Waste collected in Rarotonga doubled in 2024
NES witnessed an alarming increase of waste collected at this year’s event. Almost each category weighed three or four times more than previous years. Apart
Day: September 26, 2024
Art and Action: Aitutaki schools shine on Clean Up the Cook Islands Day
On top of their clean-up efforts, the children showcased their artistic talents. Under the guidance of teachers, the students created art inspired by the theme
NES provides expert views on plastic chemicals, products, design and means of implementation.
The Cook Islands delegation also highlighted the significance of finance, capacity building, and technology transfer as essential tools to empower nations in their fight against
Join colouring competition for Ozone Day!
The Montreal Protocol on Ozone Depleting Substances has united the world to actively protect our ozone layer, which also supports our collective battle against climate
NES has started consultations to review and update the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP).
The community emphasized the need for enhanced waste management facilities, like improved landfills and alternatives to agricultural chemicals, to safeguard the environment.
New permitting booklet issued for Rarotonga
The Guide was developed by the Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI), Te Marae Ora and the National Environment Service, to provide a process map to help
Kākerōri banding efforts bring new insights
NES is pleased to share the results of the recent Kākerōri banding effort led and reported by Hugh Robertson. This was conducted between August 20
International Youth Conference on Biodiversity
NES Biodiversity Coordinator, Ms. Jessie Nicholson, was selected as one of the ~100 successful applicants out of 9,000 applications. From the Pacific region, 8 participants
The National Environment Service (NES) invited to participate at the Underwater Marine Conference (UMC) in Rarotonga, Cook Islands.
The Regulation is a crucial law for the Cook Islands, as it provides the legal framework to ensuring the sustainable management of seabed mineral resources
NES contributes to Noumea Convention review and path forward
The draft work plan and budget outlined a series of actions to strengthen the Secretariat of the Noumea Convention, develop a communication and awareness plan,
