This the virtual collaboration space for the Implementing Sustainable Low and Non-Chemical Development in Small Island States (ISLANDS) Programme. ISLANDS supports thirty-three Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Caribbean, Pacific and Indian Ocean to pursue safe chemical development pathways.

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ISLANDS Forum+ Setting the Bar for Synergized SIDS Knowledge on Chemicals and Waste

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Green Growth Knowledge Partnership(GGKP)

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are on the frontlines of the global pollution  crisis but they are also leading the way with innovative, practical solutions. How can stronger knowledge sharing and collaboration accelerate action across islands? 📅 25 March 2026, 2-3 p.m. Read More

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Clara Mottura

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ISLANDS Webinar - Tackling Plastics in SIDS (Pacific Region)

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Green Growth Knowledge Partnership(GGKP), Global Environment Facility(GEF), the United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP), International Union for Conservation of Nature(IUCN)

On 5 April 2022 (11:00 - 12:30 FJT, 01:00 – 02:30 CEST), ISLANDS is hosting webinar to share experiences in tackling plastics and discuss joining the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment.  Under the GEF funded Implementing Sustainable Low and Non-Chemical Development in… Read More

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ISLANDS Webinar - Tackling Plastics in SIDS (Caribbean, Indian Ocean Regions)

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Green Growth Knowledge Partnership(GGKP), Global Environment Facility(GEF), International Union for Conservation of Nature(IUCN), the United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP)

On 29 March 2022 (15:00-16:30 CEST, 9:00-10:30 AST),  ISLANDS is hosting webinar to share experiences in tackling plastics and discuss joining the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment.  Under the GEF funded Implementing Sustainable Low and Non-Chemical Development… Read More

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7th Our Ocean Conference

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Our Ocean

The seventh Our Ocean Conference is a key moment for governments, civil society, and industry to commit to concrete and significant actions to protect the ocean. The conference focuses on six thematic areas: climate change, sustainable fisheries, sustainable blue economies, marine protected areas,… Read More

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7th International Marine Debris Conference

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The 7th International Marine Debris Conference (7IMDC) will take place from the 18th to the 23rd of September 2022 in Busan, Republic of Korea. 7IMDC will build on the momentum of past IMDCs by bringing together governments, industry, academia, civil society, and all relevant stakeholders, to… Read More

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Vacancy at UNEP: Technical Specialist – E-waste management and recycling in SIDS

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Work Location: Remote Expected duration: 1 April 2022 - 15 June 2022 The objective of this assignment is to ensure that the implementation of the GEF ISLANDS Programme is informed by guidance on e-waste recycling activities, circular economy approaches and opportunities to improve e-… Read More

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Vacancy at UNEP: Technical Specialist –End of life vehicle management and recycling in SIDS

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Work Location: Remote Expected duration: 1 April 2022 to 15 June 2022 (2.5 months) The objective of this assignment is to ensure that the execution of the GEF ISLANDS Programme is informed by guidance on existing best practice on end-of-life vehicle management, circular economy… Read More

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Vacancy at UNEP: Technical Specialist – Used oil management and recycling in SIDS

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Work Location: Remote Expected duration: 1 April 2022 - 15 June 2022 Thirty (30) days of work over a 2.5 month period The objective of this assignment is to ensure that the execution of the GEF ISLANDS Programme is informed by guidance on existing used oil management activities,… Read More

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Chemical pollution has passed safe limit for humanity.

The cocktail of chemical pollution that pervades the planet now threatens the stability of global ecosystems upon which humanity depends.

The chemical pollution planetary boundary is the fifth of nine that scientists say have been crossed, with the others being global heating, the destruction of wild habitats, loss of biodiversity and excessive nitrogen and phosphorus pollution.

We must act now to revert this trend.

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https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/jan/18/chemical-pollution-has-passed-safe-limit-for-hum...
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How love, care, and compassion can foster climate resilience through community-led science?

Get inspired with this great story from The Bahamas!

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Talofa everyone,

Please find attached the Minutes of the Pacific ISLANDS Regional Meeting on Project Execution that was held on the 8 December 2021 for your information.

Please let me know of any questions.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2022.

Faafetai,
Ngaire

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pdfRegional Meeting ISLANDS Project Execution_Meeting Minutes-merged.pdf4.26 MB
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