AGP Executive Report

Weather Readiness: Solomon Islands’ first weather radar is nearing completion, with commissioning expected before year-end. Solar backup should help it keep operating during severe weather, improving storm tracking and warnings. Disaster Alerts: The new UmiRedi app brings climate information, early warnings and preparedness resources into one platform. Cyclone Outlook: Forecasters warn of an early 2026/27 season and seven to 11 named cyclones across the Southwest Pacific; at least four could reach Category 3 or higher. Marine Environment: Hundreds of dead fish have washed ashore near Vangunu’s Dokoso Conservation Area. The cause is unknown, and investigators say more research is needed. Regional Climate Action: SPC secured US$129.9 million in new climate funding approvals for Pacific resilience, including support for tuna-dependent communities and climate-related health risks. Pacific leaders and scientists are also pushing for stronger action on ocean acidification. Resilient Communities: Nineteen projects handed over in Gizo and Noro include solar streetlights, footpaths and market upgrades, designed to improve services and climate resilience.

Weather Readiness: Construction of Solomon Islands’ first weather radar is underway, with commissioning planned by year-end. Solar backup is designed to keep it running during power disruptions and help forecasters track severe weather sooner. Marine Life: Villagers report hundreds of dead fish washed ashore near the Dokoso Conservation Area on Vangunu. The cause is unknown, and further investigation is needed. Cyclone Outlook: A regional forecast warns of seven to 11 named cyclones this season, with at least four potentially reaching Category 3 or higher; activity may rise near and east of the International Date Line. Disaster Preparedness: The UmiRedi app brings climate information, alerts and preparedness resources into one platform. Community Recovery: A cleanup on Ranongga is supporting cyclone recovery and promoting safer, cleaner village surroundings. Climate Finance: The Pacific Community reports US$129.9 million in new climate funding approvals in 2025 for resilience, health and fisheries projects.

Vangunu Fish Kill: Hundreds of dead fish have washed ashore near the Dokoso Conservation Area, and the cause is unknown. Wildlife Conservation Society staff say further investigation is needed, as repeated events could threaten local food supplies. Cyclone Outlook: Solomon Islands could face a more active 2026–27 season, with seven to 11 named cyclones forecast across the Southwest Pacific and at least four reaching Category 3 or stronger. A strong El Niño may also shift tuna grounds and reduce rainfall in the country. Warnings and Preparedness: The country’s first weather radar is expected to be commissioned by year-end, improving rainfall and storm monitoring. A new UmiRedi app brings climate information, disaster alerts and preparedness resources together for communities. Ocean Health: Pacific governments and scientists are pushing for stronger action on ocean acidification, which threatens marine ecosystems and the seas communities depend on.

Ocean Change: Pacific leaders, scientists and finance bodies are pushing for action on ocean acidification, a less visible threat to marine life and the communities that depend on it. Disaster Readiness: Solomon Islands’ new UmiRedi app brings climate information, early warnings and disaster alerts into one place. The government also urges families to make emergency plans, prepare essential supplies and identify evacuation routes. El Niño Risks: A strong El Niño could bring reduced rainfall to Solomon Islands and shift tuna fishing grounds, affecting fisheries and island economies into 2027. Renewable Energy: Off-grid solar systems are now installed at schools in Central and Temotu, with work planned in four other provinces. Climate Finance: Solomon Islands has pledged $1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, a regional fund designed to support communities without adding foreign debt.

Ocean Change: Pacific governments, scientists and finance groups are pushing for action on ocean acidification, a less visible threat to marine life and the communities that depend on the sea. Disaster Readiness: Solomon Islands has launched the UmiRedi app, bringing climate information, alerts and early warnings into one platform. The government is also urging families to prepare emergency plans, supplies and evacuation options. El Niño Risks: A strong El Niño could bring less rain to Solomon Islands and shift tuna fishing grounds through 2027, putting fisheries and island economies under pressure. Climate Finance: Solomon Islands has pledged $1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, a regional fund designed to support communities without adding foreign debt. Clean Energy: Off-grid solar systems are now installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work continuing elsewhere as part of a wider project planned to reach six provinces.

