Ocean Science Fact: It is high time to drop the S!

It is high time to drop the S! We may give different parts of it different names but there is only one Ocean and it works as a whole to help make all Life On Earth possible. For more information: Watch here for more or visit: World Ocean Day,…

“Keep Fishing Sustainable”: Innovative communication for engaging Wallis & Futuna communities

Besides disseminating information, many awareness campaigns aim to permanently change practices and behaviour. Changing norms can only be conceived together with local communities, often by jointly developing systems and key messaging. As new information…

The Pacific Community to support “Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and Climate Change Training” in Niue

From 15 to 17, the Pacific Community and the Regional Pacific NDC Hub organised a two-day workshop in Niue, entitled “Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and Climate Change Training”. This activity aimed to support Pacific leadership for climate…

Climate finance: First disbursement made by the Green Climate Fund to the Federate State of Micronesia

Great news! The Green Climate Fund (GCF) transferred the first disbursement of funds for the Federated States of Micronesia programme. Occurring only 36 days after Board approval of the programme, this is the fastest disbursement made by GCF…

Ocean Science Fact: The ocean absorbs about 1/3 of the CO2 created by human activities

At COP 26, the Glasgow Climate Pact recognised the importance of the ocean to address climate change. The message is clear: any climate action or sustainable development path will require a focus on the ocean.

Kiwa Initiative: Regional Webinar "Call for Ideas for Regional Projects 2022" (15 and 17 December)

The Pacific Community (SPC) and the Pacific Regional Environment Program (SPREP) invite you to explore the objectives of the Kiwa Initiative's "Call for Ideas for Regional Projects 2022". On 15 and 17 December (8:00 – 10:00am Noumea Time), join one of…

Ocean Science Fact: At a depth of 500 m, the water temperature is down to ~5° Celsius

Did you know that we can cool buildings with deep sea water?

New MoU to enhance protection and sustainable management of Pacific Ocean resources

Photo credit: PacIOOS  

Virtual Talanoa: Knowledge exchange on national ocean policies and youth-led initiatives in the Pacific

Pacific Early Career Ocean Professionals Join us on 17 December to hear about the outstanding work done by young ocean professionals in Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands, Samo, and Fiji. The idea is to share, exchange, build your network, and start new…

Do you know why some Pacific Lagoon corals are resistant to climate change?

Photo: Corals in New Caledonia, Credit: SPC/Pauline Bosserelle
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