By its very definition, the Arboretum is supporting the Trinidad and Tobago Government’s efforts aimed at reducing the country’s carbon foot print and is in keeping with the United Nations, Global Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs), and specifically, Goal 15, which is to; Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.
The Arboretum is therefore essential in assisting Trinidad and Tobago in meeting the UN’s SDG goals.
The Arboretum is being developed and promoted as a Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) for the purpose of fostering environmental conservation of indigenous flora and fauna in Trinidad and Tobago. Various species of plants, trees, flowers and horticulture will be developed/cultivated to support research, educational, environmental conservation, health and wellness and other complementing activities.
The aims of the organization is for public enjoyment and knowledge of agriculture and horticulture cultivation and collection and to secure the country’s sustainable future. This is being done by engaging, informing/educating and increasing visitors to the Arboretum.
