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irvina
on Thu, 02/01/2018 - 09:38
General Information
Resolution
46506
Period covered
Activities to implement this Resolution from Activity Reports
| Relevant operative para(s) of Res/Rec | Activities Overview | Description | Status | Action |
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| Field activities | The communities of Talise, Narovorovo and Nasawa are currently arranging for reticulated power distribution from the installed and commissioned 75kW Talise Hydro Project, which involved training around best practices for Environmental Impact Assessment in selecting hydropower sites. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Scientific/technical activities | A Rapid Biodiversity Assessment Report was generated by NatureFiji/MareqetiViti, our partner and consultant on assessment of the Anahulu Cave ecosystem in Nuku'alofa, Tonga. Extant flora and fauna species in the cave and surrounding ecosystem were identified and prevalence was evaluated to determine potential impacts of lighting and development of eco-tourism opportunities in the cave. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | A 2.34kW solar system has been designed, delivered, and is being installed, alongside wiring and lighting, to illuminate the Anahulu cave system, which is principally used as a tourism site and has traditionally utilized carbon-heavy open flame torches for illumination. A security gate and signage detailing the flora and fauna of the cave are also being installed to limit unsupervised access to the site and inform visitors of the wildlife species they are likely to encounter and outline appropriate behavior to avoid unnecessary degradation or disturbance to the resident species. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Capacity building | Training upon powered solar mills was conducted in Intoap (Backstreet) Village & Narusangiang Village, Umi Markham Valley, Morobe, PNG, for the women-led agricultural producers' groups in each community to improve productivity without additional fossil fuel inputs. This included operation of the solar systems to provide power to the mills, as well as occupational health & safety training on operation of the mills themselves. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | On Koro Island, one of the most heavily damaged areas during Cyclone Winston in 2016, much of the established flora was decimated by the storm surges and Category 5 winds. This led to Silver's Eco Bed & Breakfast submitting a proposal for the formation of a nursery to re-establish both mangroves and key endemic terrestrial plant species, with over 2,000 seedlings planted. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | Establishment of a replacement solar system for Silver's Eco Bed & Breakfast was an additional component of the grant, as the initial structure and all power had been destroyed by Cyclone Winston. 1.2kW of solar PV have been installed, along with wiring and storage to accommodate the needs of the business and provide additional power supply for members of the community requiring phone charging facilities and lighting for group activities. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | The Uto ni Yalo Trust has conducted a series of voyages in their sailing vaka, visiting Narai Island, the Vatu-i-Ra seascape, Moala & Matuku islands in Lau, and conducted a Floating Art Exhibition along the coast of Viti Levu at various tourism establishments to help validate the savings associated with non-motorized sea transport. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Education/Communication/Raising awareness | Throughout 2017, the Uto ni Yalo Trust organized a total of seven community beach clean ups aimed at: i. Inspiring coastal communities not to dispose non-biodegradable waste in our waterways ii. Spotlight national policies on waste management and pollution control iii. Gathering research that mobilizes businesses to promote sustainable packaging solutions The community beach clean ups were organized at the following locations: i. 27 kilometers of the Rewa River ii. 17 kilometers of the Navua River iii. Narai Island iv. Koro Island v. Kiobo village, Bua Province, Vanua Levu Island vi. Moala Island, Lau Province vii. Matuku Island, Lau Province A total of 2000 kilograms of single use plastic bags, straws, bottles, food packaging, cleaning agent containers, broken glass, tin cans, disposable batteries and baby diapers and fabric. Once collected, the litter was categorized and weighed before being presented to the communities with recommendations on how to improve the existing village disposal system. |
Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | Gender Climate Change Alliance conducted consultations with communities, identifying Nakalawaca Village in Tailevu as a suitable partner to receive cook stoves and facilitate improved forestry activities. 30 cook stoves were delivered to the community in two different shipments, accounting for a 40-50% reduction in biomass fuel use in 30 out of 48 households. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Capacity building | Working with Fiji National University students, a high efficiency model cookstove was designed and manufactured by fabricators, which were delivered to Nakalawaca Village where training on appropriate use and required replanting to maintain biomass reserves took place. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Education/Communication/Raising awareness | Poster/writing contest conducted at primary/secondary level in schools to broaden awareness of environmental impacts renewable energy/energy efficiency technology may have on the country. Prizes have been awarded to the most exemplary submissions at various grade levels. