Conservation and Environment Protection Authority

06/11/2024

🌿✨ Exciting News! The Biodiversity and Climate Fund's 5th Call for Proposals is Here! ✨🌿

📢 Are you working on protecting Papua New Guinea’s rich biodiversity? The Biodiversity and Climate Fund is now accepting Expressions of Interest for climate mitigation and adaptation projects focused on nature and ecosystem-based solutions in PNG! 🌏🌱

🔗 Download the Call for Proposals and review the eligibility criteria carefully before applying: Grants and Opportunities - PNG Biodiversity Climate I
https://pngbcf.org/grants-and-opportunities/

💡 Opportunity for project development calls with the Secretariat team: 04th – 7th November 2024.

⏳ Deadline for submission: 12th November 2024.

Don’t miss this chance to contribute to sustainable solutions and make a positive impact! 🌳✨

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PNG BCF’S GRANTMAKING PROCESS PNG BCF makes grants to eligible organizations using a process designed to be transparent, consistent, efficient, free from conflicts of interest, and in accordance with international best practices for conservation trust fund grantmaking. The grant-making process wil...

05/11/2024

24/10/2024

🌊 #𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐁𝐃 #𝐂𝐎𝐏𝟏𝟔

"Improved resourcing for island biodiversity conservation and monitoring in the Pacific is very important as our islands are scattered and isolated. We are custodians of the largest span of ocean in the world, so it is important for the wider global community to help us in the conservation management and monitoring of Pacific biodiversity through more resourcing.

Papua New Guinea hosts about 8% of the world’s biodiversity and is referenced as one of the megadiverse nations, however we get very little support from the global community.

Regardless of whether we are from Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea or other, we are the Pacific and we must work in a unified approach to get more resourcing for biodiversity from the global community.

Seeking improved resourcing is also a good opportunity for us to build the capacity of our village communities to manage their initiatives because for too long we have denied them that opportunity to manage resourcing. They are better placed than us to know the situation on the ground, even though we are all from island communities, some may not live in the village. What we think is best in the urban areas is not necessarily what’s most effective for our village communities. For this reason, while we support them by seeking resources for their activities, we must build their capacity so they may take ownership and lead the way, this is how we achieve sustainability."
- Kumaras Kay Kalim, Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬

23/10/2024

CEPA Officers Gain Cutting-Edge Skills in ArcGIS Pro with USAID LGP Support

Port Moresby, 22 October 2024 – Seven officers from the Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA) have successfully completed an intensive virtual training on ArcGIS Pro, thanks to support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) LGP project.

The training was delivered virtually over a series of 3 weeks by experts from Esri Australia, with the support of USAID LGP, who have purchased the ARCGIS Pro 3 year license for CEPA. The training will empower CEPA officers with advanced skills to improve geospatial data management and strengthen environmental monitoring efforts.

The program covered essential workflows, from project creation and data management to symbolization and spatial analysis. Participants also explored real-time data collection, web mapping, and fieldwork survey configuration, and usage of web based apps such as ARCGIS Field Maps, Survey123 and Quickcapture, equipping them with practical tools to elevate CEPA's conservation work.

This initiative is a result of the strong collaboration between CEPA, USAID, and Esri Australia to harness innovative geospatial technology for sustainable resource management in Papua New Guinea.

19/10/2024

Introducing Conservation Commodities from Papua New Guinea!
Join us at a special side event, "Sustaining Conservation Commodities Papua New Guinea," hosted by Papua New Guinea at COP16 in Cali, Colombia. Discover how Papua New Guinea is pioneering high-quality, organically grown conservation products while advancing nature conservation and sustainability.

Side event: Sustaining Conservation Commodities Papua New Guinea
📅 Date: 24 October
🕒 Time: 8:30 am - 9:30 am
📍 Location: EU Pavilion (blue zone), CBD COP16 in Cali, Colombia

This event warmly welcomes delegations, donors, private sector leaders, and investors to explore Papua New Guinea’s unique efforts in promoting biodiversity and sustainable growth.

Can’t attend in person? Join us virtually via Zoom – the link provided here: https://lnkd.in/gbnktRYS

European Union in Papua New Guinea Expertise France Climate Change and Development Authority Conservation and Environment Protection Authority Department of National Planning & Monitoring Mirzo Isoev Alaric Vandenberghe Gwen Sissiou

19/10/2024

National Forest Monitoring System Contributes to Biodiversity Conservation and Climate Change Mitigation in Papua New Guinea

Discover how the side event “Papua New Guinea’s National Forest Monitoring System (NFMS)”, enhanced by cutting-edge remote sensing technology, is transforming forest conservation and climate change mitigation at the EU Pavilion (Blue Zone) during COP16 in Cali, Colombia. With the development of the Climate Change and Forest Monitoring Web Portal, users can visualise various land use layers.

