Much more international aid is needed to tackle climate change in small island states, says Tuvalu’s Finance Minister
Tag: Pacific
Albacore Tuna are spawning less, and that’s worrying some south Pacific nations
Often labelled as white tuna in the U.S, Albacore has been significantly declining over the past five to 10 years in the South Pacific
Outstanding contributions to environment and conservation recognised
Environmental leaders and activists who have shown commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability were awarded the PIELA
Commonsensing Project builds Climate resilience for Small Island nations
Climate Finance specialist speaks about the use of CommonSensing data in climate change adaptation and mitigation; and its potential in accessing much-needed climate finance
Climate Finance effectiveness in the Pacific: are we on the right track?
Speakers surfaced several challenges facing the Pacific region with access to climate finance and using it most effectively at the Talanoa event.
Scientists call for moratorium on ocean mining, fearing impact on Pacific tuna fishery
Researcher says not enough is known about the impacts of seafloor mining on marine life
Strengthening the management of hazardous waste in the region
Limited access to regional hazardous waste management facilities poses imminent and ongoing risks to both human and environmental health
Sustainable financing mechanisms for waste management
Sustainable financing mechanisms intend to assist PICTs to generate the required income to effectively manage waste in the region
SPREP Members endorse key documents on conservation and the state of the Pacific environment
Conservation and the state of the Pacific environment documents were approved and endorsed by SPREP Member countries and territories
Ian Fry: What will the Pacific islands region be prioritising at the COP26 climate talks?
The former Tuvalu Ambassador for Climate Change and Environment highlights the expectations of Pacific Ministers for COP26