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17/12/2024

SOLOMON WATER SUPPORTS ADRA | The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) has expressed deep appreciation to Solomon Water for their generous donation of 310 empty 20-liter carboys (containers). The donation, which was collected on December 13 from Solomon Water's Ngossi station in West Honiara, marks the second time ADRA has received such support from the water company, following a similar donation in 2013. These containers will aid ADRA’s ongoing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) projects in the Western Province. ADRA’s Country Director, Leyn Elizer Gantare, thanked Solomon Water for their continued support, emphasizing the positive impact these resources will have on local communities. The water company also provided ADRA with cleaning guidelines to ensure proper sanitation before the containers are used in the community.

Source: ADRA Solomon Islands

16/12/2024

ADRA LAUNCHES COCOA TRAINING PROGRAM | ADRA Australia has completed a two-day cocoa awareness training for the Tumpape Community in NorthEast Guadalcanal. The training covered topics like cocoa history, planting, bean selection, sales recording, pruning techniques, and Integrated Pest and Disease Management. The training has been attended by 15 farmers and a Memorandum of Understanding has been signed.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/adra-concludes-cocoa-training-for-tumpape-community-in-neg/

13/12/2024

MASI HOSTS CARBON TRADING WORKSHOP | The Media Association Solomon Islands (MASI) conducted a one-day training workshop for local journalists to enhance their understanding of carbon trading and conservation, focusing on community engagement, climate change combat, and successful projects, and promoting environmental reporting partnerships.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/masi-workshop-empowers-journalists-on-carbon-trading/

10/12/2024

USP ALUMNI LEADS CLIMATE CASE | The University of South Pacific (USP) proudly celebrates Cynthia Houniuhi, a notable alumni and President of the Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC), who is at the forefront of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearings this week. The hearings address the Obligations of States concerning Climate Change, with the ICJ expected to deliver an advisory opinion that, while non-binding, holds significant legal and moral authority. Thirteen Pacific Island nations have presented oral submissions, with Vanuatu and the Melanesian Spearhead Group spearheading the case. Houniuhi has highlighted the urgent need to protect future generations from the devastating effects of climate change, a cause championed by PISFCC and supported by Vanuatu's government and the Pacific Community (SPC).

Source: USP Media

10/12/2024

FFA, UK SIGN FISHERIES PARTNERSHIP | The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the UK to enhance regional cooperation in sustainable fisheries, maritime security, and economic development, focusing on monitoring, control, and capacity-building.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/ffa-and-uk-sign-mou-to-strengthen-partnership-in-fisheries-and-maritime-security/

06/12/2024

AUSTRALIA SUPPORTS SUSTAINABLE TIMBER EXPORTS | The Value Added Timber Association (VATA) is partnering with Australia to promote sustainable timber production in the Solomon Islands. The partnership will support smallholder farmers in harvesting, milling, and exporting plantation timber, aligning with the Solomon Islands National Forest Policy. This will increase VATA's exports and encourage local landowners to plant more trees.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/australia-supports-sustainable-timber-exports/

06/12/2024

FISHERIES OFFICIALS TRAIN IN CHINA | Four officials from the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) of Solomon Islands have successfully completed a specialized fisheries training course in Guangdong, China. The course provided a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in aquaculture techniques. In addition to classroom learning, the officials visited fishery production bases, research institutes, and leading enterprises, gaining valuable insights into sustainable practices. The training aims to support the development of the Solomon Islands' fisheries sector, promoting sustainable practices that will benefit the nation's economy and the well-being of its marine resources.

Source: Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands

05/12/2024

MATANIKO RIVER CLEAN-UP EVENT TODAY | A community-led clean-up program for Mataniko River is scheduled for Friday, December 6, 2024, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Volunteers are to gather at Bodo Detke’s compound near Fijian Quarter for a briefing before they tackle cleaning zones along the river. The Honiara City Council (HCC) and the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management, and Meteorology (MECDM) organized the event. Participants are encouraged to bring their own tools such as garden rakes, hats, and water bottles. The clean-up will focus on collecting various waste, including PET bottles, aluminum cans, and organic waste, with disposal at designated locations. Volunteers will receive light refreshments as they work towards improving the river’s health.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/mataniko-river-clean-up-program/

05/12/2024

PACIFIC STUDENTS LEAD CLIMATE | The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hear over 100 countries and organizations in two weeks to advise on states' obligations to protect individuals from climate change impacts. The Pacific Island Students Fighting Climate Change, a youth-led organization, advocates for the International Court of Justice's opinion on the urgent need for immediate action in line with the Paris Agreement. Solomon Islander Cynthia Houniuhi, President of the Pacific Students Fighting Climate Change, delivered a powerful speech on the first day of the hearings. She highlighted how climate change has undermined the sacred duty of people to protect the environment, drawing attention to the vital role of youth in the global climate fight.

