A new project to improve the climate resilience of FSM by delivering safer, more efficient and reliable road connections
Category: Micronesia
Nauru accused of rushing test for controversial seabed mining
A seabed minerals company has been accused of rushing a landmark mining test in the Pacific.
The Metals Company and ISA slammed over Environmental Impact statement
Pacific and international CSOs call the recent Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. EIS process for The Metals Company “a disingenuous, stage-managed public relations exercise.”
Micronesian scientist becomes first Pacific Islander to reach ocean’s deepest point
Nicole Yamase visited the Challenger Deep trench, which lies nearly 11km below the surface
First disbursement made by the Green Climate Fund to the Federate States of Micronesia
Green Climate Fund to enhance the resilience of vulnerable communities in FSM and help them better adapt to the effects of climate change
ADB, FSM sign $4 million grant to strengthen and secure FSM’s electricity network
ADB grant to address the challenges of climate change and disaster risk in the FSM’s energy sector
Kiribati receives aquaculture training from China while opening protected area to commercial fishing
The Chinese province of Hubei has sent experts to the Pacific island nation of Kiribati to conduct training in commercial aquaculture.
Kiribati steps up coconut pest control efforts through virtual training
Kiribati takes precautions on the fast-spreading Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Guam biotype that has infested its neighbouring Pacific Island countries and states
Commonwealth countries pilot new tool to gauge climate and ocean risks
A new approach to allow commonwealth participating countries on the frontlines of the climate crisis to assess and tackle climate vulnerability and risks in coastal communities
Marine scientists warn plans on ocean mining could be ‘pushed through’ despite ecological risks
Ocean floor could be opened up to deep sea mining from July 2023 despite warnings it could be “catastrophic” for marine life