Environmental Conservation

Governor Parlwa's commitment to protecting Madang's natural heritage

The Governor's Environmental Vision

Sustainable Development for Future Generations

Governor Ramsey Parlwa's environmental strategy focuses on:

  • Protecting Madang's biodiversity
  • Promoting sustainable resource use
  • Combating climate change impacts
  • Reducing pollution and waste
  • Engaging communities in conservation
2025 Conservation Goals

By 2025, protect 30% of Madang's land and marine areas and reduce deforestation by 50% compared to 2020 levels.

Progress at a Glance

25%
Land Protected
120,000
Trees Planted
18
Protected Areas
45
Community Groups
40% Complete
45% Ongoing
15% Planned

Forest Conservation

Madang Rainforest Initiative

Active

Protecting 500,000 hectares of critical rainforest habitat.

  • 12 community forest areas
  • Anti-logging patrols
  • Sustainable forestry training
  • Carbon credit program

Reforestation Program

Ongoing

Restoring degraded lands with native tree species.

  • 120,000 trees planted
  • 15 community nurseries
  • School planting programs
  • Erosion control projects

Marine Protection

Marine Protected Areas

6 Established

Protecting critical marine habitats and fish breeding grounds.

  • No-take zones
  • Coral reef monitoring
  • Community ranger program
  • Eco-tourism development

Mangrove Restoration

Ongoing

Replanting coastal mangroves for protection and biodiversity.

  • 50 hectares restored
  • Coastal protection
  • Fish nursery habitats
  • Carbon sequestration

Plastic Waste Reduction

Active

Cleaning marine debris and reducing plastic pollution.

  • Beach cleanups
  • Recycling programs
  • Single-use plastic bans
  • Community education

Protected Areas

Forest Reserves
Marine Protected Areas
Wildlife Sanctuaries
Proposed Protected Areas

Climate Action

2021

Provincial Climate Policy

Implemented

Madang's first comprehensive climate change adaptation strategy.

  • Risk assessments
  • Sectoral adaptation plans
  • Early warning systems
2023

Coastal Resilience

Active

Protecting vulnerable coastal communities from sea level rise.

  • Mangrove buffers
  • Relocation planning
  • Erosion control
2025

Renewable Energy Transition

In Development

Shifting government facilities to solar and hydro power.

  • Solar microgrids
  • Hydro potential studies
  • Energy efficiency

Community Engagement

Eco-Warrior Program

Active

Training and equipping local conservation champions.

  • 45 community groups
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Education campaigns
  • Small grants program

School Environmental Clubs

120 Schools

Engaging youth in conservation activities.

  • Tree planting
  • Recycling programs
  • Nature education
  • Competitions

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