Government has launched a full maritime investigation into the vessel which is spilling oil.
“There has not been any mitigation or immediate action to clear the contamination which could poison our primary source of food and animals,” Ratu Meli said.
She accused him of switching parties for personal gain and urged him to focus on his job as Minister for Climate Change instead of engaging in "political gossip."
"We've been warned of heavy rainfall, and I hope that the areas already affected by Cyclone Rae will be spared."
For February to April, there would be very wet conditions of the above areas and Northern Division, Rakiraki, Ba, Coral Coast, and Lau.
“I have asked MSAF to carry out assessment of all jetties including Nabouwalu because we are looking to use solar power,” Mr Tuisawau said.
“We are still going to encourage strengthening our diplomatic relationship with United States,” Mr Bulitavu said.
“When sea water floods the road, children are either stranded in their homes or forced to wait for the water to recede so that vehicles that transport them to school can access the road,” she said.
“The reclamation of land to construct a proper wall of defence has begun to protect the village,” Ms Tora said.
“This is one of the issues that women in Vuda are concern about. We asking for some sort of sea defence like in Wailoaloa and Newtown Beach,” Ms Moceituba said.
The PALM meeting allows Japan and Pacific leaders to engage in important discussions surrounding climate change, development aid and strategic security for the region.
In line with Government’s environmental policies, this project supports broader efforts to reduce plastic usage, enhance recycling programmes, and improve overall waste management infrastructure.
“Having spent three days searching for polar bears through thick fog, the expedition vessel I was on decided to change course,” Sarikhani said.
Sounds like a huge relief until it’s made aware that HFCs can be held responsible for global warming.
The vessel, Lomaiviti Princess 9 hit the reef as it arrived at the Lomaloma jetty yesterday.
I have travelled a long distance from home to be here to share my story and be a voice of my island communities on the great danger and challenges we face because of climate change.
While the adoption of a loss and damage fund is commended, it is just a band-aid solution unless we phase off all fossil fuel projects to stay with the 1.5-Degrees
To assist Fiji in its fight against climate change, China has come forth with a number of proposals.
“I tried my very best to rescue the child first; I could see oil spilling beneath the car, which was dangerous and could ignite a fire,” he said.
A Strong Wind warning remains in force for the rest of Fiji group. Tropical Disturbance TD02F lies slow moving to the east of Solomon Islands and is likely to intensify into a tropical cyclone by later Monday or early Tuesday.
“Education is a powerful tool in today’s world. It can be used to change the world, invent new technology, help in the fight against climate change, and assist other people in their growth. It is the foundation upon which we build our lives and the bridge to a brighter, more meaningful existence, where we see our dreams turn into reality.”
When FijiSun visited the site, people had stopped over to see the alleged underground oil which was cordoned off by Police.
The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme is funding the school solar project.
The coalition believes that despite this nuclear waste dumping being deemed safe by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the magnitude of the threat was massive to humans, marine life, and the livelihood of millions of Asia and Pacific people who depended so much on our ocean resources and with consequences for the global food system.
“Globally, June 2023 was the warmest June since directly measured instrumental records began in 1850, breaking the record previously set in June 2022,” according to a study published recently by Berkeley Earth, a California-based research organization for climate science.
Thorough investigation to determine source of Nasese oil spill
“We know climate change will be one of the most significant challenges of our lifetime and the need to work together to mitigate its effects will only increase in the coming years,” Mr Little said.
“We are grateful for your collaboration and your commitment to these important goals. Together, we can make a positive impact on our environment and contribute to a more sustainable future,” she said.
In Suva, the British High Commission, the Ministry of Forestry and the Ministry of Youth and Sports, mark the day by planting trees at the Colo-i-Suva Forest Park. King Charles III has been a longstanding advocate for forestry and environmental issues, particularly action on climate change, the British High Commission said.
Communities with close-knit bond remain integral in the fight against the effects of climate change through climate resilient projects. This was evident from the commissioning of the government assisted nature-based
“The energy and strength that takes to rebuild homes and lives again and the visit to Fiji is an eye opener to the challenges people face in this region,” she said.