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Capacity building | A training workshop has been conducted in partnership with Global Sustainable Energy Solutions to certify Niue Power Corporation and private electricians in Grid-Connected Solar PV design, installation, and operations. This training workshop included practical exercises resulting in an additional 5kW of solar PV capacity being installed on the Niue electrical grid. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Policy influencing/advocacy | In conjunction with the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC), a revision of the 1960 Energy Supply Act has been financed and is now being drafted. The legislative review has been completed and considerations for RE/EE technology is now being integrated into the upcoming draft Act. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Other (please specify) | A Low Carbon Fund has been established in partnership with the Niue Development Bank, resulting in over 25 successful applicants receiving subsidies for replacing old appliances with high efficiency refrigerators, freezers, and washing machines. The fund has been populated with over US$90,000 in capital, and is currently under disbursement to qualified applicants. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Other (please specify) | A Low Carbon Fund has been established in partnership with the Development Bank of Tuvalu, resulting in over 9 successful applicants receiving subsidies for replacing old appliances with high efficiency refrigerators, freezers, and washing machines. The fund has been populated with over US$90,000 in capital, and is currently under disbursement to qualified applicants. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Policy influencing/advocacy | A grid stability study has been delivered by KEMA concerning the impact of increased renewable energy generation on the Funafuti grid, as well as the commensurate storage demands required to match the increased portion of the load being handled by renewable energy sources. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Capacity building | A training workshop has been conducted in partnership with Global Sustainable Energy Solutions to certify Tuvalu Electricity Corporation and private electricians in Grid-Connected Solar PV design, installation, and operations. This training workshop included practical exercises resulting in an additional 5kW of solar PV capacity being installed on the Tuvalu electrical grid. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Other (please specify) | A Low Carbon Fund has been established in partnership with the Nauru Utilities Corporation, resulting in over 5 successful applicants receiving subsidies for replacing old appliances with high efficiency refrigerators, freezers, and washing machines. The fund has been populated with over US$90,000 in capital, and is currently under disbursement to qualified applicants. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Education/Communication/Raising awareness | Poster/writing contest conducted at primary/secondary level in schools to broaden awareness of environmental impacts renewable energy/energy efficiency technology may have on the country. Prizes have been awarded to the most exemplary submissions at various grade levels. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Capacity building | Two training workshops have been conducted in partnership with Global Sustainable Energy Solutions to certify Nauru Utilities Corporation and private electricians in Grid-Connected Solar PV design, installation, and operations. These training workshops included practical exercises resulting in an additional 11kW of solar PV capacity being installed on the Nauru electrical grid. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | 290 Solar PV home lighting systems were installed in Mananakele community, Kapare District, Central Province, PNG. As part of the rural electrification programme, this project offsets the pending need for biomass and fossil fuels to provide lighting and electricity generation, mitigating future emissions associated with energy consumption for the electrification of the village. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Other (please specify) | An Energy Efficiency Loan Programme was established between the National Development Bank of Palau and the Palau Housing Authority, resulting in the completion of over 100 new Energy Efficient Homes. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Capacity building | Training for housing inspectors and regional development bank staff took place to broaden understanding of energy efficient design in the reduction of household operating costs over the lifespan of the structure. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Scientific/technical activities | Research on biofuel for land transport, non-motorized transport, and project management through the Scientific Research Organisation of Samoa (SROS). Landcare Research New Zealand carried out an impact assessment to identify how farming jatropha at a large scale would impact the environment in Samoa. Two vehicles were successfully tested with a 50% biofuel blend for a year on a coconut-based biofuel before deciding to utilize jatropha curcas as a feedstock. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Policy influencing/advocacy | Through Subbarao Consultancy Service's work with the government of Samoa, two components are being addressed; 1. development of a renewable energy and energy efficiency policy, and 2. development of a Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Action (NAMA) programme. The NAMA programme builds on the Samoa Low Carbon Development Strategy and targets activities to reduce GHG emissions. It will increase contributions of renewable energy to the Samoan energy mix. |
On-going | Full activity report | |
