JET raises concerns over wetland removal permits in Falmouth conservation zones

The Jamaica Environment Trust (JET) has expressed formal concern regarding the issuance of permits for wetland removal within protected conservation zones in Falmouth.

The advocacy group argues that these ecological incursions threaten vital mangroves and biodiversity necessary for coastal resilience against climate change.

Furthermore, the organization is calling for greater transparency and more rigorous environmental impact assessments before further development is authorized in these sensitive areas.

The situation highlights an ongoing tension between urban expansion and the preservation of Jamaica’s natural heritage.