Disaster Readiness: The government is urging families to make emergency plans, prepare supplies and identify evacuation options before disasters strike. Early Warnings: The environment ministry has launched UmiRedi, a mobile app bringing climate information, disaster alerts and preparedness resources together for communities and responders. El Niño Risks: A strong El Niño could bring reduced rainfall to Solomon Islands and shift tuna fishing grounds, threatening fisheries and livelihoods into 2027. Renewable Energy: Off-grid solar systems are installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work continuing elsewhere; the project aims to reach communities across six provinces. Climate Impacts: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says rising seas, saltwater intrusion, damaged schools and degrading reefs are already affecting Solomon Islands communities, and called for stronger global action ahead of COP31.

Disaster Readiness: Solomon Islands has launched Umi Redi, a national app for climate and disaster information, early warnings and emergency coordination. El Niño: A strong event could persist into 2027, bringing reduced rainfall and shifting tuna grounds, with consequences for local fisheries. Climate Impacts: At Pre-COP31, Prime Minister Matthew Wale highlighted seawater entering food gardens, damaged school infrastructure and declining reefs. Climate Finance: Solomon Islands pledged US$1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, which remains US$320 million short of its minimum funding target. Clean Energy: Off-grid solar systems are being installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work planned in other provinces.

Disaster Readiness: Solomon Islands has launched Umi Redi, a national app offering climate and disaster information, early warnings and tools for reporting impacts and coordinating responses. El Niño: A strong event is expected to affect Pacific tuna patterns into 2027. Solomon Islands is among the countries facing a risk of reduced rainfall, with potential consequences for communities and fisheries. Climate Finance: The country pledged US$1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, which aims to fund community-led resilience projects but remains US$320 million short of its minimum target. Renewable Energy: Off-grid solar systems are installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work continuing elsewhere. The systems will provide electricity and internet access to support learning.

El Niño Risks: A strengthening El Niño is expected to disrupt Pacific tuna fishing into 2027 and could bring reduced rainfall to Solomon Islands, raising concerns for fisheries and communities. Disaster Readiness: World Vision has supplied Makira/Ulawa’s disaster office and provincial women’s council with equipment to improve emergency reporting and share preparedness information with remote communities. Renewable Energy: Off-grid solar systems are installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work continuing elsewhere under a project spanning six provinces. Climate Action: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says COP31 must deliver stronger emissions cuts and accessible climate finance, warning that sea-level rise and extreme weather are already damaging homes, food gardens and reefs in Solomon Islands. Regional Climate Finance: The Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, which remains US$320 million short of its minimum funding target.

Climate Frontline: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says COP31 must deliver real emissions cuts and climate finance after decades of talks. He warned that sea-level rise and coastal damage are already affecting Solomon Islands communities, including in Langalanga, Lau and Ontong Java. Climate Finance: The Pacific Resilience Facility remains US$320 million short of its US$500 million target; Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million to support community-led projects. Clean Energy: Off-grid solar systems are now installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work planned across four more provinces. Plastic Pollution: Environment officials are training enforcement agencies in Kirakira to apply the country’s single-use plastic ban.

Climate Action: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says COP31 must deliver real emissions cuts and climate finance after decades of talks. His visit to Tuvalu underscored the toll of rising seas on Solomon Islands communities, including families who have lost homes. Climate Finance: The Pacific Resilience Facility remains US$320 million short of its US$500 million target. Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million to the regional fund for community-led climate projects. Clean Energy: Off-grid solar systems are now installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work continuing across a six-province programme expected to benefit 263,000 people. Disaster Readiness: World Vision has supplied printing equipment to Makira’s disaster office and provincial women’s council to help share emergency information and preparedness materials with vulnerable communities. Plastic Pollution: Environment officials are training enforcement teams in Kirakira to apply the single-use plastic ban and strengthen provincial compliance.