Denarau Corporation Limited has been issued a prohibition notice for breaching the Environment Management Act 2005 and the Environment Management (Waste Disposal and Recycling) Regulations 2007.
Fiji National University (FNU) has partnered with Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited and Pacific Recycling Foundation to introduce the I-Recycle Hub, a recycling initiative that will complement FNU’s existing sustainability programmes.
“Sea level rise affects us in many ways, but this conference is looking at the legal implications of sea level rise,” Mr Kofe said.
There is a growing interest in electric cars in Fiji.
“We are the first country in the Pacific to have the recycling hub in a strategic location and this is something to take advantage of,” Mr Gavoka said.
Auckland: The insurance industry is expecting the upper North Island floods to cost it more than NZ$1 billion (FJ$1.37b).
Due to the expected severe weather brought on by Cyclone Gabrielle, Fiji Airways, Fiji’s National Carrier would like to inform you of changes to our flights scheduled for tomorrow.
The quality and quantity of Pacific Island climate data has been getting worse in recent decades according to a new report on climate change.
“We have already informed the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF), we have informed the Department of Environment, we have informed the Water Police,” Mr Piyasena said.
Coastal erosion, sea level rise and sea inundation are all key displacement factors of climate change.
Storm surge is the largest and highest risk causing disaster displacements in Fiji, the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre has said. Between 2010 and 2021, a total of 190,524 disaster displacements had taken place around the country.
This college will also champion the fight against climate change which Fiji is facing as a small island country and will bring communities much closer to energy independence and sustainability.
“China will continue to deepen cooperation in the perspective of countries in addressing climate change and other challenges and provide support and assistance to the Pacific Island countries to the best of China’s capacity,” he said.
“The Pacific relies on fossil fuels to drive our energy systems and to turn on our lives; 80 per cent of the energy generated in our region is fuelled by petroleum."
Between June 14 and June 16, those living along Fiji’s coast experienced a phenomenon that undoubtedly many had not seen in their lifetime.
More than 20 houses by the shoreline were hugely impacted by the intrusion of sea water into the village.
Adaptation – finding ways to cope with the impacts of climate change – will be one of the key priorities at the global climate summit – COP26 in Glasgow at
Across Fiji, more and more communities are taking ownership of their own future sustainability. On Vanuabalavu, the third largest island in the Lau archipelago, the impacts of sea inundation and
MV Reef Endeavour is now berthed at the Princess Wharf to provide the same duty of care and support to Ministry of Health & Medical Services - Fiji
Prime Minister Bainimarama said the strength of the Blue Pacific is in the collective efforts and aspirations to progressively rebuild and recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change.
Private-public partnerships such as this helps the Ministry of Health as it provides a critical service to the whole of Fiji and moving to clean energy is necessary as we face the brunt of climate change
Deo Raj never dreamt that he would live to see and experience the wrath of a category five cyclone. When the storm hit Vanua Levu, Mr Raj said it was
A number of Fiji Airways and Fiji Link flights will be impacted due to projected adverse weather conditions associated with Severe Tropical Cyclone (TC) Yasa in the region. A number of domestic Fiji
The Fiji Bus Operators Association (FBOA) would like to advise that with the impending cyclone and deteriorating weather conditions, the travelling public should expect disruptions to bus services across the
Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro said the four from Kauvula, Lekutu, Bua, were travelling back to the Nabouwalu Jetty when the mother allegedly lost control of the vehicle causing it to veer off the road and tumbled several times.
The impact of waste and pollution on Pacific countries is taking its toll on the health of communities, degrading natural ecosystems, threatening food security, impeding resilience to climate change and adversely impacting on social and economic development.
Speaking at this virtual High Level Meeting, PM Bainimarama spoke on the current regional and national efforts to address the devastating impacts of climate change faced by the region.
