Mnrei.gov.bz
Title
Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment & Industry
Description
In addition to the Central Administration, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Local Government and the Environment is comprised of six Departments:
The Ministry is a key agency in the public administration structure of Belize, and is responsible for the management of the country's most vital natural resources. This is achieved through activities in areas such as protected areas, wildlife, land distribution, mineral and non-mineral resources, etc.. Through the departments and their interdepartmental committees, the Ministry provides services to both private and public sectors and articulates its activities with NGOs and local communities. The Ministry's headquarters is located in Belmopan and supported by district offices (Lands and Forestry) countrywide. The Geology and Petroleum Department and the Department of the Environment are both located in Belmopan as well.
To improve the quality of life for all Belizeans through the responsible management of our renewable and non-renewable natural resources and the regulation of the environment, in order to foster the sustainable development of Belize.
