dutch Caribbean. She is the Director of the Foreign Economic Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Economic Development of Curaçao. She was also the acting Secretary General of the Ministry of Economic Development until May 2014. She has held both positions since respectively July and August of 2011. In June 2015 she assumed a new challenge by becoming a Policy Advisor to the Minister of Traffic, Transport and Urban Planning. From November 1994 till June 2011 she worked at the Curaçao Chamber of Commerce and Industry (17 years). She was the manager of the Investment, Trade Promotion and Business Services department where she designed and implemented various programs and services for entrepreneurs, SME’s, Investors and Exporters. She holds an MBA degree and has followed training in Management, International trade and Investment promotion in Geneva, Netherlands, USA and Canada. She participated in various trade related committees internationally and recently she served a two year term on the board of the Caribbean Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (CAIPA). She speaks Papiamentu (mother language), Dutch, English and Spanish fluently and communicates at an intermediate level in Brazilian Portuguese. In her spare time she dedicates time voluntarily to Culture where she is active in the Jazz Scene of Curaçao promoting local Jazz musicians internationally.
Director of Foreign Economic Cooperation, Ministry of Economic Development, Government of Curacao


Lavern Mcfarlane
Dr. Lavern McFarlane is currently employed at the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) as the Senior Economist where she provides intellectual leadership relating to all aspects of economic analysis and contributes to the strategic direction of the institution. Lavern leads and conducts economic research and develop empirical models relating to financial innovation, regional integration and cohesion. She is responsible for developing various policy options, strategies and proposals relating to integration, cohesion and development of competitive regional economies. She spearheaded the development of the CARICOM Cohesion Policy and successfully negotiated the approval by the CARICOM Heads of Government in February 2020and is integrally involved with the policy implementation. Dr. McFarlane was co-lead on the development of the Credit Risk Abatement Facility (CRAF) – an innovative credit enhancement instrument of the CDF, where she is the Chief Underwriter. She is also leading on the development of a Resilience Fund aimed at addressing financing for climate adaptation and mitigation in CARICOM
Lavern Mcfarlane
Dr. Lavern McFarlane is currently employed at the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) as the Senior Economist where she provides intellectual leadership relating to all aspects of economic analysis and contributes to the strategic direction of the institution. Lavern leads and conducts economic research and develop empirical models relating to financial innovation, regional integration and cohesion. She is responsible for developing various policy options, strategies and proposals relating to integration, cohesion and development of competitive regional economies. She spearheaded the development of the CARICOM Cohesion Policy and successfully negotiated the approval by the CARICOM Heads of Government in February 2020and is integrally involved with the policy implementation. Dr. McFarlane was co-lead on the development of the Credit Risk Abatement Facility (CRAF) – an innovative credit enhancement instrument of the CDF, where she is the Chief Underwriter. She is also leading on the development of a Resilience Fund aimed at addressing financing for climate adaptation and mitigation in CARICOM
Senior Economist, CARICOM Development Fund
Chair, Marine Ecosystems Protected Areas (MEPA) Trust
Liaison Cabinet Special Envoy for Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba to the EU, UN and economic development in Latin-America and the Caribbean
Vice-president of Operations, The Caribbean Development Bank


