At the recent PMAC Annual General Meeting in Curaçao, Green Energy Management (GEM) CEO Ethan James delivered a compelling address on the risk and resilience strategy for Caribbean ports in the year ahead. Speaking as Chair of the PMAC Risk & Resilience Working Group, James stressed that sustainability is not a stand-alone issue – it is tied directly to profitability, food security, disaster preparedness, safety, and the long-term strength of communities.
He highlighted that Caribbean ports are on the frontline of climate change and global trade shifts, making urgent, coordinated action essential. His call to action focused on three priorities:
- Strengthening regional cooperation
- Investing in clean energy solutions
- Aligning with global sustainability goals
As ports face challenges from rising sea levels, stronger storms, and evolving tariff structures, the way forward lies in building adaptive, future-ready systems. Alongside fellow working group members, James reaffirmed GEM’s commitment to supporting ports through practical innovation, data-driven strategies, and long-term resilience planning.
The imperative is clear: Caribbean ports must safeguard their communities, stay globally competitive, and lead the transition toward sustainable maritime development.
