The G-CREWS Project, in partnership with the National Water and Sewerage Authority (NAWASA), has been making steady progress on critical infrastructure works designed to strengthen Grenada’s climate resilience in the water sector. Currently, the construction of the remaining four out of eight new storage tanks together with the installation of several hundred kilometres of pipelines are underway. These works will enhance NAWASA’s overall water storage and supply capacity during times of droughts, hurricanes, and other climate-related challenges. 

These pipelines, once completed, will enhance NAWASA’s ability to transport potable water efficiently into homes, ensuring safer and more reliable access for residents across the island. 

Alongside the physical works, the project has safety as a high priority. An Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) ensures that all activities are carried out safely and responsibly. The ESMP is rooted in the principle of “do no harm,” focusing on minimizing negative impacts while protecting the environment, biodiversity, and local communities. 

A key part of the ESMP is community engagement. Over the past months, teams from G-CREWS and NAWASA have been out in the field, meeting residents face-to-face to provide updates and answer questions about ongoing works. 

Some of the areas recently engaged include: 

• Diamond street to Queens Street and Bonair road in St. Mark – where pipelines were laid and a new 360,000 imperial gallons storage tank was constructed.  

• Mirabeau to Tivoli in St. Andrew – where pipelines were laid to connect to a new 500,000 imperial gallons storage tank. 

• Hermitage to Peggys Whim in St. Patrick where a 500,000 imperial gallons storage tank is constructed at Peggys Whim. 

• Morne Rouge to Frequent and the Limes Road in St. George where a 500,000 imperial gallons tank was constructed  

• Hills Have Eyes to Tempe, and Chantilly to Mt. Gay in St. George – communities set to benefit from the 300,000 imperial gallons storage tank in Chantilly. 

• Carriacou – from Belair to Mt. Royal, Dover Forest Reserve, and Sea View, where two 100,000 imperial gallons storage tanks are being constructed to serve the sister isle. 

During these community visits, the teams distributed the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) brochures. The GRM is a formal process that allows residents to raise concerns linked to the project. Whether it’s dust, noise, or safety issues like slips and falls, the GRM ensures that complaints are documented and addressed, with oversight from the Permanent Secretary responsible for Infrastructure and Public Utilities. Interested in learning more about our GRM, read here: https://climateresilience.gov.gd/docs/grievance-mechanism-climate-resilient-water-sector-in-grenada-g-crews/  

At its heart, the G-CREWS project is not just about infrastructure, it’s about building climate resilience through all aspects. By engaging directly with communities, keeping them informed, and providing avenues for dialogue, the project aims to build trust while also strengthening Grenada’s water security for generations to come.