Consultancy for the Design and Implementation of a Training Course for Policymakers and Practitioners on Opportunities to Stimulate Climate Action by Caribbean Businesses

Delivery partners

George Washington University and the University of the West Indies, in collaboration with Compete Caribbean+

Objective

Design and deliver a specialized regional training course that strengthens policymakers’ and practitioners’ capacity to develop socially inclusive public policies and actionable strategies engaging the private sector in climate adaptation and mitigation. The course aimed to build understanding of climate risks and opportunities for Caribbean business competitiveness, introduce green innovation and technology solutions, and equip participants to apply learning through a policy-reform or program proposal for a selected sector or country.

Reported results

The first edition of the professional certificate was delivered from July to August 2026 with university partners. It reached 55 regional participants from 455 applications, indicating strong demand for practical climate-policy training.

1. Virtual certificate delivered. The first edition of the Professional Certificate in Climate-Smart Policy and Innovation for Caribbean Development was delivered virtually from July to August 2026, providing regional training on climate-smart policy and innovation.
2. Regional participation and demand. The course reached a cohort of 55 regional participants. A total of 455 applications were received, demonstrating substantial interest in practical training on public policies and strategies that stimulate climate action.
3. University delivery partners. George Washington University and the University of the West Indies collaborated in delivering the first edition of the certificate, linking regional knowledge with academic expertise in climate-smart policy and innovation.

Beneficiaries

The training was intended for policymakers, public officials, business-development organizations, climate and environmental specialists, private-sector professionals, civil-society groups and regional development partners. The supplied summary reports 55 regional participants in the first edition.