A new project in the Cook Islands aims to curb plastic pollution by targeting single-use plastics in the food and beverage sector, amid concerns over landfill capacity and environmental impact
Tag: environment
Study reveals neighbours are factors to scaling Indigenous-led conservation
Research in Fiji shows that support from environmental organisations, local committees, and trust-building efforts are crucial in expanding Indigenous-led conservation, showing valuable insights for global conservation efforts amidst climate and biodiversity crises
Pacific preparations for INC-4 provides common understanding on key issues ahead of Ottawa
Pacific countries move closer to finalising preparations for INC-4 on plastic pollution after successful regional workshop in New Zealand, aiming for unified Pacific voice
Pacific Leaders support for High Ambition Coalition to End Plastic Pollution
Pacific Leaders at the 52nd PIF Meeting urged members to join the High Ambition Coalition to End Plastic Pollution and supported ongoing treaty negotiations, with Solomon Islands joining to amplify Pacific voices in combating plastic pollution
Satellites unveil the size and nature of the world’s coral reefs
University of Queensland-led research reveals an expanded global coral reef area, aiding conservation efforts through detailed satellite mapping
Empowering Pacific negotiators in plastics treaty negotiations
Pacific negotiators gather to strengthen their voices for INC-4 session on plastic pollution, emphasising the importance of amplifying their collective voice on the global stage
The Cook Islands, on the cusp of making conservation history for the Pacific Islands region
Cook Islands is applying for the Takitumu Conservation Area to be recognised as an ‘Other Effective area-based Conservation Measure’ marking an important step in Pacific Islands conservation efforts
New Seabird Species Found in Upolu, Samoa
Samoa’s native biodiversity has significantly increased with the confirmation of three new seabird species sighted on Upolu, indicating potential breeding grounds and prompting collaborative efforts for conservation
Pacific countries go back to the drawing board ahead of next round of plastics treaty negotiations
Pacific countries convene to strategise for upcoming plastic pollution negotiations following significant progress at INC-3, focusing on managing upstream waste to safeguard their people and environment
Local and International scientists embark on ambitious study of Palau’s underwater ecosystem
Local and International scientist to explore and gather scientific data on Palau’s diverse underwater ecosystem, employing methods like deep sea cameras and environmental DNA