Dr. Pepukaye Bardouille
Dr. Pepukaye Bardouille has worked for over two decades at the intersection of climate change and sustainable development globally. As founding Chief Executive Officer of the Climate Resilience Execution Agency for Dominica (CREAD) from 2018-2020, she was tasked with leading the transformation of Dominica into a climate resilient nation following the passage of Hurricane Maria. With the International Finance Corporation (IFC) from 2020-2023, she was Lead on Resilience in the Global Infrastructure Department, driving new approaches to renewable energy, water sector and urban resilience project development primarily in Small Island Developing States. From 2010-2018, she also championed IFC’s work to scale-up commercially viable business models for off-grid and mini-grid based electrification. Prior to that, with McKinsey & Company, she served national and international oil, gas and mining company CEOs in Africa, Europe and the Middle East on key challenges related to natural resource access and performance enhancement.
Dr. Pepukaye Bardouille
Dr. Pepukaye Bardouille has worked for over two decades at the intersection of climate change and sustainable development globally. As founding Chief Executive Officer of the Climate Resilience Execution Agency for Dominica (CREAD) from 2018-2020, she was tasked with leading the transformation of Dominica into a climate resilient nation following the passage of Hurricane Maria. With the International Finance Corporation (IFC) from 2020-2023, she was Lead on Resilience in the Global Infrastructure Department, driving new approaches to renewable energy, water sector and urban resilience project development primarily in Small Island Developing States. From 2010-2018, she also championed IFC’s work to scale-up commercially viable business models for off-grid and mini-grid based electrification. Prior to that, with McKinsey & Company, she served national and international oil, gas and mining company CEOs in Africa, Europe and the Middle East on key challenges related to natural resource access and performance enhancement.
Director, Bridgetown Initiative & Special Advisor on Climate Resilience, Prime Minister’s Office, Government of Barbados
Deputy Executive Director, Caribbean Export Development Agency
Executive Director, The Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE)
Regional Director, Commonwealth Caribbean, Department for Business and Trade, British High Commission


David O’Sullivan
David is from Ireland, a relatively small but formidable island in the Northeast Atlantic. He is a Marine Biologist and has been with Ireland’s Marine Institute for over 12 years across a number of sections.
Initially working with the Pelagic Fisheries team his research involved mapping of commercial fish stocks and larval transportation models, which contributed to sustainable management and provided practical advice on marine-spatial planning.
After moving to INFOMAR, Ireland’s national seabed mapping programme, he developed the value-added and education program to help translate complex seabed mapping data to a range of audiences. He has completed multiple offshore and onshore surveys including hydrographic, geophysical, fisheries and biological exploration. The latter included 152 ROV dives as Chief Scientist of a high impact, marine biodiversity assessment project, the EMFF Offshore Reef Survey ‘SeaRover’, which supported marine management and planning decisions in Ireland.
David was recently appointed Manager of Our Shared Ocean, a new programme to support research, knowledge exchange and capacity building in partnership with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and it is about this programme that he is delighted to speak to you today.
David O’Sullivan
David is from Ireland, a relatively small but formidable island in the Northeast Atlantic. He is a Marine Biologist and has been with Ireland’s Marine Institute for over 12 years across a number of sections.
Initially working with the Pelagic Fisheries team his research involved mapping of commercial fish stocks and larval transportation models, which contributed to sustainable management and provided practical advice on marine-spatial planning.
After moving to INFOMAR, Ireland’s national seabed mapping programme, he developed the value-added and education program to help translate complex seabed mapping data to a range of audiences. He has completed multiple offshore and onshore surveys including hydrographic, geophysical, fisheries and biological exploration. The latter included 152 ROV dives as Chief Scientist of a high impact, marine biodiversity assessment project, the EMFF Offshore Reef Survey ‘SeaRover’, which supported marine management and planning decisions in Ireland.
David was recently appointed Manager of Our Shared Ocean, a new programme to support research, knowledge exchange and capacity building in partnership with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and it is about this programme that he is delighted to speak to you today.
Our Shared Ocean - Program Manager, Irish Marine Institute
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As a Small Island Developing State (SIDS), Saint Kitts and Nevis remains highly susceptible to the adverse impacts of climate change. Recognising these challenges, the Government has launched the Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) as the vehicle that will drive a Federation-wide sustainability transition by 2040.
This ambitious initiative comprises of 7 pillars, each of which present common challenges for many islands. And with this in mind, these pillars will serve as the foundation for the content tracks for GSIS.
Water Security
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Sustainable Travel International is a social enterprise dedicated to protecting our planet’s most vulnerable destinations and transforming tourism’s impact on nature and people. We engage destination leaders, businesses, and travelers in responsible practices that safeguard nature, combat climate change and pollution, and empower communities to preserve the integrity of destinations around the world. Our comprehensive climate solutions help the travel industry reduce its carbon footprint, advance the global net zero transition, and strengthen its resilience to climate change impacts. To learn more, visit www.sustainabletravel.org.