I wonder if Nasinu Town was put on lockdown, could it survive on its own? Could Suva survive without Nasinu? - Mere Naulumatua, Fiji Planners Association president
“I was humbled when my friend Arnold @Schwarzenegger honoured me with the first-ever R20 Global Climate Warrior Award. It’s (finally) arrived in Suva!
Minister for Agriculture, Waterways and Environment Mahendra Reddy commissioned the works at the Nakauvadra River in Rakiraki.
Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) has over 10,000km of overhead power lines, of which around 8,000km are on the island of Viti Levu. On Wednesday 8th April 2020, Tropical Cyclone Harold
Twenty-eight homes at Yaroi Village in Matuku, Lau, were badly damaged as a result of Tropical Cyclone Harold.
The documentary will focus on her journey as a young activist and will be released at the end of March this year.
We have always been on the forefront of devastation when there is torrential flooding, says Tui Naloto
“Logging has decreased in our native forests, which is the direction we wanted to set in the first place anyway. The reason we extended the plantations is because climate change is a global issue so we are trying to while satisfy the national economic targets,” Ms Lal said.
In Australia, you have defied all expectations; let us take the same underdog attitude that inspired your parliamentary victory to the global fight against climate change.
Mr Bainimarama said what set this CAPP event apart from years prior was the collective recognition that the deadly impacts of climate change had intensified into a full-blown crisis, the likes of which humanity had never before seen.
The workshop, which is co-hosted by the Because the Ocean Initiative group and the Pacific Community with the support of the Government of Fiji, will end this evening.
Totoya District representative Josateki Temo said that the solar power project which had brightened up the four villages had greatly benefited the villagers.
The leadership role follows Fiji’s successful presidency of COP23 of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
The projects within the Pacific region support climate change mitigation, renewable energy and efforts towards conservation and the management of natural resources.
Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said three villages in Fiji have been moved to different locations because of climate change.
“By investing in forestry education at all levels, Fiji can help ensure there are scientists, policy makers, foresters and local communities working to halt deforestation and restore degraded landscapes.
Due to impending adverse weather conditions associated with Tropical Cyclone Mona in the region, a number of Fiji Airways and Fiji Link flights have been cancelled in the interest of
Due to impending adverse weather conditions associated with Tropical Cyclone Mona, the following Fiji Airways and Fiji Link flights for Saturday January 5 have been cancelled in the interest of
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has told COP24 that Fiji’s commitment to climate action is total and absolute. “It is at the core of our national policies and our medium and
A farmer has recalled his horror at being attacked by a shark. Timoci Ratusaki who is in his mid-30’s, was attacked by a shark at the Bai-ni-vualiku reef (Great Sea
The Fijian Government intends to introduce electric cars on our roads within the next 15 to 20 years as part of its National Action Plan. The focus especially is to
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama told the Global Climate Action Summit just what the ocean meant for a country like ours. “For Fijians, and for all the people who live in
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama’s presidency of COP23 is nearing an end, but he is keeping up the climate change fight. Mr Bainimarama spoke of this yesterday following his return from
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama at the opening ceremony of the Additional COP23 Negotiating Session in Bangkok, Thailand on Tuesday said – “Governments are unprepared for a crucial climate change meeting
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama says there is momentum in the Pacific to confront the climate change threat. He made the comment while closing the Climate Action Pacific Partnership (CAPP) Conference
In terms of vulnerabilities to climate change, Naomi Navoce says persons with disabilities are the most vulnerable in terms of its impacts. “Mortality rates of persons with disabilities in times
Pacific regional leaders attending the two-day conference on Climate Action Pacific Partnership Conference at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva were accorded traditional ceremonies of welcome last night. Prime Minister
Officers and sailors of the Fijian Navy involved in the grounding of the RFNS Kiro at Cakauyawa Reef in July 2016 will face the Court Martial tomorrow at the Queen
The New Zealand Government has given an additional funding of NZ$2.5 million (FJ$3.63 million) to Fiji’s COP 23 Presidency. The funding memorandum was signed by Acting Prime Minister and Attorney
Ba Town came alive as students from various schools in the Western Division took to the streets chanting ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’ while diplaying their placards. The message was clear. The
