In the past two decades, Maldives has achieved remarkable economic progress and reductions in poverty. However, the country faces high exposure to global risks including an . existential threat of rising sea levels. A unique feature of Maldives is the economic enclaves that encourage industry and international tourism. The general …
Gamesa India launched G97-2 MW wind turbines in India. It launched the G97 in the global market last year and has secured contracts to supply 356 MW worldwide. Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Farooq Abdullah launched Gamesa's G97-2 MW turbine in India at the third International Wind Conference …
President Nasheed sent the bill to control thalassemia back to parliament for further amendments without ratification. The bill was sent back again based on advice of the Attorney General who deemed it to be in conflict with current government policy regarding health care provided to thalassemic patients, President’s office website …
In collaboration with State Trading Organization (STO), Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO) and Bright Brothers (AGORA), Ministry of Housing and Environment is organizing a second phase of ‘No to Plastic Bags Campaign’ to be initiated today. This campaign is a continuation of the ‘No to Plastic Bags Campaign’ held earlier …
South Asia experienced the second-highest economic growth rate among the different regions of the world between 2000 and 2008, including in recent times of economic recession. However, this economic growth has not been accompanied by any notable improvement in the economic position of women in South Asia. The ratio of …
The Ministry of Housing and Environment and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has signed a project today to invest USD 8.5 million, towards an initiative that will bring fresh water to communities on the densely populated islands of Haa Alif Ihavandhoo, Alif Dhaalu Mahibadhoo and Gaafu Dhaalu Gadhdhoo, with …
The United States denied on Thursday it was trying to delay a new global climate deal until 2020, saying it supported an EU proposal that aims to chart a path to a more ambitious pact to fight climate change. Delegates from almost 200 countries have until Friday to decide whether …
Regional collaboration is crucial to key developments in security risks related to adverse effects of climate change within the South Asian region, Vice President Dr Mohamed Waheed said this morning. Speaking at the "Security Implications of Climate Change" forum held by South Asia Network for Security and Climate Change (SANSaC) …
Government of the Maldives showcased its success story in ozone protection and achieving carbon neutrality in a side event organized by the Ministry of Housing and Environment of Maldives in cooperation with the OzonAction Programme of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) on 24th November 2011 in Bali, Indonesia. This …
Speaking at the Ministerial segment of the 9th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Vienna Convention and the 23rd Meeting of the Parties (MOP) to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer held in Bali, 24-25 November, Minister of State Mr. Kamaludeen high-lighted …
All Nepal Peasants’ Federation has declared a war to prevent Monsanto from coming to Nepal. The farmers’ wing has vowed that it would force the government and USAID to annul the agreement signed with the Monsanto company, a US-based producer of genetically engineered seeds, to introduce hybrid corn seeds for …
The Cabinet has set the prices for the government-owned utilities companies to purchase renewable energy. According to the policy devised at the meeting held on November 1, State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) can buy a unit for Rf3.42 while Rf4.44 per unit is set for Upper North Utilities Limited, Rf4.40 …
With a view to effectively deal with the menace of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in India and 10 neighbouring countries, the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) formally inaugurated its Stockholm Convention Regional Center on POPs for Asia region in Nagpur on Monday. The Stockholm Convention on POPs is an …
Heavy rain flooded most of the areas of capital Male this morning with water level reaching a foot in some streets. An official from Maldives Meteorological Services (MET) said the 92-milimetre rainfall recorded from 3-5am in Hulhule is unusually high. "The heavy rainfall was experienced because of the fact that …
The Civil Court has annulled the MRF100 million fined against Champa Mohamed Moosa by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) over the issue of Thumbafalhu. Delivering the verdict yesterday, Judge Mariyam Nihayath said that the person who has been charged with a crime should be given the opportunity to talk on …
As agreed at the recently held 17th SAARC Summit in the Maldives, Sri Lanka will set up a ‘SAARC Seed Bank’ to boost agriculture production in the region. Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers yesterday approved a proposal made by the Minister of Agriculture Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena to establish the SAARC …
India has reasons to bask as the 17th summit gets underway in Maldives If you walk on any island in the Maldives for more than two kilometers on either side, you are likely to fall into the sea! That’s how small they are. Maldives is a cluster of 26 atolls …
The Maldives has proposed to present a joint statement by the member countries of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) at the next round of UN climate talks. The Maldives has proposed to the SAARC Standing Committee to present a joint statement by the member countries of South Asian …
The government is to power 29 islands facing power generation difficulties with solar energy. The Cabinet discussed the project last month arriving at the decision that the providence of solar power should be expanded further. The project is to be handed over to the company that submits the best bid. …
The climate vulnerable countries like Bangladesh will speak up with one voice for global support for climate change adaptation at the oncoming Durban climate summit this December, two ministers said at a press conference yesterday. Foreign Minister Dipu Moni and State Minister for Environment and Forests Dr Hasan Mahmud addressed …
The three-day Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2011 ended Sunday endorsing the importance of taking urgent action on climate change and global food crisis. Reflecting on the unique nature of the Commonwealth, a voluntary association which brings together 53 (Fiji's membership remained suspended) developing and developed nations from six …
