Latest update September 21st, 2026 2:51 PM
May 22, 2022 News
As Int’l Day for Biological Diversity is observed…
Kaieteur News – Today, Sunday, May 22nd, 2022, global attention will be focused on biodiversity issues as International Day for Biological Diversity is observed. This observance is done annually to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.
This year’s theme, ‘Building a Shared Future for All Life,’ was chosen to build momentum and support for a strong global biodiversity framework that will ‘bend the curve’ on biodiversity loss. Guyana is located in two of the world’s most biodiversity-rich zones – The Amazon Region and the Guiana Shield. The country’s ecosystems are largely intact and Guyana has one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the world with more than 900 species of birds, 625 known fresh water fish species, 250 mammals, 250 amphibians, 210 reptiles, and 8000 plants.
Environmental Management Consultants Inc. (EMC), as an environmental service provider and promoter of green growth, in a release noted that it works to support efforts to protect and sustain this rich biodiversity.
“Guyana’s biodiversity is integral to its people and economy. Leveraging is key to addressing many of the country’s sustainable development aspirations and building a shared future for all life,” says Shyam Nokta, EMC’s Managing Director.
“EMC supports our clients to integrate the highest environmental standards and procedures, including biodiversity protection and management in their activities. We conduct biodiversity assessments and resource mapping exercises across Guyana’s coast and hinterland which helps to build knowledge and awareness of Guyana’s rich biodiversity,” he said.
Additionally, Nokta said, “We continue to work with partners to support initiatives aimed at raising awareness and promoting a better understanding and appreciation of biodiversity.” EMC, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, is supporting the Saxacalli Rainforest Centre and Mahaica River Birding Tours initiatives to continue exploring, documenting, and protecting Guyana’s rich biodiversity and ecosystems.
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Sep 21, 2026
IMC Over-40s Cricket World Cup Guyana 2026 (Kaieteur Sports) The Cricket West Indies Masters Association (CWIMA) welcomes The New Doctor’s Clinic as a Bronze Sponsor of the IMC Over-40s Cricket...Sep 21, 2026
(Kaieteur News) There are governments that take a year to get started, governments that take a year to find their feet, and then there is the second Irfaan Ali administration, which seems to have been in office for approximately three years, seven months and a long weekend, even though it has been...Sep 20, 2026
By Sir Ronald Sanders (Kaieteur News) – Crime in Latin America and the Caribbean is no longer only a matter for the police. It is weakening societies, draining economies and obstructing development. It is also testing public confidence in courts, governments and democratic institutions. The...Sep 21, 2026
Kaieteur News – For now, all I have is a handful of questions. I think they have bearing, particularly when the temperature of the local environment is taken. Where did this “visa review” development originate from: official Guyana or the U.S? It has to be one of the two places,...Freedom of speech is our core value at Kaieteur News. If the letter/e-mail you sent was not published, and you believe that its contents were not libellous, let us know, please contact us by phone or email.
Feel free to send us your comments and/or criticisms.
Contact: 624-6456; 225-8452; 225-8458; 225-8463; 225-8465; 225-8473 or 225-8491.
Or by Email: glennlall2000@gmail.com / kaieteurnews@yahoo.com