In a bid to further complement awareness and information sharing, the Ministry of Energy has developed the online Renewable Energy Central Information Forum. The Ministry is working with the support
Mary Bainimarama, the wife of Fijian Prime Minister Voreqe, has used the Fukushima tsunami of 2011 to call for global action and policy on ocean conservation. Speaking at the
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama left the country yesterday for Bonn, Germany, for the United Nations Climate Change Conference. Minister for Industry and Trade, Tourism and Land and Mineral Resources Faiyaz
Climate Change champion Inia Seruiratu is now also Ocean champion. The extra title came as Fiji committed itself to the Commonwealth Blue Charter on Ocean Governance. The Minister of Agriculture,
The chairman of the London Stock Exchange Group, Donald Bryndon, has congratulated the President of COP23 and Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama, on his landmark international green bond listing. Fiji, he
The existential threat posed by climate change and the adoption of the Commonwealth Blue Charter on ocean governance has topped discussions among ministers and senior officials from the 53
Abnormal occurrences are happening with Fiji’s marine life – specifically on the disturbance of sea bottom and coral reefs. Minister for Fisheries Semi Koroilavesau said the disturbance is creating poisons.
Expect the prices of vegetables to increase after a shortage of supply in the aftermath of flooding brought by Tropical Cyclone Keni. That was the verdict by farmers and market
The National Disaster Management Office is advising all Fijians to expect storm surges as Category 3 Severe Tropical Cyclone Keni continues to move southeasterly within Fiji waters. Storm surges can cause significant flooding
The Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) will be making its first $1000 payout to people affected by the recent floods by Tropical Cyclone Josie within the Western Division today. This
Power and water services across the West of Viti Levu were hit by Tropical Cyclone Josie and the winds and flooding it brought. Here’s updates from the Fiji Electricity Authority
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama met the Indian Minister for Railways and Coal Piyush Goyal on the margins of the Solar Alliance Founding Conference in New Delhi, India. The meeting was
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama will be meeting British Prime Minister Theresa May and prominent Commonwealth climate campaigner, the Prince of Wales, Prince Charles. The meetings will held on the sidelines
We should accept the new norm, we should adapt and adopt and make the necessary changes. These was emphasised by Fiji’s climate change champion and Minister for Agriculture, Rural and
There is high chance of flash flooding and flooding of low-lying areas with the forecasted rainy conditions to continue. The Fiji Meterological Service in its weather update stated that an
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has declared an outbreak of dengue fever in Nadi and Ba. Since the beginning of 2018 there have been 312 confirmed cases of
Fiji’s little darlings, 12-year-old Timoci Naulusala and 11-year-old Shalvi Shakshi, dazzled the gathering at the 4th ABU Media Summit on Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction, at Sheraton Fiji Resort
Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said that there needs to be more specialised journalists in the area of climate change and disaster management. He adds that there are two issues that have
Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Nadi, Ba, Lautoka, Rakiraki, Tavua and Sigatoka yesterday. A situation report by the Fiji Roads Authority said at 4pm yesterday that eight roads were
Fijians should prepare for hazardous weather soon, says a Government weather warning that also forecasts torrential rain and flash flooding. The risk that the extreme weather could turn into a
Prime Minister and COP23 President Voreqe Bainimarama has urged all Fijians to protect the coral reefs for the future generations. While speaking at the global launch of the International Year
The Government on Tuesday approved the nomination of a significant part of the Great Sea Reef or Cakaulevu Reef as a Ramsar Site under the Convention on Wetlands. The Convention
Heavy rain which battered the Western Division on Sunday will ease with the weather office downgrading the flood warning. The Director of Meteorology Ravind Kumar said the alert was that
Reports of flash flooding is being received in certain parts of the Western Division. As the officers are deployed to assess the areas the Divisional Police Commander West SSP
Flash flooding in parts of Fiji were evident yesterday but the weather is expected to improve. In Nadi, the heavy downpour continued well into the day. Some shop fronts filled
There is an urgent need to pool private and public finance towards addressing climate change as there is no Planet B. COP23 President and Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama while speaking
After blowing away the crowd in Bonn, Germany with a power-packed climate change speech to world leaders during the COP23 negotiations, young Timoci Naulusala is jetting off to France today.
