Fiji secures US$70 million concessional loan from ADB to bolster climate resilience and sustainable growth, focusing on public financial management, private sector development, and climate and disaster resilience
Posted inOur originals / Fiji
Artivist turns trash into treasure: A fight against plastic pollution
Suzanne Turaganiwai, a marine science graduate turned “artivist,” transforms marine debris into striking art pieces to raise awareness about plastic pollution and advocates for systemic change
Posted inOur originals / Fiji
A Deep Connection to the Sea: Youth advocate calls for climate action in the Pacific
Jessie Mule Siga, a passionate advocate and WWF Pacific Volunteer calls for urgent climate action to protect the “Sea of Islands” that deeply connects and sustains Pacific Islanders
Posted inOur originals / Fiji
Transforming Fiji’s Agriculture: The journey towards sustainable farming
The Centre for Agriculture Technology Transfer officially opened in Nausori, Fiji to transform local farming practices with a focus on sustainability and reducing carbon emissions
Posted inOur originals / Our region
Rufino Varea appointed Regional Director of PICAN
Rufino Varea, a distinguished expert in marine ecotoxicology and environmental risk assessment, has been appointed as the new Regional Director of the Pacific Islands Climate Action Network (PICAN)
Posted inOur originals / Niue
Tiny Niue leads Ocean Conservation: New National Geographic documentary
Despite its small size, Niue is leading the way in ocean conservation with its ambitious marine protection initiatives, now featured in National Geographic’s documentary “Protecting Paradise: The Story of Niue.”
Posted inOur originals / Fiji
New Centre for Agriculture Technology Transfer opens in Fiji, leading in a new era of farming innovation
The Centre for Agriculture Technology Transfer (CATT), also known as the Smart Farm, opened in Nausori, Fiji to enhance sustainable agricultural practices and productivity through advanced technology and innovation
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AOSIS lead negotiator Rasmussen urges swift action and robust financing to address Climate threats
At the UN climate talks, the AOSIS Climate lead negotiator of Samoa highlighted the dire impacts of climate change on small island nations, stressing the urgent need for action to ensure their survival
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AOSIS proposes new climate finance goal to drive 1.5°c ambition
AOSIS has proposed the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance (NCQG) to boost financial support for limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius and aiding vulnerable nations
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Pacific Ocean Commissioner calls for global ocean literacy on World Ocean Day
On World Ocean Day, Pacific Ocean Commissioner Dr Manoni called for a deeper connection and respect for the ocean, stressing the importance of ocean literacy for future generations