Solomon Islands stresses the urgent need to regulate hazardous chemicals in plastics, emphasising both production and disposal in global treaty negotiations on plastic pollution
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Cook Islands joins plastic treaty proposal for chemicals of concern
The Cook Islands, along with Rwanda, joins Norway in advocating for a comprehensive approach to regulating chemicals in plastic production, urging global action to mitigate plastic pollution’s dire environmental impact
From Devastation to Determination: Villagers’ Resilience After TC Winston Inspires Hope for Future Generations
Amidst the aftermath of Cyclone Winston, Verevere youths embark on an urban journey to rebuild their coastal home, embracing environmental stewardship and resilience, while women preserve traditions and empower their communities
SPREP to provide support to Kiribati’s single-use plastic reduction priorities
SPREP conducted a workshop to help address the very visible single-use plastic waste problem in Kiribati and discussions for potential ban expansion
Pacific must continue leading the charge – The International Court decision on climate change
Climate advocates urge Pacific Island nations to maintain their leadership in combating climate change, ensuring the ICJ Advisory Opinion fulfils its potential to hold high-polluting countries accountable
$10 million project aims to reduce single-use plastics in Cook Islands
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
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