Fiji’s leadership on COP23 was commended by the British Government at a meeting between Prime Minister and COP23 President Voreqe Bainimarama, and the United Kingdom Minister of State for Climate
Eleven-year-old budding climate activist Dipika Narayan of Nakaikogo Sanatan Dharam School in Nausori has a message for her fellow Fijians. She says: “Climate change will be detrimental for all
Prime Minister and COP23 president Voreqe Bainimarama says Fiji had delivered successfully at the climate change conference in Bonn, Germany. He made the remarks at the traditional welcome ceremony in
Government Ministers were thrilled to be part of the COP23 traditional Fijian ceremony of vakasenuqanuqa (iTaukei ceremony performed after the completion of a task) at the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs
Climate change was on the lips of many Wainadoi and Nabukavesi residents yesterday as they cleaned up after floodwaters receded. They blamed it for the frequent rain and floods making
Attorney-General and Minister for Economy Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum says everyone in Fiji should be proud of Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama’s COP23 work and achievements. Mr Bainimarama is president of COP23 and
The smiles on the faces of the Fijian delegation said it all as Fiji wrapped up COP23 meet in Bonn, Germany yesterday. Negotiations went on through the entire night with
Climate change is an issue of justice, of loss of sovereignty so says the Pacific Islands Association of Non-Government Organisations (PIANGO). “The high carbon-emitting countries must be held responsible for
Broderick Mervyn was part of the Fiji-German Youth Exchange Programme to attend the 13th Conference of Youths (COY13) and the 23rd Session of the Conference of Parties (COP23) from 31st
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama says it is fitting that they have a high level event in Bonn, Germany integrating human rights in climate action. “It reminds us that our work
Fiji has joined the Powering Past Coal Alliance, a global partnership to accelerate clean growth and climate protection through the rapid phase-out of traditional coal power. The Alliance, founded by
Prime Minister and COP23 President Voreqe Bainimarama says for too long, our global conversation about climate action – especially when it comes to finance and technology – has assumed that
Sensational Timoci Naulusala captured the hearts of world leaders and made Fijians proud when he gave a powerful speech during COP23 in Bonn, Germany. The confident 12-year-old student from Naivicula,
In Fiji I took part in the oratory contest and the topic was on climate change. My schoolteacher told me about the competition, and that the winner would be going
Business leaders from larger economies can play a crucial role in addressing the impacts of climate change and provide support towards adaptation and mitigation measures in reducing carbon emissions, says
Fiji has become one of the newest members of the International Alliance to Combat Ocean Acidification on Monday. The Ocean Alliance (OA) Alliance, founded by the West Coast states of
By 2050, Fiji’s annual losses due to extreme weather events could reach 6.5 per cent of GDP because of the impact of climate change, with more than 32,000 people pushed
Assistant Minister for Local Government, Housing and Environment Lorna Eden says all ministries and all levels of government must work together to combat climate change. Speaking at the launch of
Bula vinaka and a very good morning to you all, I’m delighted as COP23 president to be joining you at your event, which – in essence- is to celebrate the
Governor of California Jerry Brown led the American Pledge to stand with the world in the fight against climate change at the American Pavilion in Bonn Zone. He stood side
By 2050, Fiji’s annual losses due to extreme weather events could reach 6.5 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This is because of the impact of climate change, with
Every year $52 million worth of damages are sustained in the agricultural sector through salt water intrusion from coastal flooding. This is about four per cent of Fiji’s Gross Domestic
The star of COP23 on Thursday was 10-year-old Shalvi Sakshi, Year Five student of Nasarawaqa Primary School in Bua. She won hearts and commendation during her first official COP23 event
Penina Moce, 56, from Kabara in Lau has spoken out on climate change in Bonn, Germany. As a witness of its impact she said we should all take climate change
Linking the impacts of climate change to indigenous communities around the world dominated the “Indigenous People’s Day” event at the COP23 “Bonn Zone” in Bonn, Germany. Fiji’s Ambassador to the
