On May 20, 2017 at noon, Belizeans around the country joined hands on beaches, across bridges, along sea walls and in public areas to stand in solidarity against offshore oil development in Belize’s economically important marine environment.
Every year, activists and ocean-lovers host Hands Across the Sand events around the world to “draw a line in the sand,” and say “NO” to dirty fossil fuel projects, as well as call for a shift to clean, renewable energy like offshore wind and solar power.
Every day, offshore oil accidents serve as grim reminders of just how deadly, dirty and dangerous the industry is and highlights the economic risks and environmental hazards posed by the activity to countries like Belize.
“Drill. Spill. Repeat. That is the reality of the offshore oil. Belizeans have, and continue to say, “No!” to the destruction of their livelihoods by this inherently dangerous and dirty industry. That unwavering position needs to be legislated in order to safeguard our collective future,” Janelle Chanona, Oceana Belize’s Vice President.
San Pedro Town
Punta Gorda
Tobacco Caye
San Ignacio
Hopkins
