Maldivian Government
The Maldives government is committed to addressing climate change through sustainable development, renewable energy promotion, and marine ecosystem protection. They actively participate in international climate change negotiations and raise awareness about individual and collective actions to mitigate its impacts.
Following the great work of the Sustainability Lab, the Maldivian Government is directing substantial efforts to foster solutions related to the national plastic pollution emergency.
Ministers and Governmental Officials
Interviews and Official Endorsements
Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Technology
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Minister of Tourism
Minister of Defense
Special Envoy for Climate Change
Challenge
For the past 30 years, solid waste generated in the Greater Malé area has been dumped with no treatment and burned in the open on the industrial island of Thilafushi.
Solution
After three decades of waste dumping, the Maldives' capital and islands are investing in sustainable waste management to reduce emissions and protect fishing and tourism industries.
Thilafushi "Trash" Island
AN ISSUE OF PLASTIC POLLUTION
The Maldives Governmental efforts to fix their mistakes in the realm of plastic pollution.
Thilafushi "Trash" Island
AN ISSUE OF PLASTIC POLLUTION
Challenge
For the past 30 years, solid waste generated in the Greater Malé area has been dumped with no treatment and burned in the open on the industrial island of Thilafushi.
Solution
After three decades of waste dumping, the Maldives' capital and islands are investing in sustainable waste management to reduce emissions and protect fishing and tourism industries.
Natural Capital Solutions
Co-Benefits
Social
Improved waste management for the poor, skills training and behavior change campaigns
Health
Adopting more sustainable waste management practices will improve public and environmental health
Environment
Decrease amount of solid waste like plastics that currently enter the sea, improving ocean health.
Economic
Reduce ocean pollution and positively impact the tourism and fishery sectors, two cornerstones of the economy.
