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Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Press Releases

495 Press Releases

Published on November 3, 2023 - 04:21 GMT

New Zealand Government Boosts Pacific Regional Invasive Species Management Support Services (PRISMSS) with NZD 20Million to ...

30 October 2023: The New Zealand government has moved to strengthen the Pacific's environmental resilience, by committing NZD 20.6 Million for the Pacific Regional Invasive Species Management Support Service (PRISMSS) to support the implementation of …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on November 2, 2023 - 23:32 GMT

SPREP enhances Republic of Marshall Islands’ readiness for environmental emergencies

27 October 2023, Majuro - The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) is strengthening its commitment to maritime environmental protection by actively supporting the development of a comprehensive National Oil Spill Contingency …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 31, 2023 - 04:05 GMT

Pitcairn Islands seeks to improve biodiversity and climate resilience with SPREP Invasive Species Team and PRISMSS partners

October 27, 2023: Following its landmark achievement of establishing one of the world’s largest Marine Protected Area, Pitcairn Island is once again stepping up its commitment to the environment. This time, the small island with a big vision, is focusing …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 31, 2023 - 04:04 GMT

SPREP partners with SPTO to develop single-use plastic standards and certification programme

30 October 2023, Papeete, Tahiti - In a significant move towards a more sustainable and resilient future for Pacific tourism, the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) has announced a strategic partnership with the Pacific …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 30, 2023 - 03:55 GMT

Palau calls on the new global plastics treaty to prioritise production control and incentivise alternatives

20 October 2023, Koror, Palau- Palau is reiterating its call for the new plastics treaty to focus on the full lifecycle of plastics including controlling production rather than relying solely on recycling to combat the plastic pollution crisis. The …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 27, 2023 - 03:55 GMT

New Caledonia to host the Pacific Islands Conference on Nature Conservation and Protected Areas in 2025

At the annual meeting of the Pacific Islands Roundtable for Nature Conservation (PIRT) held in Suva, Fiji, PIRT members welcomed the announcement by the Government of New Caledonia at the recent 31st SPREP Meeting in Apia that it will host the next Pacific …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 24, 2023 - 03:24 GMT

New Caledonia launches implementation of ecosystems-based adaptation to climate change project

Nouméa, New Caledonia - Coastal erosion, drying up of rivers, floods, fires, the declining health of corals and loss of biodiversity are increasingly confronting us as consequences of climate change. Faced with these challenges, ecosystem-based adaptation …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 24, 2023 - 03:22 GMT

Pacific Day 2023: Shaping Environmental Assessments and Planning for Resilient Development in the Pacific

Auckland, New Zealand – Pacific Day, hosted by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme on the margins of the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ) 2023 Conference, marked a significant milestone in fostering …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 23, 2023 - 03:11 GMT

Safeguarding Samoa's Natural Treasures: Terrestrial Biodiversity Monitoring Survey 2023 Charts a Sustainable Future

In a collaborative effort, the Division of Environment and Conservation, of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE), united with the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) to successfully conclude the initial …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 21, 2023 - 07:55 GMT

Pacific Islands urge global leaders to seize a ‘once-in-a-generation’ opportunity to halt the plastics crisis

19 October 2023, Koror, Palau- Pacific Islands nations are calling on world leaders to commit to an ambitious global plastic treaty modelled along the lines of the hugely successful Montreal Protocol which tackled the issue of ozone layer depletion. The …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 20, 2023 - 07:52 GMT

Pacific delegates urged to make their voices heard at the global plastics treaty negotiations next month

18 October 2023, Koror, Palau- Plastic pollution has infiltrated every corner of the Earth, from the depths of our oceans to the most sacred of spaces, a mother's womb. As the world grapples with the plastic crisis, international efforts are underway …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 19, 2023 - 02:55 GMT

Pacific delegates adopt the first ever amendment to the Waigani convention

The extraordinary meeting of the Conference of Parties (COP) to the Waigani Convention made history today as Parties to the Convention adopted its first-ever amendment marking a significant step toward aligning the Convention with international efforts to …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 16, 2023 - 02:56 GMT

Our Pacific Challenge: What do we need to know to conserve turtles?

03 October 2023, Apia Samoa - Sea turtles are cultural icons across the Pacific region and are embedded in the customs and traditions of Pacific communities – featuring in myths, legends, songs and traditions. Turtles are also important for tourism, …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 16, 2023 - 02:55 GMT

SPREP Delivers Guest Lecture on Environmental Assessment at the National University of Vanuatu

Port Vila, Vanuatu – 12/10/2023 In a collaborative endeavour to amplify awareness on environmental governance, staff of the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) were invited to the National University of Vanuatu to provide a …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 15, 2023 - 22:07 GMT

Samoa elevates its capabilities through drone and GIS Training

06 October 2023, Apia Samoa - Officials from various Ministries of the Samoan government have been equipped with cutting-edge skills in drone technology and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which they will be able to put to good use for environmental …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 15, 2023 - 22:06 GMT

Making mercury history, Pacific delegates gather in Palau to prepare for Minamata COP

12 October 2023, Koror, Palau - Representatives from seven Pacific Island countries, Parties to the Minamata Convention, as well as four observer countries, gathered today in Koror, Palau to prepare for the 5th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 13, 2023 - 02:50 GMT

Consultations held with Gizo Market Association Members

Members of the Gizo Market Association in Solomon Islands agreed that organic waste generated daily in the market is not waste at all but a valuable resource and are excited that an organic processing system will now help in not only keeping their market …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 6, 2023 - 07:23 GMT

National Training Assesses the Effectiveness of Management of Samoa’s Protected and Conserved Areas

20 September 2023, Apia, Samoa. A national training on evaluating Protected Area Management Effectiveness (PAME) for Samoa commenced on Tuesday, 19 September 2023. The training is delivered by the Samoa Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 4, 2023 - 02:34 GMT

Volunteers Clean-up RenLau Community in Honiara Ahead of Pacific Games

19 September, Honiara, Solomon Islands: The pristine beauty of the beaches in Solomon Islands is under threat from the staggering amount of waste that accumulates on its shores. To combat this environmental challenge, community beach clean-ups have emerged …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on October 3, 2023 - 02:39 GMT

Les pays du Pacifique approuvent le cadre d’orientations pour la gestion des espèces envahissantes

02 October 2023, Apia Samoa - Les espèces envahissantes constituent une menace pour les communautés du Pacifique, elles sont destructrices de la biodiversité endémique et de l'environnement naturel et ont des impacts socio-économiques majeurs sur les …

Distribution channels: Environment

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