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In 1990, delegates assembled at the Plaza Hotel in Bangladesh for the Ministerial Level Conference on Environment and Development in Asia and the Pacific. It was recognised that the Asian and Pacific Region continue to bear the costs of environmental problems largely created by developed countries. With support from Australia, France, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, UNDP and ADB, it was to provide aid for environmentally sound and sustainable development.

This audio programme highlights the Marovo Lagoon area, which is under consideration for World Heritage listing due to its status as the largest lagoon in the world with a double barrier reef system. The area is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful parts of the Pacific, noted for its rich biodiversity, including pristine forests, coral reefs, and extensive mangrove ecosystems.

SPREP in 1992 sponsored a seminar on the Environment and Reforestation for the Catholic Youth Group. SPREP officer Neva Wendt, represented SPREP to this seminar. In her speech, she touched briefly on SPREP's roles and objectives and also current projects implemented throughout the Pacific by SPREP. With 3 tapes continuing after the other, the seminar raises several issues particular to Samoa and a visit to the Nafanua Hortricultural Centre at Vailima and links environmental issues with biblical understanding.

A 20 Year Report - Because consumer demand for fish is at an ever increasing rate, there is a need to clarify indigenous rights, maintain balance between conservation and development, and for international agreements to regulate fishing activities throughout the Pacific region. This video is a documentation of the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council Meeting with interview excerpts from several of it's members.

A Cartoon film about the endangered life of Honu: The Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle by Anne NakasomeCall Number: [EL]Physical Description: 3:35 mins.

Want to encourage students to create clean green schools? These posters were designed to promote green schools in Vanuatu.Call Number: [EL]Physical Description: 2 p.

This manual is intended to support educators (whether teachers, parents, relatives or child-care workers) with peace building and sustainability education, and to promote multicultural dialogue. It can be used to inspire children towards peaceful and sustainable actions in their everyday lives. Call Number: [EL]Physical Description: 44 p.

Traditional medicinal plants of Vanuatu Call Number: [EL]Physical Description: 29 p.

Why medicinal plants matter to Samoa? Part of daily life & culture
Supports family health & wellbeing
Affordable & locally available
Protecting plants protects traditional knowledge
Valuing plants encourages conservationCall Number: [EL]Physical Description: 18 p.

A presentation on Samoa plants presented by James Artherton during the World Wildlife Day, March 3, 2026Call Number: [EL]Physical Description: 16 p.