Climate Change & Energy

Mini Solar Power Project strengthens Solomon Islands–China Climate Partnership

The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) confirmed that all installations under Phase 1 have been verified, documented, and endorsed across 25 constituencies nationwide, including East Makira, West Makira, Ulawa Ugi, East Kwaio, West Kwaio, East…

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NORTHWEST CHOISEUL WELCOMES PRC’S $100,000 COMMUNITY LIVELIHOOD SUPPORT

The North West Choiseul Constituency (NWCC) has formally acknowledged the Government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for a significant $100,000 livelihood support package aimed at strengthening essential community services across the constituency. Constituency Development Officer Gabby Taniveke confirmed…

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RSDP Delivers Clean Water Access to Four East Are’are Communities Through PRC Support

Four communities in East Are’are Constituency (EAC) — Potaniu, Maniaha/Hauharii, Hatakau, and Raroasi — have welcomed new water supply project materials following a major handover supported by the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The assistance, valued at SBD $1.5 million,…

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Bina Harbour Project Achieves Key Design Milestone

The Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant Project has reached a major milestone, completing its concept design after a year of geotechnical studies and intensive planning. The detailed design—covering the port, marine-side infrastructure, and onshore facilities—was presented last week in Honiara…

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Australian Parliamentary Delegation Visits Solomon Islands

A delegation from the Australian Parliament’s Primary Industries Committee has visited Honiara, strengthening interparliamentary relations between the two countries. The visit formed part of Australia’s Pacific Committee Exchange Program, which aims to support parliamentary engagement and deepen cooperation on shared…

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PS Dr. Rodie Stresses the Need for Education to Adapt to Climate Change

Honiara, Solomon Islands (December 4), 2025 – Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD), Dr. Franco Rodie, has emphasized the need for education to adapt to the realities of climate change and human mobility. He…

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Solomon Islanders Encouraged to Participate in Survey on Energy Planning

The Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE) public survey to gather vital information for national energy planning is now underway. Solomon Islanders with an interest in the future of the country’s electricity network are encouraged to participate so…

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Pacific Island Countries Urge Deeper Belt and Road Initiative Cooperation to Combat Climate Crisis and Strengthen Emergency Management

BEIJING, China – 20th November 2025. Solomon Islands representative at a high-level international exchange program in China has told the gathering that climate change is a daily reality for the Pacific region, which stands at the frontline of the global climate crisis.…

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Solomon Islands Participates in 8th Session of the International Solar Alliance in New Delhi, India

The Solomon Islands participated in the 8th General Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) held in New Delhi, India, from 27 to 30 October 2025. The Solomon Islands delegation was led by the Minister of Mines, Energy and Rural…

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New Solar Hub Powering Livelihoods in East Are’are

More than 1,200 women, men and children in the remote community of Takataka in East ’Are’Are, Malaita Province, can now access clean, reliable solar power through the Solomon Islands-Australia Partnership. Delivered by local company Superfly, a new solar hub system…

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