Coalition Nations: Dominican Republic

 

Initiatives:

1. Environmental Sustainability (docs>>)

2. Reducing Carbon Emissions (docs>>)

3. Sustainable Forestry (N/A)

 

Country Overview:

The Dominican Republic is a country located on the eastern two-thirds of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, bordering Haiti.  The country has three major mountain ranges: The Central Mountains, which originate in Haiti and span the central part of the island, ending up in the south. This mountain range boasts the highest peak in the Antilles, Pico Duarte (3 175 m above sea level). As a small island nation, the Dominican Republic is particularly vulnerable to damage from sea level rise associated with climate change. (More Country Info>>)

Forest Cover: 1,171,000 hectares

Tropical Forest Cover Rank: 62

 

National Focal Points:

Minister: Hon. Dr. Max Puig, Minister for Environment & Natural Resources

Ambassador: S.E. Luis Lithgow, Ambassador & Permanent Representative to the United Nations.

Department: Not yet finalized.

 

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