by Isaac Rounds

As demand soars for critical minerals for electronics and renewable energies, experts have debated the risks and benefits of extracting these materials from the ocean floor. But an extensive new study reveals how harmful deep-sea mining can be for seabed creatures.

by Isaac Rounds

U.S.-led plans to mine the deep seabed have gained momentum since President Donald Trump signed an executive order that called for the industry’s rapid formation to bolster U.S. national security. One recent development emerged in November, when U.S.

by Isaac Rounds

The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers reporting grants to journalists to support the production of in-depth stories on forest governance issues.

by Isaac Rounds

We’re looking for a motivated national Project Officer to support the Capacity Building Initiative for Transparency (CBIT) in Samoa. Based in Apia, you’ll help strengthen Samoa’s climate transparency, improve GHG inventory systems, and support reporting under the Paris Agreement.

by Isaac Rounds

At just 30, Melvira Kyarii Kazuma is rewriting Ngchesar State politics. Elected as one of the legislature’s youngest representatives, Kazuma vows to break through stagnation, push for real change, and empower her community.

by Isaac Rounds

The Grants and Contracts Coordinator is responsible for providing operational support for the Grants and Contracts across Pacific FMU, specifically the Samoa Program. Duties are varied and include providing grants and contracts support across the Pacific FMU.

by Isaac Rounds

The Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) stands to gain nothing economically from deep sea mining in federal waters.

by Isaac Rounds

Strengthening the use of Nature-Based Solutions in Fiji’s Forestry and Coastal sectors saw stakeholders gather in November this year to review an assessment on Fiji’s national policies in these two areas.

by Isaac Rounds

Around the world, a new generation of leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs is emerging from every corner of society – from remote villages and small communities to universities and bustling cities.

by Isaac Rounds

The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Project (GGP) is a framework that essentially supports NGOs and local public institutions in order to respond to various development needs in a prompt and precise manner, but on a comparatively small scale.

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