Side Event: National Forest Monitoring System Contributing to Biodiversity

📅 Date: Saturday, 26 October 2024
🕒 Time: 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
📍 Location: EU Pavilion (blue zone), CBD COP16 in Cali, Colombia

We warmly invite delegations, donors, private sector leaders, and investors to join us in exploring PNG's innovations and ongoing initiatives in forest monitoring and sustainability.

Can’t attend in person? Join us virtually via Zoom – the link provided here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87684485784?pwd=SEfibwUEDKV9sQsTO8hpfXhqbsbZQ8.1

European Union in Papua New Guinea Expertise France Climate Change and Development Authority Conservation and Environment Protection Authority Department of National Planning & Monitoring Mirzo Isoev Alaric Vandenberghe Gwen Sissiou

19/10/2024

18/10/2024

CEPA Leads Successful Conservation Missions in Komia and Baiyer Lumusa

Upper Mendi, 10 October 2024

The Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA) of Papua New Guinea has successfully completed two critical community consultation missions in the Southern Highlands and Western Highlands regions. These missions are part of CEPA’s ongoing efforts to promote environmental conservation and sustainable development across the country, in collaboration with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

The first mission was carried out in Komia Village, Upper Mendi LLG**, where CEPA's team engaged in in-depth discussions with community members from Ward Councils 1 and 2. The consultations centered around the establishment of the **Mt. Giluwe Community Conservation Area (CCA)**, focusing on aligning local conservation efforts with national and global environmental goals under the GEF-supported initiatives. This engagement is expected to lay a strong foundation for long-term conservation activities in the region, promoting resilience and sustainable resource management.

The second mission took place in Baiyer Lumusa, where CEPA officials, despite facing weather-related challenges, met with the community at Metai Village to discuss the creation of the **Oimbo Community Conservation Area (CCA). The team worked closely with provincial authorities and local leaders to identify key conservation priorities and ensure that community-driven solutions are at the forefront of the natural resource management strategy for the region.

Additionally, during the visit to Baiyer Lumusa,CEPA representatives also visited the Baiyer River Wildlife Sanctuary and the Jimi (Ruti) Valley National Park—two established conservation areas that are currently managed by CEPA. These visits were instrumental in assessing the ongoing success of these protected areas and reaffirming CEPA's commitment to safeguarding Papua New Guinea's rich biodiversity.

These missions highlight CEPA's proactive role in environmental stewardship, ensuring that conservation efforts are community-centered and aligned with international standards for biodiversity protection. Through continued collaboration with local stakeholders, CEPA is fostering sustainable livelihoods while protecting the nation's natural heritage. This is inline with the global CBD 30x30 target, which seeks to conserve at least 30% of PNG by 2030.

17/10/2024

Showcasing Nature’s Values of Papua New Guinea at COP16!

This key side event “Making Nature’s Values Visible”, hosted by Papua New Guinea, will take place on 22 October from 8:30 am - 9:30 am at the EU Pavilion during COP 16 in Cali, Colombia.

We warmly invite delegations, donors, the private sector, and investors to discover how Papua New Guinea’s unique experiences and initiatives are driving progress in nature conservation and sustainability.

You can also participate in the event virtually via Zoom with the link provided here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87684485784?pwd=SEfibwUEDKV9sQsTO8hpfXhqbsbZQ8.1

Mirzo Isoev European Union in Papua New Guinea Alaric Vandenberghe Expertise France Conservation and Environment Protection Authority Climate Change and Development Authority Department of National Planning & Monitoring UNDP in Papua New Guinea

17/10/2024

Santos Ltd ordered to pay PGK50 (USD 12.7) million to Kutubu Landowners by CEPA.

The compensation claims are for environmental damages to the Yakerabo and Gese Springs, Lake Kutubu, Pursuant to Section 87 (7) of the Environment Act 2000, says Managing Director, Jude Tukuliya.

Source: The National (https://lnkd.in/guFFc_-K)

17/10/2024

CEPA Leads Community Land Use Planning Workshops in Sohe District

Kokoda, Papua New Guinea – The Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA), through its Terrestrial Protected Areas Branch, has successfully facilitated a series of workshops aimed at developing Community Land Use Action Plans for two villages in the Kokoda Rural Local Level Government (LLG), Sohe District, Northern Province. Over two weeks, CEPA led four-day workshops focused on empowering local communities to sustainably manage their land resources.

In collaboration with the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), CEPA utilized a participatory land use planning approach to guide participants. Community members identified key land uses, including cash crop areas, and formulated strategies to manage these resources for both current and future needs.

The Community Land Use Action Plans will serve as foundational tools for these villages to create ward plans and draft proposals for funding support from government, donor partners, and non-governmental organizations, ensuring sustainable development and resource management.