At Ormat Technologies we’re always on; delivering renewable power and energy solutions to our customers around the clock and around the world.
Clean, reliable energy solutions provided from geothermal power, recovered energy, as well as energy storage solutions, is our expertise, commitment and focus.
Ormat has harnessed nature’s renewable energy for six decades. Built on ingenuity and proven experience, Ormat is recognized globally for developing state-of-the-art, environmentally sound power solutions.
We design, build and supply power-generating equipment for our customers’ geothermal and recovered energy power plants in over 30 countries.
We understand our customers’ operating challenges because we are operators too.
As a geothermal industry leader, we’ve gained global expertise in exploring, developing, designing, manufacturing, building, owning, and operating geothermal power plants.
Ormat’s current total generating portfolio is 1.5 GW with 1,248 MW of geothermal, Waste Heat and Solar generation portfolio that is spread globally in the U.S., Kenya, Guatemala, Indonesia, Honduras, and Guadeloupe, and 290 MW 658 MWh energy storage portfolio that is located in the U.S.
Our vertically integrated structure enables us to leverage our renewable energy expertise, our core capabilities, and our global experience to supply and develop geothermal, recovered energy, and energy storage solutions.
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Founded by Philippe Bayard, Haitian businessman and pilot, Sunrise Airways develops an air network with the aim of connecting capitals and islands that share the Caribbean region. Beyond a commercial ambition, Sunrise Airways supports its development with a strong and promising vision: ‘One Caribbean’, to connect the Caribbean and give it a tangible reality. Sunrise Airways has set itself the challenge of connecting the region to develop and strengthen links among members of the people, its cultures and its environment.




The St. Christopher and Nevis Conservation Foundation (SCNCF) was established in July 2016 for the express purpose of financing local initiatives aimed at conserving and restoring the Federation’s biodiversity and natural resources. The Foundation is governed by a Council (Board of Directors) comprised of private and government agencies with a non- governmental majority.
Through a partnership agreement with the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund and through its local, regional and international fundraising efforts, the SCNCF provides a sustainable flow of resources dedicated to the enhancement and improvement of the natural environment in St. Kitts and Nevis.
The SCNCF:
- Issues funding through a grants program promoted locally and is committed to openness, transparency, and honesty in its operations and in issuing grant awards;
- Works in partnership with communities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), academia, government agencies and the private sector;
- Supports the conservation and sustainability of St. Christopher and Nevis’ ecosystems and species;
- Is committed to education about conservation and management of natural resources through its activities and to the implementation of best practices.


Our Shared Ocean is a multi-annual funding programme, and part of Ireland’s response to the environmental and economic challenges facing many SIDS.
It reflects our national commitment to establishing and growing closer ties with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) as described in A Better World, Ireland’s policy for international development while also helping to deliver the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Our Shared Ocean will provide funding through annual competitive calls for projects within our three main themes; Oceans & Climate, Inclusive and Sustainable Blue Economy & Marine Policy and Ocean Governance.
SIDS already play a crucial role in relation to global ocean governance with capacity to develop innovative responses to these challenges. We hope to amplify that capacity by listening to solutions and providing help where needed.




ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation. We see our purpose as being to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting our engineering and digitalization expertise, we help industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. We call this: ‘Engineered to Outrun.’ We have around 110,000 employees worldwide and a history that stretches back more than 140 years.




The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) is an international inter-governmental organisation dedicated to regional integration in the Eastern Caribbean. The OECS is a regional grouping of 12 countries, comprising seven Protocol Member States and five Associate Member States.
The Protocol Member States are: Antigua and Barbuda, the Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The Associate Member States are:The British Virgin Islands, Anguilla, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Saint Martin.
The OECS was established on June 18, 1981, when seven Eastern Caribbean countries signed a treaty agreeing to cooperate and promote unity and solidarity among the Members. This treaty became known as the Treaty of Basseterre, named after the capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis, where it was signed. In 2010, the original treaty was replaced by the Revised Treaty of Basseterre, which established an economic union among the seven Protocol Member States. The vision of the Organisation is "A better quality of life for the people of the OECS.




The Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE) is a specialized institution of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Established within the framework of the Global Network of Regional Sustainable Energy Centres (GN-SEC), the CCREEE is the implementation hub for sustainable energy activities and projects within the CARICOM region. Our strategic programmes include: Knowledge Transfer and Management; Energy Access; Sustainable Industry and Business; Sustainable Transport; Finance and Project Support; Climate Resilience and Sustainable Buildings.




The Cabinet of the Special Envoy for Bonaire, Saba and St. Eustatius (BES-islands) strengthens collaboration with the European Union (EU), the United Nations (UN), and countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Cabinet of the Special Envoy plays an important role in advancing the interests of the Dutch Caribbean within the EU, working to bring the BES-islands closer to Europe and ensure they benefit from EU cooperation. Currently various funds -known as the horizontal funds- are available for the Dutch Caribbean. However, these funds are underutilized. The Cabinet of the Special Envoy assists the islands in developing funding proposals and ensures that island residents can benefit from these resources.




In 2006, the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) held its eighth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP). Recognising the specific challenges and vulnerabilities faced by islands, particularly Small Island Developing States, a programme of work was adopted specifically to significantly reduce the loss of biodiversity on islands (decision viii/1). Healthy ecosystems underpin sustainable livelihoods, health and poverty eradication.
The decision further called on “Parties to establish national, sub-regional, regional and international island partnerships that bring Governments and civil society organizations together to increase political, financial and technical support to accelerate the implementation of the programme of work on island biodiversity”.
Inspired by this call, the leaders of Palau, Seychelles, Republic of Marshall Islands, Grenada and the British Virgin Islands came together to catalyse this into reality, and the Global Island Partnership (GLISPA) was born.




Peace Boat US works to build a culture of peace and sustainability around the world by connecting people across borders and creating opportunities for learning, activism and cooperation. We achieve this through programs in which people from the US and around the world participate in voyages onboard the Peace Boat, our Japan-based partner organization and one of the most unique and creative peace-building initiatives in the world.
Programs combine learning, activism, advocacy, and travel, enabling participants to learn first-hand about global issues such as war, environmental degradation, gender violence, and other issues. Participants experience grassroots peace-building efforts to find non-violent, creative, and constructive solutions, from local communities to global advocacy networks.




Established in 1970, the Caribbean Industrial Research Institute (CARIRI) is a leading institution dedicated to innovation, technology, and industrial development in Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean. Owned by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and founded with support from the UNDP and UNIDO, CARIRI provides a wide range of services, including laboratory and field testing, research and development, consulting, and training.
Equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories and highly skilled professionals, CARIRI serves industries such as petrochemicals, biotechnology, manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism, and ICT. The Institute plays a vital role in supporting businesses, entrepreneurs, and public sector entities through technological solutions that enhance efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability.
A founding member of the World Association of Industrial and Technological Research Organizations (WAITRO), CARIRI remains committed to excellence, providing cutting-edge services that drive economic growth and regional innovation.




Maltaccelerate supports climate technology and digital innovation. They accelerate startups and support entrepreneurs developing breakthrough digital and climate-tech solutions, playing a key role in developing the innovation ecosystem in Malta and internationally. In partnership with the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, their mission is to contribute to a more sustainable and more digital tomorrow.








Lying at the cross-roads of the Mediterranean, UM has been, over its 400-year history, the hub for international academic exchange on the island. UM is the leading higher education institution in Malta and its structures are in line with the Bologna Process and the European Higher Education area.
At UM we to carry out academic research and provide a vibrant higher education setting in the arts, sciences and the humanities as required for Malta’s economic, social and cultural development. Our courses are designed to produce highly-qualified professionals in multiple disciplines. Our alumni community is growing exponentially: well over 3,500 students graduate in various disciplines annually.
We are committed to high standards of research and teaching and every member of staff at UM plays an important role and contributes to an outstanding student experience.




Edge is the independent education charity dedicated to making education relevant. We believe a coherent, unified and holistic education system can support social equity and enable all young people to fulfil their potential.
Edge’s research shows that a broad and balanced curriculum, including creative and technical subjects, rich employer engagement, teacher autonomy and interactive pedagogy, can help to bring learning alive and prepare students for more than just a set of exams.
Edge runs the Island Education Network, which brings together islands around the British Isles and British Overseas Territories to discuss issues relating to education policy in an island setting.