By 2030, Fiji plans to reduce its carbon emissions by 30 per cent. To achieve this goal, Attorney-General and Minister responsible for Climate Change Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum launched Fiji’s Nationally Determined
Prime Minister and COP23 president Voreqe Bainimarama held bilateral talks with the German Environment Minister Barbara Hendricks yesterday. Ms Hendricks thanked Mr Bainimarama for the traditional ceremony of welcome accorded
A Talanoa space has been launched at the Bonn Zone, which has been labelled as a symbol of the great partnership and friendship that has developed between Fiji and Germany by
Minister for Local Government, Housing, Environment, Infrastructure and Transport Parveen Bala said all municipalities have plans to mitigate climate change. While officiating at an opening of the Punjas Bad Boys’
Seventeen-year-old Ro Kevueli Tavainavesi of England yesterday cycled in from Brussels to Bonn, Germany a journey of around 200 kilometres to raise awareness about climate change. The student who cycled
Today, climate change is at the top of the political agenda, with Pacific leaders calling it an “existential issue.”
The Unity Fiji leader criticise both the Minister for Finance and Minister for Climate Change for their "personal" responses that "did not address the issues".
“Science was one of the hardest subjects to teach without textbooks, but now with smart TV and internet access, students can visualise what they’re learning,” she said.
“The inspection team did not find evidence to suggest the pollutant was derived from a source in this coastal land area,” the statement said.
Mr Bulitavu said they launched the National Anti-Litter Campaign two weeks ago; this is aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable practices.
On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump signed a series of measures to remove the United States from the Paris Agreement as part of 200 executive orders.
Reverend Bhagwan said that as families celebrate Christmas, to remember those children whose lives are affected by climate change, political crises, and many other social issues.
“Our partnership has been a cornerstone of Fiji’s efforts to mitigate the impact of natural hazards and adapt to the challenges posed by climate change,” he said.
"Our recycling programmes are not equipped to handle hazardous materials, and the presence of such items in the recycling stream poses serious risks, including potential injuries and
“Our land is being washed away by the sea. Climate change is a threat we face every day,” Ms Finau said.
It is anticipated that the road upgrade would stimulate development of tourism, renewable energy projects, including hydro power facilities and the transport and movement of people including through the planned Nabouwalu township which is the main transport link to Viti Levu.
For small island countries in the Pacific, more specifically for Fiji, grassroots level communities are usually the ones pioneering innovative climate-friendly adaptation.
“I am committed to being here. We have to make this work if we want to make all schools in Fiji a recycling school, let’s do it.”
“Due to the effects of climate change and heat temperatures, we have noticed that water has become unsafe,” Dr Turaga said.
She is at COP28 in Dubai this year with one message – to phase out fossil fuels for the betterment of the future generation.
Why do we have to settle for a process that is rigged against us, where the perpetrators of the climate crisis are allowed to help write the rules?
“Our primary focus is on advocating for stronger mitigation action, fostering resilience, adopting effective climate risk management strategies, and securing a sustainable future for all.”
“Fiji, in its good-faith participation, seeks understanding and support from its IPEF partners during these trying times,” Mr Kamikamica said.
Special Weather Bulletin Number 07 ISSUED FROM RSMC NADI at 7:58pm on Monday the 13th of November 2023. FORECAST POSITION: Based on the intensity forecast, the system is expected to be elevated to category 2 in the next 12 to 18rs during its passage. CAUTION: Damaging winds and cyclone impacts could begin several hours prior to the cyclone center passes over or nearby. Thus, secure your homes and properties and know your evacuation centers.
People of Namuavoivoi, Lekutu, Bua, are investing in natural resource management through climate smart agriculture, which addresses the interlinked challenge of food security and climate change.
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) will receive oil spill prevention equipment worth approximately FJ$1.6million.
