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The event was led by Mr. Delmar Walcott, Councilor and Chairperson of the GCCI’s Green Economy and Tourism Committee and Mrs. Candacie Brower- Thompson, Vice- Chairperson of the Committee.

Facilitated by Dr. Pradeepa Bholanath, Climate Expert at the Ministry of Natural Resources, the session encouraged students to look beyond traditional career paths and recognize that almost every profession has a connection to the environment. From engineering and technology to medicine, accounting, tourism and other fields, students were challenged to consider how their future careers can contribute to environmental protection and climate change.

Dr. Bholanath also highlighted the realities of climate change already being experienced in Guyana, including increased temperatures, flooding and changing rainfall patterns.

Adding to the educational experience, the event featured booths from key environmental agencies, including the Guyana Forestry Commission, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Guyana Wildlife Conservation and Management Commission. The booths showcased educational materials, publications and other resources highlighting the sustainable management of Guyana’s natural resources.

The seminar brought together students and teachers from Queen’s College, The Bishops’ High School, St. Rose’s High School, St. George’s School of Sciences, St. John’s College, and Christ Church Secondary School. Participants actively engaged in group discussions and presentations exploring sustainability, green careers and ways young people can address environmental challenges in their communities.

The students also took part in an interactive “Trash to Cash” activity, where they were challenged to transform everyday waste materials into potential business ideas.