Climate Tracker (CT) is an international non-profit organization, aiming to support, train and incentivise better climate journalism globally. We believe in the power of journalism, but recognise that many young journalists don’t have the training, resources or support to identify and tell the climate stories they want to. We also recognise that this challenge is often greatest in the countries hardest hit by climate change. Our mission is to support, train and incentivise young journalists in developing countries to tell better climate stories. By 2023, we aim to create a regionally diversified network that provides the best opportunities, training and support for early career climate journalists across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. To do this, we focus on provide training and fellowships for young journalists around the world to tell better climate stories locally, conduct action-oriented media research to better understand the biggest challenges, trends, and obstacles to powerful climate reporting around the world, fund young journalists to report on the world’s most pressing issues and cover the world’s biggest moments, UN negotiations and conferences, and support global collaborations between young climate journalists, newsrooms and NGOs around the world.




ThinkGeoEnergy delivers business-to-business news with a focus on development, technology, finance and related topics, paired with market analysis and events informing and connecting players in the international geothermal energy market. Since its inception in 2008, ThinkGeoEnergy has focused on geothermal power generation and large scale-direct use of hydrothermal resources. At the same time with new topics such as deep geothermal heat exchange systems, storage, mineral extraction from geothermal brine, we are adapting our coverage on new technological developments and advancements on a constant basis.




Our news team is committed to providing timely, accurate, and independent coverage that reflects the diverse voices and vibrant culture of Montserrat’s unique community. Whether it’s breaking news, in-depth analysis, or inspiring human interest stories, our goal is to keep you connected and informed about everything that matters in Montserrat. We are proud to be your trusted source for news on Montserrat and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of journalism.




ClimaTalk is a youth-led non-profit organisation demystifying climate policy and empowering young people in the fight for climate action. The ClimaTalk team consists of 100+ young volunteers from 30+ countries and 6 continents.
They have so far published 400+ short and accessible climate policy articles, have created a database on youth climate lawsuits, a university courses map with hundreds of environmental courses, and have reported live from three international climate conferences. Their COP27 project is the Austrian winner of the European Charlemagne Youth Prize 2023.
They envision an empowered generation of climate policy experts and campaigners.




The International National Trusts Organisation (INTO) brings the global National Trust family together to share knowledge and tools for the protection of cultural and natural heritage. With over 100 members worldwide, we are a global movement of people who care about nature and culture and are inspired to celebrate and protect it.




Sustainable Cayman is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the Cayman Islands’ environment and fostering sustainable practices for the benefit of our community and future generations. Our mission is to promote environmental conservation, support climate action, and engage the local community in creating a more sustainable future. Our Youth Sustainability Ambassadors Program empowers youth to lead initiatives promoting healthy communities and a flourishing natural environment. These young change-makers are gaining invaluable skills, mentorship, and experiences that shape them into future leaders.




The St. Christopher National Trust is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that was established by an Act of Parliament in 2009. The Trust transitioned from the St. Christopher Heritage Society which was established in 1989. The primary objective of the Trust is the administering and preserving of sites, buildings and objects that are of archaeological, architectural, artistic, environmental and historical importance on St. Kitts




Established in 2023, the Estonian Islands Energy Agency (EISEA) is a socially oriented non-profit operating on six islands in western Estonia: Saaremaa, Hiiumaa, Muhu, Vormsi, Ruhnu and Kihnu.
EISEA helps local authorities, communities and businesses to implement projects aimed at more sustainable energy use and production, and which help reduce carbon emissions.
The founding members of EISEA are the rural municipalities of the islands of Saaremaa, Hiiumaa, Muhu, Kihnu and Vormsi, the entrepreneurs’ associations of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, the Saare Development Centre and the Tallinn University of Technology.
EISEA’s activities are funded by the European Union’s LIFE programme, by EISEA’s founders and through the provision of various services.




