Champion of the Planet

Dear Editor,

This year marks the 10th anniversary that Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, received from the United Nation the award of ‘Champion of the Planet’ for Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
This is a very great honour that our country received a decade ago and it pairs well with our commitment to combat climate change and defend the integrity of the Guiana Shield. What Dr. Jagdeo did to preserve forestry and maintain the lungs of the planet is one of the greatest achievements of our generation.
Given the current dire situation that our planet is faced with and the severe weather patterns that are developing, it is imperative that he continues to champion the cause of defending our planet via Ecosystem Management.

His efforts to reap the benefits of our forests while maintaining their integrity should be extended to our other natural resources including gold, diamond, bauxite and oil and gas.
The UN and the leaders of the world respect and honour his commitment to fighting for us all against climate change. To achieve what was achieved in forestry across the spectrum of Guyana’s natural resources will go far to aid our planet and set a stellar example of what is possible with the commitment and dedication of the world towards fighting against climate change.

Our ‘Champion of the Planet’ is once again in a key position of leadership where he can continue to set a great example of what is possible. We all look forward to seeing him lead us in this path of conservation.
May the world remember Guyana’s commitment and dedication towards protecting our fellow world citizens against the disasters that accompany negative climate change.
The Cooperative Republicans of Guyana (CRG) stand ready to aid in achieving this goal.

Jamil Changlee
Chairman
The Cooperative Republicans of Guyana