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Mines and Energy

MMERE commemorates World Ozone Day

By Eliza Kukutu The Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE) yesterday joined countries around the world in commemorating World Ozone Day.

17 Sept 2026

Dr Bosawai calls for Environmental Bond to protect communities
By Simon Tavake There have been growing concerns and calls from landowners, communities and individuals over pollution and environmental impacts allegedly caused by logging and mining activities.
18 Aug 2026
Protection from unwanted logging: Lukulobere Tribe celebrate official protected area status for their forest
The Babatana Rainforest Conservation Project has yet another protected area under its fold as the Lukulobere Tribe celebrates the official declaration of 563 hectares of forest this week. The declaration event was held in Honiara on 29 July, with a community event in Choiseul to follow.
30 Jul 2026
Solomon Islands joins global celebration of the World Environment Day 2026: A Global Call for Climate Action
Around the World, this week is known as the environment week due to the fact that three global events are celebrated within the same week and that is, the World Environment Day (June 5), World Oceans Day (June 8) and Coral Triangle Day (June 9). The World Environment Day (WED) is also known as the
4 Jun 2026
Central Province Commences IDA for Savo and Russell Islands
TULAGI, Central Province – The National Disaster Management Office (NDMO), in collaboration with the Central Province Provincial Emergency Response Team (PERT), has officially started a coordinated five-day Initial Damage Assessment for Central Province starting Saturday, May 16, 2026.
20 May 2026
Climate Change
Climate Loss and Damage Now a National Development Challenge for Solomon Islands
By Eliza Kukutu Solomon Islands now sees climate-related loss and damage not only as an environmental concern but also as a national development challenge, with an estimated USD 79 million spent every year on climate-related loss and damage.
12 May 2026
Malaita Province
CLIMATE PROTECTION FOR MALU’U MARKET RECEIVES GLOBAL ATTENTION
Communities in Malu’u, North Malaita, have gained global attention for an innovative, Australia‑supported project to protect coastline infrastructure through mangrove and coastal tree rehabilitation.
4 Mar 2026
Solomon Islands Marks World Wildlife Day with Focus on Medicinal Plants and Conservation
By Andreana Kole The Solomon Islands joined over 180 countries on March 3rd to celebrate World Wildlife Day, highlighting the critical link between the country’s “living pharmacies” and the survival of its people. Minister for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management, and Meteorology Hon.
3 Mar 2026
Climate Change
Four Community Organizations awarded with Climate Resilience Grants
By Chris Alex The New Zealand High Commission and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have celebrated with four community service organisations in Solomon Islands that were awarded climate resilience grants under the Governance for Resilience (Gov4Res) Small Grants Initiative (SGI).
26 Feb 2026
Conservation
Small Grant proposal writing workshop empowers Pienuna community
By Chris Alex The Worldwide Fund (WWF) for Nature Pacific Solomon Islands Programme Office held a small grant proposal writing workshop for the Pienuna Community Association (PCA) on Ranonga island in the Western province.
25 Feb 2026
Human Rights
United Nation 4th Cycle Periodical Review on Human Rights
The Franciscans International an International Non-Governmental Organization with ECOSOC Status, and Solomon Islands Climate Action Network (SICAN) in collaboration with Dominicans for Justice and Peace, have participated in UPR 4th Cycle, jointly appealing to the Solomon Islands Government to take…
17 Feb 2026
Isabel Province
Isabel Women Take Loggers to Court Over Significant Environmental and Livelihood Damage.
Although logging in Solomon Islands is considered a ‘sunset industry,’ the sun is far from setting, especially in the Hograno Highlands of Isabel Province.
8 Jan 2026
SOLKAS Project Strengthens Climate Resilience Across Solomon Islands
The National Steering Committee (NSC) and National Technical Working Group (NTWG) commends milestones achieved by the Knowledge, Action, Sustainability for Resilient Villages (SOLKAS) Project since its inception in February 2024.
15 Dec 2025
Western Province
Kongulavata Community Launch Sea Grape Management Plans
By Aaron Szetu in Gizo Kongulavata Community on Gizo Island in Western Province on Thursday launched its sea grape management plans and enforcement program, as well as its financial inclusion initiatives, in conjunction with the Community-led Adaptation Pathways for the Solomon Islands (CAPSI)…
5 Dec 2025
Communities
Sirubai Voko Tribe Association Celebrates Four Major Milestones
By Aaron Szetu in Gizo The Sirubai Voko Tribe Association (SVTA) marked four significant achievements yesterday during a ceremony held at Pusiju Village in South East Vella La Vella, Western Province.
4 Dec 2025
SAFE Project conducts Critical Biosecurity Workshop to Strengthen National Defenses Against Invasive Alien Species
SAFE Project under the Ministry of Environment Climate Change Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) and UNDP is currently running an important workshop focused on strengthening national biosecurity systems and procedures for its stakeholders to address the nation’s high vulnerability to…
25 Nov 2025
David Hiba sworn in as new Permanent Secretary for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology
The National Government, through the Public Service Commission, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr David Hiba Hiriasia as the new Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management, and Meteorology.
13 Nov 2025
Disaster Preparedness and Response
Media Practitioners Strengthen Disaster Communication Skills in Palau
By Eliza Kukutu in Koror, Palau Media practitioners from across the Pacific are enhancing their capacity to deliver effective disaster information through a Media Master Class Training currently underway in Koror, Palau.
4 Nov 2025
AHNRA prioritizes mangrove rehabilitation initiative
By Mary Idu Burumaea Mangrove Rehabilitation Initiative is an important part of the Apunepara Ha’amwaora Natural Resources Association’s plans for 2021 to 2035.
3 Nov 2025
Conservation
Bubupengu one step closer to gaining Protected Area title
By Lachlan Eddie The Bubupengu Tribal Land Conservation Association (BTLCA) is one step closer to gaining Protected Area (PA) status from the Solomon Islands Government, with the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology set to conduct the verification stage later…
11 Oct 2025