Shahudha Mohamed Ministry of Environment, of Maldives announced that a rare and endangered species of mangrove plant, by the scientific name of “Brugueira hainesii”, was found in Maldives. According to the ministry, the plants were identified during an ecological survey conducted at the wetlands of Kelaa, Haa Alif Atoll, in March. The survey was conducted… Continue reading “Critically endangered” plant species found in Kelaa mangrove, Maldives
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An open letter for saving the Environment of Maldives
Concerned about the continuation of irreversible, environmentally destructive and debt financed projects in Maldives during the current Covid-19 global public health crisis with consequent economic recession, Save Maldives Campaign wrote an open letter to the Speaker of the Parliament For the attention of the: Speaker of the People’s Majlis, Mr Mohamed Nasheed The 19th People’s… Continue reading An open letter for saving the Environment of Maldives
Maldives Atoll needs sustainable management: A School Student's Perspective
Mohamed Jaush Fuvahmulah is a single island atoll in the Maldives, unique for its shape, the lakes and the beaches as well as the ecosystems in this island. Sadly, the island is facing a lot of environmental issues affecting almost every resident in the island. Several decades back even when Maumoon Abdhul Gayyoom was president… Continue reading Maldives Atoll needs sustainable management: A School Student's Perspective
Mangroves destruction in Maldives-islands’ biggest ecocide
Save Maldives The decision to build a domestic airport in Kulhudhuffushi wetland and mangroves and the subsequent reclamation of a significant part of the mangroves is one of the biggest environmental ecocides the Maldives has seen in recent times. The destruction of the mangrove ecosystem commenced in October 2017, during President Yameen Abdul Gayoom’s administration… Continue reading Mangroves destruction in Maldives-islands’ biggest ecocide
#MvTreeGrab: Removal of trees continues for landscaping of resorts in Maldives
Mohamed Junayd A local company wants to remove 582 coconut palms from Badidhoo island. The Badidhoo island in Dhaal atoll is the latest flashpoint in the removal of trees for the landscaping of new resorts, an increasingly common practice environmental activists have dubbed #MvTreeGrab. A local hospitality company wants 582 coconut palms and three other trees to be… Continue reading #MvTreeGrab: Removal of trees continues for landscaping of resorts in Maldives
Maldives planning to convert mangroves forest to an airport
Maldives, one of the most vulnerable to climate change is planning to convert mangrove forests that protected against the 2004 devastating tsunami into an airport; while receiving millions of dollars from climate funds. The island of Kulhudhuffushi hosts the 7th largest mangrove in the Maldives. It is home to 8 species of true mangrove plants,… Continue reading Maldives planning to convert mangroves forest to an airport