| Scientific/technical activities | Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification of energy generation since commissioning in March validates projected emission mitigations. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | Design, delivery, installation, and operation of a 25kW solar PV system at the CCL Manoku campus on outer atoll of Abemama, Kiribati. | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Education/Communication/Raising awareness | Awareness of community regarding demand-side management of energy consumption by residents of CCL | Completed | Full activity report | |
| Field activities | Design of a institutional-scale biogas system has been completed, and site selection, consultations, and | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Capacity building | The ability of Fiji Correction Services and the Dept. of Energy to collaborate on developing and implementing an institutional biogas project has been part of the project, with personnel on-site at the Naboro Correctional Facility to be trained | _none | Full activity report | |
| Other (please specify) | Home Energy Loan Programme (HELP) providing subsidies to FSM Development Bank applicants for energy efficient home construction and renovation. Thirteen projects approved as of Q3 2017 reporting. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Scientific/technical activities | Audit report conducted at both MEC and KAJUR facilities, and management plan/work plan have been drafted around the identified issues in the audit report. | On-going | Full activity report | |
| Policy influencing/advocacy | Best Practice Waste Oil Management Policy has been drafted for review, and is awaiting comments for submission. | On-going | Full activity report |
Actors involved from Activity Reports
| IUCN Members | IUCN Commissions | IUCN Secretariat | Other non-IUCN related organisations |
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Challenges / lessons learned from Activity Reports
Report status
Published
I. IUCN Constituencies implementing this Resolution
IUCN Members
8C3F0E78-B7A3-E011-96D3-002655853524
Fiji Department of Environment ( Fiji )
2ECE514B-B8A3-E011-96D3-002655853524
Palau Conservation Society ( Palau )
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Samoa ( Samoa )
Ministry of Meteorology, Energy, Information, Disaster Management, Environment, Climate Change & Communications (MEIDECC) ( Tonga )
Ministry of Climate Change, Meteorology, Natural Disaster, Environment and Energy ( Vanuatu )
723FEFBD-E163-E311-A9A0-002655853524
IUCN Commissions
F917E09E-5094-E611-97F4-005056BA6623
IUCN Secretariat
Yes
Other non-IUCN related organisations
Gender Climate Change Alliance, PNG Women in Agriculture, Silver's Eco Bed & Breakfast, Teta Tours, Ltd., Uto ni Yalo Trust, Development Bank of Tuvalu,Federated States of Micronesia Development Bank, Ministry of Natural Resources & Development (RMI), Niue Development Bank, Nauru Utilities Corporation, Niue Power Corporation, Tuvalu Elecitricty Corporation, Pace University, and others.
II. Implementation
Activities carried out to implement this Resolution
Capacity-building
Convene stakeholders/Networking
Education/Communication/Raising awareness
Field activities
Fundraising
Policy influencing/advocacy
Scientific/technical activities
Describe the results/achievements of the activities
Projects are underway or have been completed with governments in 10 Pacific Island Countries under the Energy, Ecosystems and Sustainable Livelihoods Initiative (EESLI). The GEF Pacific Alliance for Sustainability Low Carbon Islands project has been completed in Nauru, Niue, and Tuvalu. Additionally, five Small Grants Programme projects have been completed in Fiji, PNG, and Tonga.
IUCN ORO has established a vital role in facilitating consideration of biodiversity and ecosystem services across the energy/transport, financial, and legal sectors. The role of the environment and natural resources in the provision of energy services continually needs to be reinforced in the policy, planning, and implementation process of government activities concerning energy generation/consumption, and the holistic understanding of how each sector contributes towards recording and reducing emissions is an ongoing point of focus and area for improvement in each Pacific Island Country.
IUCN ORO has established a vital role in facilitating consideration of biodiversity and ecosystem services across the energy/transport, financial, and legal sectors. The role of the environment and natural resources in the provision of energy services continually needs to be reinforced in the policy, planning, and implementation process of government activities concerning energy generation/consumption, and the holistic understanding of how each sector contributes towards recording and reducing emissions is an ongoing point of focus and area for improvement in each Pacific Island Country.
Challenges/obstacles encountered in the implementation of this Resolution and measures taken
Lack of support from the Council, and Global Secretariat (beyond the Oceania Regional Office) to support energy-related initiatives has stymied the ability of the Climate Change Mitigation & Risk Reduction Programme to expand its programme and draw stronger linkages with other regional office programmes and commission work elsewhere.
At the activity level, implementation of projects is often hampered by the capacity strains placed on government focal points and other stakeholders in the Oceania Region.
At the activity level, implementation of projects is often hampered by the capacity strains placed on government focal points and other stakeholders in the Oceania Region.
Future actions / activities needed for the implementation of this Resolution
Additional support to upscale projects and technical assistance in the Oceania Region should be committed, and the previous decade of the work programme should be drawn upon to replicate involvement of IUCN in safeguarding biodiversity and valuing ecosystems in the energy sector globally.
Are these actions/activities planned?
No
III. Status of implementation
Implementation status of this Resolution
On-going: implementation consisting of repetitive, recurrent action (attending meetings, reporting, etc.)