Source: The International Court of Justice

05/12/2024

AUSTRALIA BOOSTS SOLOMON ISLANDS' DISASTER PREPAREDNESS | Australia is partnering with Solomon Islands' disaster response sector to prepare for potential natural disasters during the 2024-2025 high-risk weather season. The Australian Defence Force has delivered vital equipment, including load carriage packs, life vests, emergency beacons, medical kits, and storage cages, as part of Australia's broader Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) and disaster risk reduction partnership.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/australia-delivering-for-solomon-islands-disaster-response-sector/

02/12/2024

SOLOMON ISLANDS SIGNS TUNA TREATY | Solomon Islands has signed 2024 amendments to the US Tuna Treaty, reaffirming commitment to sustainable fisheries management and regional cooperation, with 17 Pacific nations encouraged to finalize their signatures by 2024.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/solomon-islands-signs-2024-us-tuna-treaty-amendments/

02/12/2024

PM MANELE MEET OCEAN CHAMPIONS | Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele met with Prince of Monaco, Albert II, and National Geography Pristine Seas expedition specialists onboard the research vessel 'ARGO'. Deputy Prime Minister Bradley Smoky Tovosia and Minister Peter Shanel Agovaka also attended. Leonardo DiCaprio, an award-winning environmentalist, also participated in the meeting.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/pm-manele-meet-ocean-champions/

29/11/2024

2500 REGISTERED FOR COMMUNITY TRUST ELECTIONS | The Bahomea and Malango Community Benefit Sharing Trust Association has registered 2500 members for upcoming elections. They will manage the Community Benefit Sharing Fund, providing non-cash benefits to core landowners and project host communities. The fund receives funding from hydropower revenue, grants, donations, and interest earned from its bank accounts.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/nominations-for-the-community-benefit-sharing-trust-fund-elections-close-with-2500-people-registered-to-vote/

29/11/2024

WORK BEGINS ON BINA HARBOUR | The Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant Project in the Solomon Islands is progressing with geotechnical investigations, following field survey work. The project, a significant national initiative, will establish a tuna processing facility in Malaita province, with geotechnical investigations guiding infrastructure design and cost estimates.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/technical-work-underway-on-site-for-bina-harbour-tuna-processing-plant-project/

29/11/2024

PACIFIC MARITIME LEADERS MEET | Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele MP opened the Pacific Regional Heads of Maritime meeting, praising the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority for its maritime sector initiatives. He also announced the launch of the Maritime Labour Mobility and Shipping Registry National Roadmap.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/prime-minister-manele-formally-opened-third-pacific-regional-heads-of-maritime-meeting/

27/11/2024

SPBD HITS $5 MILLION MILESTONE | South Pacific Business Development Solomon Islands (SPBD) has raised $5 million through a crowdfunding campaign, supporting micro-entrepreneurs in the country. The $500 loan was given to Inasi Saeni, a 57-year-old mother from East Honiara, who plans to expand her poultry and tailoring production. The funding is part of Kiva's commitment to financial inclusion for women in the Solomon Islands.

Read More Here: https://womensmedia.islesmedia.net/spbd-solomon-islands-celebrates-milestone-of-usd-5-million-crowdfunded-through-kiva-partnership/

26/11/2024

GUADALCANAL FARMERS RECEIVE TRAINING | A team of agricultural experts from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock’s Research Unit and the Solomon Islands National University’s Faculty of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry conducted a one-day training session in Tetere, North Guadalcanal, to provide farmers with pathogen-tested sweet potatoes. The training focused on nursery transplanting, identifying disease-infected vines, and managing their spread, with four sites identified for monitoring.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/sweet-potato-farmers-in-north-guadalcanal-benefitted-from-training/

26/11/2024

PLASTIC BANNED FIRST ARREST CASE | The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force arrested Chinese businessman Xian Pan Li for violating the Single-Use Plastic ban. The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology praised the enforcement and plans to extend monitoring to other Solomon Islands provinces.

Read More Here: https://environment.islesmedia.net/7467-2/

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