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.

7 January 2023

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.

12 August 2025

Addu council fined MVR 30m over environmental damage

EPA has imposed a total fine of MVR 30.8 million on Addu City Council for illegal activities in the area.

31 January 2023

EPA renamed, placed in direct ministry control

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

12 August 2025

Afcons fails to finish survey before deadline; no action possible

Naeem said EPA will only consider its survey in deciding the fine. He, however, did not specify when action would be taken against Afcons.

19 October 2022