![IN THE ATMOSPHERE [13TH JANUARY 2026] - As young people in Saint Lucia pursue independence and economic stability, vehicle ownership is increasingly seen as a key milestone—but growing concerns about traffic congestion, environmental impact, and limited road space are prompting many to rethink that choice. Youth climate advocates, including Caribbean Youth Environment Network, say the debate now centres on whether the island’s infrastructure and environment can sustainably support rising car ownership, or whether alternative transport solutions must take priority.](https://www.replay.gp/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
YOUTH CLIMATE ADVOCATES URGE SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT AMID TRAFFIC CONGESTION CONCERNS
IN THE ATMOSPHERE [13TH JANUARY 2026] – As young people in Saint Lucia pursue independence and economic stability, vehicle ownership is increasingly seen as a key milestone—but growing concerns about traffic congestion, environmental impact, and limited road space are prompting many to rethink that choice. Youth climate advocates, including Caribbean Youth Environment Network, say the debate now centres on whether the island’s infrastructure and environment can sustainably support rising car ownership, or whether alternative transport solutions must take priority.