Climate Diplomacy: At Pre-COP31, Prime Minister Matthew Wale urged major emitters to cut emissions and deliver climate finance, warning the summit must bring action, not more talks. Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, which remains US$320 million short of its minimum target. Community Voices: Solomon Islands carbon project representatives joined regional talks in Fiji, calling for community-led projects and customary rights to be reflected in carbon policies. Clean Energy: Off-grid solar systems are installed at schools in Central and Temotu, with work continuing in other provinces as part of a project spanning 52 wards. Local Resilience: World Vision provided disaster-response equipment to Makira’s provincial disaster office and women’s council to improve reporting and share safety information with remote communities. Pollution and Water: Environment officers trained in Kirakira on enforcing the single-use plastic ban, while a UNICEF fundraising campaign will support clean water, sanitation and climate-resilient water systems in Solomon Islands.

School Solar: Off-grid solar systems are now installed at schools in Central and Temotu provinces, with work continuing elsewhere under a six-province programme expected to reach 100 schools and benefit 263,000 people. Climate Finance: Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, which remains US$320 million short of its US$500 million target. Pacific leaders say funding must reach vulnerable communities faster. Climate Action: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says COP31 must deliver emissions cuts and climate finance, warning that rising seas and extreme weather are already damaging homes, food gardens, schools and reefs in Solomon Islands. Disaster Recovery: The government has allocated SB$75 million to rebuild about 1,300 homes damaged by Cyclone Maila in Western and Choiseul provinces, pending final funding approval. Plastic Pollution: Environment officials are training enforcement teams in Kirakira to implement the single-use plastic ban.

School Solar: Off-grid solar systems are now installed at schools in Central and Temotu, with work continuing toward a six-province rollout expected to reach 100 schools and 263,000 people. Climate Finance: Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility, which remains US$320 million short of its US$500 million target. Leaders say funding must reach communities faster and on fairer terms. Climate Frontline: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says climate change is already disrupting Solomon Islands communities through seawater in food gardens, damaged schools and declining reefs. He is urging major emitters to cut emissions and COP31 to deliver action, not more talk. Disaster Recovery: The government has allocated SB$75 million to rebuild about 1,300 homes damaged by Cyclone Maila in Western and Choiseul provinces; work awaits final finance approval. Plastic Pollution: Environment officials are training enforcement teams in Kirakira to implement the single-use plastic ban.

School Solar: Superfly Limited has completed 6kW off-grid solar installations at schools in Central and Temotu, with work underway in Guadalcanal and due to start in Malaita. The six-province project also plans to provide school internet access. Climate Voices: Solomon Islands carbon representative Bill Apusae is among Pacific community advocates at Pre-COP31 in Fiji, bringing local perspectives into global climate discussions. Prime Minister Matthew Wale has warned that climate impacts are already damaging homes, gardens and reefs, and urged investment in mangroves and reefs alongside stronger climate action. Climate Finance: The Pacific Resilience Facility remains US$320 million short of its US$500 million target; Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million. Disaster Readiness: World Vision has supplied office equipment to Makira/Ulawa’s disaster office and provincial women’s council to help improve emergency coordination and share safety information. Plastic Pollution: Environment officials are training enforcement agencies in Kirakira to implement the single-use plastic ban. Safe Water: A UNICEF Aotearoa fundraiser will support clean water, sanitation and climate-resilient water systems in Solomon Islands and other Pacific countries.

Climate and Health: Pacific officials are urging stronger climate finance and protection of the 1.5°C limit, warning that heat, flooding, drought and changing disease patterns are already harming health. Climate Finance: The Pacific Resilience Facility remains US$320 million short of its US$500 million target; Solomon Islands has pledged US$1.1 million. COP31: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says years of negotiations have failed Pacific communities facing rising seas, and is calling for major emitters to cut emissions and invest in reefs and mangroves as coastal protection. Cyclone Recovery: The government has allocated SB$75 million to rebuild about 1,300 homes damaged by Cyclone Maila, but the recovery fund is still awaiting account setup before money can be transferred. Disaster Readiness: World Vision has provided printing equipment to Makira’s disaster office and provincial women’s council to help share safety and climate updates with remote communities. Plastic Pollution: Environment officials are training enforcement teams in Kirakira to implement the single-use plastic ban.