Maldives Whale Shark Conservation Receives National Regulation. Photo Credit: Sebastian Pena Lambarri via Unsplash

Maldives Whale Shark Conservation Receives National Regulation

With the release of Regulation No. 2024/R-96, which aims to improve interactions with whale sharks, a major contribution has been made towards Maldives whale shark conservation. With this rule, the Protected Species Regulation (2021/R-25) undergoes its seventh amendment, updating the 2009-established Code of Conduct for the Protection and Conservation of Whale Sharks. With strict rules…

Aquagen & their Sustainability Solutions on Maldives Doorstep. Photo Credit: Hotelier Maldives

Aquagen & their Sustainability Solutions on Maldives Doorstep

At an event hosted at the Maagiri Hotel, Aquagen Atmospheric Water Systems showcased its cutting-edge technology, marking a significant advancement towards environmental sustainability. Government authorities, hotel owners, and media representatives were present at the event, which demonstrated their capacity to convert air into pure drinking water that is enhanced with minerals. The Atmospheric Water Generation…

Nova Maldives' Innovative Coral Nursery. Photo Credit: maldivesholidayoffers.com via Google Images

Nova Maldives’ Innovative Coral Nursery

An improved coral restoration project surrounding the island resort Nova Maldives, which is renowned for its dedication to sustainable projects, has been unveiled. The resort is an eco-aware, soft-luxury establishment. This most recent project expands on the island resort’s already-existing coral plantation program by giving visitors a direct, hands-on opportunity to protect the surrounding marine…

InterContinental Maldives Waters Declared Vital Manta Ray Zone. Photo Credit: johansens.com via Google Images

InterContinental Maldives Waters Declared Vital Manta Ray Zone

The lagoon at the InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has received official recognition as an Important Shark & Ray Area (ISRA), along with Maamunagau and Fenfushi. This honor comes after the resort’s continuous partnership with the Manta Trust, one of the world’s preeminent organizations for manta ray conservation and study. This accomplishment is the result of…

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives and its beauty

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives Puts Sea Turtle Conservation First

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has announced the adoption of three sea turtles that live in the seas surrounding their island resort in observance of World Turtle Day (2024). The resort’s continued dedication to marine conservation will assist Rehendi, Raivilla, and Raalhu, the two Green Turtles, and one Hawksbill Turtle. The larger environmental initiatives of Cinnamon Hotels…

Waste management efforts by WAMCO Maldives reaches new heights

Waste Management by WAMCO for Environment Sees Leaps

With the delivery of specialized vehicles to accelerate this transformation of urban waste management, backed by The Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in the Maldives, Waste Management Corporation (WAMCO) marked a significant step towards the management of plastic waste. Two electric vehicles (EVs) were among the six cars that UNDP…