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EPA reports rise in complaints over reclamation projects

The EPA urged project proponents not to begin physical works until all requirements stated in EIA reports had been met.

Govt declares V. Vattaru protected area

While the island itself covers 1.4 hectares, the protected area extends across more than 9,700 hectares.

Govt amends EIA regulations; housing, road projects exempted

For new tourist resort or hotel developments, the construction of warehouses, accommodation blocks and communication towers will also not require an EIA.

Audit finds MVR 930 million in uncollected environmental fines

The audit advised the ministry to take action to recover the fines within the stipulated payment periods.

27 January 2026

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Migratory flamingos in Maldives may not leave

Sighted first in the upper north islands, these flamingos alighted on several islands before they finally perched in H.Dh.Kulhudhuffushi.

14 September 2022

Barge removed from Hulhidhoo reef before EPA's arrival

Vaavu atoll councilmen describe this act as whitewashing their actions.

22 October 2022

Deadlock in talks over Hulhidhoo

Councillor Shifaq said that even if the meeting had ended without a decision being made on the matter, the people of Vaavu atoll will not let the matter go.

19 October 2022

Eviction of injured turtles suspended

EPA announced on Thursday that it has temporarily suspended permission to send turtles to such aquariums.

Minister gets greater EIA authority amid rumours of EPA abolition

The amendments to the EIA rules give the minister and the government a role in expediting assessments for projects identified as special priorities.

ERA seeks head after replacement of EPA

The change follows amendments to the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) rules, giving the government and minister greater authority over decisions.

EPA renamed, placed in direct ministry control

The EPA had previously functioned as a separate agency under the advice of a board.

Maldives lifts coral bleaching linked dredging restrictions

While the suspension of lagoon excavation and land reclamation projects linked to the coral bleaching issue has been removed, coral bleaching persists.