Environment
Building ‘our’ Cook Islands Legacy together
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
All Cook Islanders are invited to help build the Cook Islands Legacy during a national forum to develop the Cook Islands National Sustainable Development Agenda 2020+ on Thursday.
Building resilience against climate change
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Climate Change Cook Islands says the people of Pukapuka are at the forefront of climate change.
Algae growth in Rarotonga's streams is baffling officials
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Fertiliser use in crop and livestock farming, animal droppings, septic tank seepage, and soil run-off into streams from land clearing activities have been cited as potential causes of excessive algae growth.
Cook Islands receives $17.6 million grant to fight climate change
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
The Cook Islands is set to receive a second grant from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), boosting its climate change mitigation efforts.
‘Turtles like to nest in peace, don’t disturb them’, says local conservation group
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
It’s that time of the year again when sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs, and a local conservation group is spreading awareness to ensure they can carry out their important work in peace.
Recently installed automatic weather stations in northern group aim for more accurate forecasts
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Recently installed automatic weather stations in several northern group islands will allow Cook Islands Meteorological Service staff to make better forecasts.
Low tides possible cause of coral bleaching, says ministry
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Government scientists believe stormy weather and extreme low tides may be causing corals in Rarotonga’s lagoon to bleach.
Draft environment policy under scrutiny
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
The National Environment Service is promising a wider public consultation on their draft national policy.
Te Ipukarea Society calls for moratorium on deep-sea mineral exploitation
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
OPINION: Cook Islands has moved a step closer to extracting valuable minerals from its ocean floor following the launch of seabed exploration license a week ago. In this week’s column, local environment group Te Ipukarea Society explain their position on deep sea mining.
Stunning location and sensational sounds
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Covid-19 has made it virtually impossible for DJ duo Coco House Bros - Mark Zow and Mr E to tour internationally, so they decided to give back to the people of Rarotonga.
Kate McKessar: Bird of the Year Cook Islands
Saturday 24 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
OPINION: Hold on to your feathers, its finally here! The first ever ‘Bird of the Year Cook Islands’ competition run by Te Ipukarea Society.
Seabed exploration licenses launched
Friday 23 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Application for seabed exploration licenses are now open to potential undersea mining operators.
Licensing process for seabed exploration
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Members of the public are invited to attend the launch of the Seabed Minerals Authority licensing process for exploration research in Cook Islands’ waters on Thursday morning.
Te Ipukarea Society: 'Threats of serious damage'
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Deep seabed mining could cause irreversible harm to our oceans, from the seafloor to the surface and the midwater columns in between.
Climate change threat to maritime boundaries
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment
Pacific island states are looking at legal options to ensure their borders are protected as sea levels rise and land comes under threat due to climate change.
Linking taramea, coral health and reef fishing
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Marine scientist Dr Teina Rongo explains why spearfishing competition especially at this time was not a good idea.
Te Ipukarea Society : A step in the right direction
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Te Ipukarea Society has for many years been advocating for an alternative, more natural approach to coastal protection from the rock boulder walls commonly used here.
Te Ipukarea Society: Cook Is. 'custodian of the common heritage of mankind'
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: The Cook Islands has an obligation to contribute to the protection of the common heritage of humankind.
Seabed minerals committee 'a voice for the community'
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Environment
A seabed minerals advisory committee has been established to provide community perspectives to the Government on the development of the seabed minerals sector.
Te Ipukarea Society : Take a stand against single use plastics
Saturday 26 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: The fight against plastic is far from over and as always, Te Ipukarea Society is coming out swinging.
