The Environment Statistics Report 2019 presents data from various sources designed to provide a sound basis for decision-making, monitoring progress towards development goals, and supporting public awareness on environmental issues. The state of the environment is important for the survival of the planet and those who live on it. However, human activities, as well as natural events affect the environment and can alter it. Statistics on the environment provide empirical data on the state of and subsequent changes in the environment and informs policy and decision-making.
The publication follows the guidelines laid out in the United Nation's Framework for the Development of Environment Statistics (FDES)1 and is organised under the themes/components of the FDES. In 2013, the FDES provided guidance on the Core Set of Environment Statistics, which was endorsed by the 44th session of the United Nations Statistical Commission. While the data presented here follow the guidelines of the FDES, they also contain statistics that are relevant to small island developing states (SIDS) which may not be included in the FDES.
STATIN is pleased to have been a part of formulating the FDES and continues its involvement in the process by participating in the Expert Group of Environment Statistics (EGES). The EGES has responsibility for preparing manuals related to the themes and topics in the FDES.
This publication will be useful to, among others, government ministries and agencies, non-governmental organisations, students and the wider public, both locally and abroad. This and previous publications may help identify changes in Jamaica’s environmental landscape.
The Environment Statistics Report 2019 is available in the Environment & Multidomain section at the following link: https://statinja.gov.jm/PubReleases.aspx