Gulf Coast Energy Network was established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit coalition of prominent business, government, and environmental leaders who promote the efficient use of energy and water resources to benefit consumers, the environment and economic growth. GCEN supports energy/water efficiency programs and promotes the use and expansion of alternative forms of energy. We advocate for energy/water-efficiency policies that minimize costs to all sectors of the economy and that lessen greenhouse gas emissions and their impact on the global climate. The GCEN works with our industry partners, universities, and like-minded stakeholders to expand alternative forms of energy and transportation.




Our mission is to restore islands for nature and people worldwide. Our vision is a world filled with vibrant biodiversity, resilient oceans, and thriving island communities.
Island Conservation is the environmental movement’s best-kept secret, spreading hope wherever we go. Our passionate, mission-driven team works hand-in-hand with community partners to maximize the impact of your conservation investment. Our innovative, action-oriented approach leads to tangible, positive impacts for biodiversity, marine life, and communities worldwide.




The Borincana Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2018 with the objective of promoting the energy transformation of Puerto Rico. After hurricanes Irma and Maria, the vulnerability of the island’s energy infrastructure was exposed, creating a unique opportunity to build a clean and distributed energy system.
Their programs are focused on promoting and facilitating the adoption of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, training a skilled workforce in solar technology, as well as educating the population about the transition to renewable energy.




The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), is the region’s tourism development agency, with 25 Dutch, English and French country members and a myriad of private sector allied members. The CTO’s vision is to position the Caribbean as the most desirable, year-round, warm weather destination. Its purpose is Leading Sustainable Tourism – One Sea, One Voice, One Caribbean.




Enhancing youth engagement is crucial for advancing the goals of the Convention and the Paris Agreement. The Glasgow work programme on Action for Climate Empowerment highlights the pivotal role of young people as agents of change. However, there are capacity gaps that need addressing to ensure effective youth involvement in climate action. The UNFCCC and the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security support the Youth4Capacity programme, within the framework of the Youth4Climate initiative, developed by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security.




The United Nations Global Compact is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. The Global Compact is a call to companies to align strategies and operations with universal principles on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption and take actions that advance societal goals.
The UN Global Compact Network Caribbean advances the initiative and its Ten Principles at the regional level across 19 countries. The Network Caribbean helps companies understand what responsible business means within different national and cultural contexts, and facilitates outreach, learning, collective action and partnerships. Through our Network Caribbean, companies can make local connections with other businesses and stakeholders from NGOs, government and academia – and receive guidance to improve their sustainability.




Hawaiʻi Green Growth Local2030 Hub is a public-private partnership committed to advancing economic, social and environmental goals. The hub highlights islands as leaders in innovation, providing a holistic approach to solutions grounded in a legacy of systems thinking.




The Local2030 Islands Network is the world’s first global, island-led network devoted to addressing the climate crisis by advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through locally driven, culturally informed solutions.
The Network brings together a diverse set of island nations, states, and communities from all regions of the world — islands connected through our shared island experiences, cultures and vision. Here, island leaders and experts from across jurisdictions meet as peers, working to develop and share innovative homegrown solutions that can change the world. Through the Network, islands are uniquely positioned to lead in the global effort in achieving a more resilient future for island Earth.




As a destination for world-class research and learning, the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation (CCCAA) at the University of Prince Edward Island will provide knowledge and collaboration in a “living laboratory” environment. The Centre is a new initiative jointly funded by the Government of Canada, the Government of Prince Edward Island, and the University of Prince Edward Island that provides access to high-quality datasets, multidisciplinary research teams, outstanding graduate and postdoctoral fellows, and engaged industry, community, and government partners. Together, these aspects produce a highly participatory environment that fosters new knowledge and research and development for climate change adaptation and innovation.




The Islands Centre for Net Zero (ICNZ) is a pan-island distributed innovation centre that will support Orkney, Shetland and the Outer Hebrides to become lighthouse communities in the energy transition. It will explore and trial solutions to decarbonisation that have replicability and application worldwide. Our Islands have shared ambition to spearhead decarbonisation, leading Scotland towards its 2045 net zero target and the rest of the UK by 2050.
ICNZ is developed by an Islands based consortium led by the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) with partners Heriot Watt University, Aquatera, Community Energy Scotland, Orkney Islands Council, Shetland Islands Council and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar.
As part of the Islands Growth Deal, ICNZ is funded by the UK and Scottish Governments.