Jese Saukuru, the minister for youth and sports, emphasised the significance of preparing the next generation to face rising natural catastrophes and difficulties associated with climate change.
He said the new embassy would boost opportunities to expand cooperation in crucial areas of development such as the economy; trade and investment; climate change; science and engineering.
Attorney-General Siromi Turaga addressed the shortcomings of the Climate Change Act of 2021, stating that it lacked effectiveness and was without teeth as a piece of legislation.
“According to the information received, the leaked chemical resulted from a ruptured drum from the company site, which ultimately found its way into the river,” the statement said.
He said Part Eight of the Climate Change Act was devoted to research, data collection, reporting, and monitoring.
“Mangroves are more than just a local resource – they're like nature's own carbon storage units, pulling harmful carbon-dioxide gas out of our atmosphere. When we protect and restore these forests, we're helping to fight against global climate change,” said Sharma.
As Minister for Climate Change and Environment, Mr Rabuka said to establish this status; it was up to the islanders on how best they could implement organic means of farming.
PRF founder, Amitesh Deo, recommended that the government commission a study on specific areas of recycling to minimise pollution, reduce solid waste and protect the environment.
Lightweight sustainable 8m mini wind/solar powered fishing canoes could be the future for sustainable fishing transport for 10 women of five provinces.
She said the property launched a waste reduction initiative with Glass Crushing for Bricks as part of its efforts to reduce waste while positively impacting its communities.
The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on Wednesday to seek opinion of the world body’s principal judicial organ on countries’ obligations to address climate change.
Australia’s lower house on Monday passed an emissions reduction plan with curbs on some new gas and coal investments and a cap on total greenhouse gas emissions from the country’s biggest polluters, after a key deal with the Greens Party.
Tourism Fiji’s decision to partner in the recycling space is a critical step towards promoting sustainable tourism and we are proud to take this step.
Vanuatu’s Minister of Climate Change warns “there’s going to be a lot of hardship” for people waiting for their crops to grow back as dry rations are distributed to communities.
This significant support comes at a time when Fiji is grappling with the devastating impact of climate change, which has led to rising sea levels and increased flooding, affecting many Fijian communities.
Prime Minister Hipkins’ flight to Wairoa to witness the damage caused by Cyclone Gabrielle lasted 10 minutes before that plan had to be abandoned.
“Most of these communities are already experiencing rising sea levels that have inundated their homes, ruined their farming land with saltwater, flooded their ancestral burial grounds and left them vulnerable to landslides and tsunami,” he said.
The Republic of the Marshall Islands and the Solomon Islands lodged new submissions at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) this week, calling for greatly increased and 1.5 commensurate levels of ambition, commitment to an equitable global transition and for shipping to agree to a high price on GHG.
The Pacific Recycling Foundation (PRF) has confirmed a partnership with Tourism Fiji in line with this year’s Global Recycling Day, held on the 18th of March 2023 at the Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort.
A new biofuel laboratory at The University of the South Pacific (USP) in Suva is expected to boost Fiji and the region’s energy sector.
“We have women in geospatial science with development partners who has also contributed to development in the government and also in private sectors,” she added.
“If the USA is truly a “climate leader”, they will phase out fossil fuels, redirect the money they give to dirty energy and support the establishment of an operational loss and damage finance facility at COP27,” he said.
We need to protect them and we just need to convince the bigger countries, the ones who are responsible for emissions, to come on board and assist us
The land now contains 15 residential lots, one commercial lot and an open space with underground cabling for Energy Fiji Limited and Telecommunications. The multi- million-dollar site has also been developed to global climate resilient standards.
The Pacific Islands Development Forum director of island resilience Viliame Kasanawaqa said two solar-powered charging stations for electric taxis and buses were being established and plans were to have them rolled out by the end of this year.
“Many countries do not have enough resources to combat climate change impacts on their own, and further degradation of natural resources and ecosystems will increase poverty, hunger and economic and social inequalities.
