BEST’s fear over turtle relocation

The relocation of turtles for the America’s Cup presents a host of ethical dilemmas, according to environmentalist Stuart Hayward. According to the Bermuda Government, temporarily moving turtles from the Great Sound to an ocean enclosure will protect them from marine […]

Rescue plan could stress out turtles

A plan to relocate sea turtles in advance of the America’s Cup has sparked concerns from environmentalists about the impact on the animals’ health. The plan is intended to protect turtles from the heavy marine traffic anticipated in the Great […]

The lionfish-killing robots and electric cars driving sustainability

By Stuart Hayward: Earth Day 2017 was preceded by a good week for Bermuda, environmentally, from the impending import of a small fleet of four-wheeled electric vehicles, and a new scheme to cull lionfish. Both send very positive signals for […]

Southlands park delay fears

Amendments to change Southlands into a park are set to be tabled in the upcoming session of Parliament, according to the Government. While environmentalists have welcomed the long-sought change, they said that a lack of maintenance at the property over […]

Great Sound turtles ‘moving home’ for Cup

Sea turtles are being temporarily relocated from the Great Sound to keep them out of harm’s way during the America’s Cup. They will be homed in a purpose-built ocean enclosure near the Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo in an operation […]

Memoirs a fond look back at island life

Renowned conservationist Stuart Hayward has taken a stroll down memory lane to share a collection of comic capers and treasured traditions from his childhood. My Bermuda: Memoirs of an Island Boy is a collation of more than 100 columns Mr […]

BEST Bulletin – April 2017 – #25

Trump climate change policy concerns BEST

Environmental group BEST has expressed serious concern over President Donald Trump’s decision to roll back Obama rules aimed at curbing climate change. Stuart Hayward, president of the Bermuda Environmental and Sustainability Taskforce, said his feelings ranged from trepidation to mild […]

Greenrock, BEST rule out merger

Environmental organisations Greenrock and BEST have concluded that a formal merger of the two entities is not necessary to advance their goals. The two organisations have been in talks facilitated by the Centre on Philanthropy’s Collaboration Initiative which aims to […]