Environment
Cook Islands calls for fair approach to shipping decarbonisation
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Challenges of decarbonising shipping for small island states (SIDS) must be considered carefully, according to the Cook Islands.
Government sees seabed mining as economic game-changer
Thursday 10 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands government has revealed that it sees greater economic potential in seabed mining, which has fuelled concerns from the Opposition.
Tenants face water bill burden
Tuesday 8 October 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
Rarotonga rental tenants who do not have a water connection registered in their name will not be eligible for the government’s free water subsidy.
Deep Ocean symposium free to locals
Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Te Puna Vai Marama, the Cook Islands Centre for Research, and Te Ipukarea Society are co-hosting a research symposium focussed on the deep sea at the end of this month.
Environmentalists slam ‘premature’ seabed minerals harvesting regulations
Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands has enacted seabed minerals harvesting regulations despite concerns about the lack of ‘meaningful consultation’ and the premature nature of the legislation, given that the exploration phase is still ongoing.
Muri Environment Care Expo highlights ecological restoration progress
Friday 4 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
The inaugural Muri Environment Care Expo, concluding tonight, showcases the group’s efforts to preserve and protect their lagoon through ecological restoration activities.
Community urged to be mindful of fire safety after Ngatangiia incident
Thursday 3 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
A raging inferno fuelled by coastal winds that propelled flames up to the heights of nearby coconut trees in Ngatangiia was fortunately doused before reaching nearby properties this week.
Licensee anticipates delay in seabed exploration research
Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Delays in the seabed minerals exploration and research are expected due to opposition and the efficiency of the regulatory system, says one of the three deep sea mining companies exploring the Cook Islands seabed.
Cook Islands Clean-Up Day reveals alarming amounts of trash
Friday 27 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Te Tu’anga Taporoporo/National Environment Service witnessed an “alarming” amount of waste collected during Clean Up Cook Islands Day held earlier this month, which has more than doubled from previous years.
Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National, Parliament
The Clerk of Parliament has come under fire for his comments on a radio talkback show that the Government will inevitably win the seabed mining battle due to its legal authority, despite protests and concerns from the public.
Poll: Cook Islanders oppose deep sea mining
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National
A recent online opinion poll conducted in the Cook Islands revealed that 66 per cent of residents oppose deep sea mining, while 49 per cent disapprove of exploration.
TTV defends water tariffs, denies targeting businesses
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, Local, National
To Tatou Vai has denied claims of unfair treatment towards businesses regarding the new water tariffs, stating that all properties likely to consume more than 50,000 litres per month have been metered.
Cook Islands may extend deep sea mining exploration
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands government will consider extending the exploration phase for deep-sea mining to gather more comprehensive data and ensure informed decision-making about the potential environmental impacts.
New tariffs cause a splash: Free water allocation for residents, businesses face higher costs
Thursday 19 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
Residential users will receive 50,000 litres of water per month free under the final water tariff structure announced by To Tatou Vai and commencing October 1, 2024.
SPC ready for talanoa on minerals
Thursday 19 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
The Pacific Community (SPC), an international development organisation serving the Pacific, will review requests from member countries to be addressed through the upcoming Deep Sea Talanoa.
Cook Islands enhancing ecosystem monitoring capabilities
Thursday 19 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands will be able to enhance its ecosystem monitoring capabilities through the Pacific Community’s efforts to develop a land cover model for the country. The Pacific Community (SPC) is holding a workshop at The Edgewater and Spa this week attended by 27 Cook Islanders from several ministries and agencies. The workshop is part of […]
Peaceful protest calls for moratorium on deep-sea mining
Thursday 19 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Hundreds of Cook Islanders and tourists yesterday joined a peaceful protest against seabed mining, calling for a moratorium on deep-sea activities.
Prime Minister welcomes At Sea, Sail Out Rally, rejects moratorium
Wednesday 18 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National, Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Brown has welcomed the At Sea,Sail Out Rally against deep-sea mining but has expressed reservations about thecall for a moratorium on deep-sea activities.
Herman highlights Cook Islands’ seabed minerals progress
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
The marine minerals community from over 25 countries has gathered in Rarotonga, sharing ideas and knowledge on the future of seabed minerals as the 52nd Underwater Minerals Conference 2024 officially opened yesterday at the National Auditorium.
PM declares seabed minerals ambition
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands wants to be the country that is at the forefront of the seabed minerals sector, declared Prime Minister Mark Brown.
