Procurement & Infrastructure: Grenada’s DPM says government road projects using a “design, build and finance” model “completely ignored” the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, arguing competitive bidding and public cost/financing details were sidelined. Cost of Living Relief: The Ministry of Finance published a preliminary list of businesses eligible for Grenada’s first VAT-Free Weekend (Aug 28–29) under an EC$18m relief package; businesses not on the list can appeal to the Inland Revenue Division by Aug 19. Utilities & Energy Education: PURC wrapped its 2026 Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students across 40 schools with lessons on renewable energy, efficiency, and water/electricity conservation. Trade in Services Data: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC concluded an evidence-based trade-in-services initiative, using UNCTAD’s TiSSTAT to close services data gaps and help member states plan export strategies. Carriacou Museum Rebuild: The Carriacou Museum board is seeking funding for a rebuild costing over EC$1m, aiming for a climate-resilient, tech-savvy museum after Hurricane Beryl. Digital & AI for Land Use: Grenada called for inclusive, capacity-building safeguards for digitalisation and AI to support land restoration and drought resilience. Petroleum Prices: Grenada’s retail prices hold steady for gasoline and diesel, while kerosene rises and LPG (100-lb) increases.