Dr. Vincent Adams, an environmentalist and former leader of the Environment Protection Agency, has reiterated concerns over Guyana’s lack of a comprehensive contingency plan for oil spills. Following a recent oil spill incident in neighboring Trinidad & Tobago, his remarks are timely, underscoring the urgency for Guyana to establish robust measures to mitigate potential environmental disasters. In her report, Dacia Richards provides an in-depth look at Dr. Adams’ perspectives and the broader implications for Guyana’s environmental preparedness.