The Wetland Taskforce met for the first time on March 6, 2025, to implement Executive Order 143 aimed at protecting Liberia’s wetlands. Chaired by Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, the meeting addressed wetland degradation issues caused by urban expansion and climate change. Immediate actions include forming a Technical Working Group and launching a public awareness campaign, with long-term strategies focusing on legal enforcement and community collaboration.
On March 6, 2025, the Wetland Taskforce convened its inaugural meeting at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) headquarters in Monrovia, Liberia. This Taskforce was established under Executive Order 143 to address the significant threats to Liberia’s beachfronts, waterways, and wetlands. Prominent attendees included EPA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, Minister of Justice N. Oswald Tweh, and other key government officials and EPA personnel.
The Wetland Taskforce’s first meeting underscored the urgent need to address wetland degradation in Liberia due to growing urban development and environmental threats. By forming a Technical Working Group and initiating public awareness campaigns, the Taskforce is taking critical steps towards safeguarding Liberia’s wetland ecosystems. Their commitment to Executive Order 143 emphasizes the importance of immediate action for environmental sustainability and public safety.
Original Source: gnnliberia.com