Environmental organisations are calling for more awareness and protection of manta rays protection of manta rays in Fiji following the death of a reef manta in a net in Laucala
Village members along the Coral Coast staged a protest at the Votualailai Village yesterday.
Forests are called “the lungs of the earth” for good reason: their ability to draw in carbon dioxide and breathe out oxygen cleans our air and helps regulate the climate.
From the frontlines of climate change in Fiji, he said the commitment from the US could not have come soon enough.
The coconut trees planted along the shoreline sheltered them from the storm surges.
Storm surges are expected to bring waves up to 16metres.
Please be prepared to evacuate if you live in a storm surge risk area.
The Prime Minister has today (Friday 4 December) announced a new ambitious target to reduce the UK’s emissions by at least 68% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels. Recognising the
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The Republic of Fiji Military Forces Naval Division was alerted to a fishing vessel that ran aground at Navatu Reef in the Lau group with 15 crew members on board.
Among the emails, Research fellow (Climate Change, Food Security, Disaster Risk Management) Viliamu Lese called for consideration in the way issues were addressed and urged staff to exercise due diligence.
Village headman, Nikotimo Bole thanked the Government adding that after many years of struggling with the effects of climate change and having no seawall to protect the village, help finally arrived.
The victim was riding an electric cart with three others when the driver allegedly lost control, causing it to tumble down a slope.
‘This is something I thought of to assist the next generation and be at par with the Government’s fight against climate change’ - Alinesh Ram
The Government has declared Tropical Cyclone Harold as a State of Natural Disaster for areas affected by the storm.
Mr Narayan said his workers were out clearing fallen trees and some were assisting the National Disaster Management (DISMAC) teams.
Fiji Airways, Fiji’s National Airline, last night received its second A350-900 XWB aircraft. Named Island of Vanua Levu, after our second largest island, the aircraft arrived into Nadi from Toulouse, France, via Los Angeles.
“This with its expected outcome to solidifying faith-based partnership in safeguarding Fiji’s rainforests and ecological environment.”
Ms Lauwai who is the first in her family to contest in a carnival, hopes to make them proud.
The EU and Fiji also reviewed bilateral relations, including development cooperation, the EU-Pacific Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), bilateral cooperation on tax good governance, visa issues, fight against climate change, as well as developments in the Pacific region.
“The reality is that climate and oceans are far too inter-connected to allow these issues to be discussed in silos,” the A-G said.
‘This is an area that we are working towards seeing that the effects of climate change are slowly seeping in’
Participants to the Oceania Oil Spill Workshop comprised of representatives from the United States, Fiji, Marshall Island, New Zealand, Tonga, Tuvalu and Samoa.
“So the answer is yes. Of course we should have more co-operation and exchange programmes.”
He said never before had there been greater clarity about the scale and urgency of the action we needed to take.
Sea-level rise, coastal erosion and cyclones are occurring at an increasing frequency, an inevitable force that we haven’t experienced before.
He added that the works which were still being carried out at the Fulton Hogan yard was testing the emissions and this was being done by the World Health Organisation, the company and University of the South Pacific. Mr Reddy said that the environment assessment was very important.
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Prime Minister Bainimarama challenged national and regional leaders to be more assertive in their efforts at home to fight climate change. Speaking at the opening plenary of the Global Climate
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To help customers affected by flooding caused by Tropical Cyclone Josie in the Western and Northern divisions, the Fiji Development Bank [FDB] will ease repayment terms and assist with recovery
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Fiji is working with the Leonardo Di Caprio Foundation of the United States of America on a plan to provide solar energy to communities around the country. Details were disclosed
Climate change is a lived reality every day in the Pacific, says the Church of England’s Archbishop of Canterbury. Archbishop Justin Portal Welby said climate change was not a future,
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The media plays a huge role in advancing the role of women in climate change, says legal officer Raumanu Pranjivan-Sharma. Speaking at the 4th ABU Media Summit on Climate Change
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The top six students who took part in the oratory competition on climate change for COP23 participated in the climate action forum on Friday. The forum was held at Jai
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