JUA KALI LTD. is a Saint Lucia–based, profit-for-purpose green enterprise that is “trashing the idea of waste” to support governments, development partners, civil society and private sector actors in transitioning toward circular economy models in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Our integrated service offerings include: 1) the design and implementation of resource recovery systems, 2) technical consulting on solid waste and materials management, 3) development of behaviour change toolkits, 4) waste audits and baseline studies, 5) curriculum development, and 6) product innovation grounded in circular design.




Anguilla Focus is your dedicated source for the latest news from the beautiful Caribbean island of Anguilla. Committed to timely, accurate, and independent coverage, the team reflects the diverse voices and vibrant culture of Anguilla’s unique community. From breaking news and in-depth analysis to inspiring human interest stories, Anguilla Focus keeps you connected and informed about everything that matters in Anguilla.
Looking Back at GSIS2024
Last year, the Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2024 brought together brilliant minds and innovative solutions to tackle the unique challenges faced by island nations.








Impressive gathering of experts, academics , NGO’s & private sector. Discussion of smart solutions & practical approaches to protecting the environment & seizing the opportunities.
Peter MacKay (@PeterMacKay)
A great inspiration to meet with inspiring people from islands globally - and to give a keynote speech on #sustainability and regional cooperation in the Nordic & Arctic Region - at the Global Sustainable Islands Summit on Prince Edward Island in Canada
Kristina Háfoss @KristinaHafoss
Congratulations to Island Innovation for a remarkable, fruitful, and productive week! This summit was a platform for discussion and a beacon of action and hope, driving us towards a resilient and sustainable future for our islands.
Hon. Kerryne Z James
A truly enriching event, having the chance to listen and interact with experts in different fields with the goal of sustainable development of island states.
Gopiechand Boodhan
It was a privileged to be a participant at the Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2024 in Prince Edward Island. The summit was geared towards discussion of other islands challenges & resilience in the face of climatic change and collaboration towards sustainability (Environment, social, and economic) goals.
Oyé O.
What an incredible experience at the Global Sustainable Island Summit! It has been energising to connect with industry leaders
Claire Brown BSc
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Everything You Need to Know
What is the Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2025?
When and where will the different events take place?
- May 25-26th – Island Youth Forum
- May 26th, in Nevis – Geothermal Energy Forum (in Nevis)
- May 27-29th – Main GSIS Summit
- May 30th, in Nevis – 1st Forum on Access to Climate Finance for Sub-National Island Jurisdictions
How can I register for the events
When purchasing your ticket, please select the specific event(s) you wish to attend. Each forum and the main summit require separate tickets. Be sure to review your options and secure your spot for the sessions that matter most to you! All prices are in US dollars, per ticket.
Please, visit the ticket page by clicking here.
What are the recommended accommodation options and what are the rates for each room type?
We recommend staying at the conference venue, the St. Kitts Marriott Resort, a luxurious beachfront resort offering a variety of accommodations to suit your needs and budget. All attendees will be able to receive exclusive conference rates starting at $169.00 per night.
The link to reserve your room at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort with the exclusive conference rates will be sent via email. Please check your email communications for this link.
For those seeking alternative options, there is a wide range of other accommodation options are also available in the local area. Learn more about the accommodation options here.
How can I collaborate with Island Innovation at the Global Sustainable Islands Summit?
Is there a refund policy for registration?
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable, except under specific circumstances outlined below.
- In the event that the conference is cancelled, attendees will be entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
- If the conference is rescheduled to a different date or different location attendees will have the option to attend the rescheduled event or receive a full refund.
Force Majeure
The conference organisers shall not be held responsible for any delay, cancellation, or modification of the event due to circumstances beyond their control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, government regulations, or any other unforeseen events.
By purchasing a ticket to the Global Sustainable Islands Summit events, attendees acknowledge and agree to the terms of this refund policy. The conference organisers reserve the right to amend this policy at their discretion, with any changes communicated to registered attendees.