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 […]

Eight steps to a healthier and more sustainable Bermuda

Did you ever get the feeling that Bermuda has outgrown its skin? For a tiny island, it seems we have adopted many of the practices common in a larger country such as the United States. We drive large SUVs to […]

Earth Hour Bermuda 2017 5K Glow Fun Walk & Run

On Saturday, March 25th the entire world will recognize Earth Hour and at 8:30 pm that night we encourage everyone to turn off all unnecessary lights in support of our local campaign.  Earth Hour reminds us that we need to […]

‘Trusting Rain’

“Trusting Rain” is a film by Kristin Alexander that shows the beauty of Bermuda as well as the historic practice of the collection and conservation of rain water through the eyes of Bermudians.  The film premiered at the Bermuda International […]

BEST Aiming For ‘Sustainable Financial Pathway’

The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] said they are “very grateful to those residents who responded so quickly to their appeal for financial support,” as the “investments made will allow BEST to continue critical services while they work on a sustainable financial […]

Public rallies to save BEST

The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce is back from the brink after the public answered a call for support, but fundraising efforts continue. In January, the environmental organisation said that a shortfall of donations had left it unable to fully perform […]

Butterfield launches environment scholarship

Butterfield Bank is introducing a new Post-Graduate Scholarship for students studying in academic fields associated with the protection and improvement of island environments. Butterfield has operations in seven international locations, most of which are island/maritime jurisdictions. According to a press […]

BEST Bulletin – March 2017 – #24

Free ‘Grow, Eat, Save’ Gardening Workshops

As part of activities for Nutrition Month, the Department of Health is inviting the public to a free, five-session gardening workshop every Thursday evening in March. Participants will learn to grow fresh, nutritious food, which will help cut grocery bills. […]