EPA warns action for stingray feeding

EPA said all species of rays are listed as protected species under the local environment protection laws and regulations.

29 December 2022

Madifushi resort owner fined for environmental violations

A fine of MVR 20,000 was imposed as it was the company's first offence

7 February 2023

MVR 2 plastic bag tax to kick in from April 18

Parliament passed the Waste Management Bill in late November.

18 December 2022

Boahura removed from tourism island lease list

The inclusion of Bohra in the first announced list raised concerns not only by the residents of Muli but also by some NGOs working to protect the environment.

2 February 2023

Controversial waste import bill ratified amid backlash

The clause allowing the import of waste was added during the review of the bill by the parliamentary committee.

18 December 2022

Deforestation in Brazil's Cerrado savanna hits seven-year high

The European Union recently agreed on a law to prohibit companies from selling agricultural products linked to deforestation.

15 December 2022

Drones and AI important to solve country's problems: Shauna

Dhiraagu CEO and Managing Director Ismail Rasheed said the company's CSR focus has been placed on protecting and conserving the environment.

4 November 2022

MNDF completes Male oil spill clean-up; recovers 3000 litres

The army told reporters on Wednesday that about 3,000 litres of oil or 18 barrels were extracted from the area.

4 January 2023