Mauke Youth Carve a Plastic-Free Future Through Culture and Conservation
TOAAA President Tai George said the initiative is helping preserve traditional knowledge while inspiring young…
From Aitutaki to Paraguay: Cook Islands Represented at UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Council
Throughout the conference, countries shared how biosphere reserves are helping to protect biodiversity while supporting…
NES Officer Represents Cook Islands at ADB Indigenous Peoples Consultations and Asia Clean Energy Forum 2026
As an Pacific Co-Chair of the Indigenous Peoples Advisory Group (IPAG), Mrs. Tuiravakai joined Indigenous…
Itiki Rangers Youth Lead Action Against Plastic Pollution in Mitiaro
The project not only improved the local environment but also created opportunities for students to…
NES Welcomes Niva Consultants to Lead Strategic Direction for the RESPONSE Project
Manager Environmental Partnerships, Hayley Weeks, said that “Tessa brings a unique combination of strategic vision,…
Environmental Compliance Dashboard Report (January–June 2026)
During the first half of 2026, NES approved 90 environmental and development applications, comprising 63…
Cook Islands Featured in GEF Voices Series and Plastic Reboot Annual Report
In the interview, Mel shares how the GEF-8 RESPONSE Project is working alongside communities, government…
Restoring the Future: Funding Supports Coastal Planting in Manihiki and Rakahanga
The successful proposal a project to be led by the Kumiti Au Vaine and focused…
Financing Nature and Oceans: Insights from the 12th Regional Biodiversity Finance Dialogue
Key lessons from the dialogue highlight the importance of improving coordination of existing funding, strengthening…