Pacific Island leaders said they would “phase up” climate diplomacy to push for follow through on the COP26 deal to limit global warming to 1.5C.
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Solomon Islands Gold Mine of shrimps and their roles on river ecology
New species of shrimps discovered in the Solomon Islands add a record of its rich biodiversity whilst pollution from logging threatens their environment
From trash to the fashion runway, Samoa recycling, waste association tackles rubbish
SRWMA- the voice of the recycling industry, are working to tackle waste for a cleaner, greener and healthier Pacific
EU and Pacific explore low carbon reforms
EU-Pacific Green-Blue Alliance to support the battle against climate change while also creating employment opportunities
Mining operation allegedly owes millions in taxes and royalties in Solomon Islands
Asia Pacific Investment Development and its subcontractor have allegedly failed to rehabilitate land affected by bauxite mining
Workshop to delve into biodiversity data sharing and why it matters
Global Biodiversity Information Facility to help participants navigate the world of biodiversity data sharing and why it matters to the Pacific
UNCDF, WFP announce partnership to develop ‘First-of-its-kind’ climate risk insurance for social welfare recipients in high-risk areas in Fiji
WFP and UNCDF partnership to bring the first macro-micro climate risk insurance to some of the most vulnerable households in Fiji
COP26 closes with ‘compromise’ deal on climate, but it’s not enough, says UN chief
As COP26 concludes, the UN chief urges countries to accelerate climate action to keep alive the goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees
COP26 keeps 1.5C alive and finalises Paris Agreement
COP26 closes with countries agreeing on the Glasgow Climate Pact to keep 1.5C alive and finalise the outstanding elements of the Paris Agreement
Pacific negotiators outnumbered at COP26, Fiji PM not happy with UKCOP draft text
Bainimarama welcomed China and the USA announcement to work together on cutting down greenhouse gas emissions over a decade