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Maldives launches nationwide program to plant 5 million trees

At the COP28 meeting in Dubai last December, the President announced a 5 million tree planting programme.

Caribbean leader blasts 'empty' climate promises at SIDS4

"The major contributors to climate change have failed to meet their obligations," Browne said.

Maldives approves mega solar project as first SEZ investment

The permit was granted to a joint venture between Canadian company Abraxas Power Corp. and Chinese company Sungrow Power Supply Co. Ltd.

Divers in the Philippines create nurseries for rescued coral

Aside from providing a home for orphaned coral, nurseries serve as repositories in case there is a need to replenish coral.

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Maldives pres at COP28 announces target of 33% power via solar

He noted that the current figure stands at 4%.

1 December 2023

Maldives seeks to take advantage of climate compensation fund

President Mohamed Muizzu is also scheduled to arrive in the UAE on Thursday to attend COP28.

29 November 2023

President says don't want first class travel

The President said he would give high priority to keeping travel as cost-effective as possible.

4 December 2023

Climate compensation fund vital for Maldives: Ministers

The total amount of guaranteed deposits has so far exceeded USD 420 million.

1 December 2023

EU to push for COP28 deal on phasing out fossil fuels

The EU split reflects simmering global tensions.

17 October 2023

President arrives in Dubai for COP28

President Muizzu is scheduled to deliver the national address at COP28 on Friday.

30 November 2023

What to watch at COP28 on Monday

Away from the main COP28 venue, Saudi Arabia will host a side event called Saudi Green Initiative to promote its clean energy plans.

4 December 2023

Impact of Amazon's climate-driven drought may last until 2026

Severe and repeated droughts affect the moisture levels deep in the soil where the largest trees plunge their roots.

3 December 2023