Pacific nations unite to combat escalating crisis of plastic pollution, emphasising the dire impacts on oceans, health, environment, economy, and cultures while advocating for international treaties and collective stakeholder involvement
Tag: environment
Revolutionising agriculture in Solomon Islands: Zai Na Tina and Gwa’ufaniu Organic Farm Learning Centres launched
Two organic farms were launched in Solomon Islands to promote agroecological approaches that will implement organic practice and foster knowledge exchange among small-holder farmers for the development of sustainable agriculture
Pacific biosecurity gets boost from launch of online resources at Cook Islands gathering
SPC and PPPO launched three crucial online resources to assist in the region’s efforts to combat increases in pests and diseases and their spread that threaten biodiversity, food security, and small economies
Marine ecologist highlights urgent need to protect seagrass ecosystem for climate resilience
Marine ecologist stresses the urgent need to protect seagrass meadows for climate resilience and “blue foods”, highlighting their vital role in protecting coastal communities and providing valuable resources
‘Our Ocean Is Not A Dumping Ground’
A coral reef ecologist calls on Pacific Island leaders to challenge the science guiding a decision to discharge treated nuclear water into the Pacific Ocean
Aquaponics, a sustainable model for improving Pacific Island food security
Amid climate challenges in the Pacific Islands, French Polynesia develops innovative aquaponics systems using indigenous fish species to sustainably produce daily vegetable intake, conserving water and protecting the environment
Solomon Islands implements landmark ban on single-use Plastics
Solomon Islands implements landmark ban on single-use plastics to make the country cleaner and more sustainable, allowing a six-month grace period for existing stockpiles, with penalties starting after 1 March 2024
We need to ensure the landscape of waste management & recycling gets shaped by core fundamental principles – PRF Founder
PRF founder stressed the importance of a clean environment and responsible waste management in the Pacific while urging for sustainable practices that prioritise the well-being of the environment and local communities
Memorandum between SPREP and Birdlife enhances collaboration to protect birds and biologically important sites
SPREP and Birdlife International signed a new MOU to protect the Pacific region’s birds and vital ecosystems, highlighting efforts to reduce bycatch and restore island ecosystems