Festival marks 10th anniversary with tree-planting activity at the University of Guyana

In a bold initiative to address the escalating global climate crisis and work in partnership with others, the Rupununi Music & Arts Festival continued its tree planting programme at the University of Guyana, Turkeyen Campus, Georgetown. On February 14, exactly 10 years to the day the Festival launched its 1^st festival at Rock View in Annai, Region 9, British High Commissioner to Guyana, Jane Miller and colleagues from the University of Guyana joined forces with the Festival to celebrate the anniversary by planting a variety of fruit trees on the campus. The Festival will be working with other partners in the coming years to continue its upcycling and tree-planting programme across different Regions in Guyana.

As part of the “Arts & The Environment” program, this project aims to plant 1000 trees throughout 2024, making a significant contribution to the fight against deforestation and environmental degradation. The Rupununi Music & Arts Festival recognises the urgent need to counteract the devastating impact of deforestation, particularly in neighbouring Brazil, where vast expanses of vital rainforests are under threat.

Global Climate Crisis: The project highlights the critical role that trees play in mitigating the effects of the global climate crisis. Trees act as carbon sinks, absorbing CO2 and releasing oxygen, playing a crucial role in combating climate change.

Environmental Conservation: With the destruction of countless trees in neighbouring Brazil, this initiative underscores the importance of safeguarding the rich biodiversity and ecological balance of the Guyanese environment.

Youth Involvement: The Rupununi Music & Arts Festival encourages the active participation of young people in this project. Engaging the youth is paramount in fostering environmental stewardship and ensuring a sustainable future.

Join us in making a tangible impact on the environment and supporting Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) in fostering a sustainable future for generations to come.