Local Government Minister aware of concerns, assures that works on dump relocation and a paper to address waste management issue in Fiji begins
Tag: waste management
Health Ministry Urges Relocation of Rubbish Dump: Health and Environment at Stake
As residents of Lautoka endure the toxic smoke and health hazards from the nearby Vunato rubbish dump, the Health Ministry urged for its relocation stressing the dire need to protect the community’s well-being
Vunato Dump Site: Ticking Time Bomb Threatening Health And Environment
In the shadow of the Vunato Rubbish Dump, children play amidst toxic waste while families endure the stench and health risks, illustrating the severe environmental and social challenges faced by Lautoka’s residents
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
PacWastePlus Programme Commence Implementation of activities in the Federated State of Micronesia
PacWastePlus Programme in FSM to divert organic materials away from landfill and repurpose them into materials to boost agricultural activities
Fiji and SPREP commit to integrated approaches to tackling climate change, biodiversity loss and waste management
Fiji to work with SPREP and Fijian communities to address pressing needs in waste management, climate change and marine resource, and ocean conservation in Fiji
Introducing ‘glassphalt’ roads – a smashing idea?
Samoa introduces ‘glassphalt’ roads to alleviate the pressure on landfills and Samoa’s natural resources
PacWastePlus Programme Participating Countries Commit to “Make it Happen”
PacWastePlus programme continues to work with the Pacific region to manage asbestos, e-waste, and healthcare waste and address additional five new waste streams
Development of Samoa National Used Oil Management Plan underway
A project is underway in Samoa to maintain a clean and resilient environment by improving the management of waste oil
Used oil management: How French territories are turning a problem into a solution
New Caledonia and Wallis & Futuna progress in managing used oil harmful to human health and the environment through existing legislative, technical and financial tools