SPREP and Conservation International Signed Partnership
The two organizations formalized a five-year agreement to boost nature conservation and climate resilience.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Environmental
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On September 2, 2026, the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) and Conservation International signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding in Palau. The partnership aims to address urgent climate change and biodiversity loss across Pacific Island nations.
Why it matters
By combining SPREP's role as a regional convener with Conservation International's global expertise, the partnership seeks to accelerate nature protection efforts. This collaboration is designed to provide the technical and financial support necessary to address environmental threats in the Pacific.
The agreement formalizes cooperation between SPREP, which serves 26 Pacific Island countries and territories, and Conservation International, which operates in 30 countries and manages projects in over 100 nations.
The players
Sefanaia Nawadra
He serves as the Director General of the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme.
Sebastian Troëng
He is the Chief Executive Officer of Conservation International.
SPREP
Based in Samoa, this intergovernmental organization supports 26 Pacific Island countries and territories in protecting their environment.
Conservation International
This global nonprofit organization focuses on protecting biodiversity and promoting sustainable development through offices in 30 countries.
The details
The organizations will create a joint work programme to guide their collaborative efforts and will conduct regular progress reviews. Their shared objectives include supporting the implementation of the Framework for Nature Conservation and Protected Areas 2026-2030.
Timeline
The agreement was signed on September 2, 2026.
The Framework for Nature Conservation covers the years 2026-2030.
Deeper Dive
This partnership formalizes support for the Framework for Nature Conservation and Protected Areas 2026-2030. It marks a shift toward integrating regional governance with global sustainable finance models to meet conservation targets.
The agreement aims to bolster climate resilience, which could lead to improved environmental protections and sustainable resource management for Pacific Island communities. This collaboration will likely influence future conservation projects and funding opportunities in the region.
The takeaway
This partnership demonstrates the increasing importance of cross-sector collaboration in meeting global biodiversity goals. By aligning regional needs with international expertise, organizations can better scale their impact on climate-vulnerable areas.
Further reading
For more information on regional conservation efforts, visit the Environmental section.
More information
Learn more about these environmental initiatives on the SPREP official organization website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Scoop.
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