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Global increases in beach sand temperatures are predicted to skew hatchling sexratios of marine turtle populations towards female bias. Currently, shade structures and fresh-water irrigation are management strategies used to cool nest temperatures, but require resources that are limited at remote rookeries. Here, we report on a novel investigation that used seawater irrigation as a sand-cooling method. Various volumes of seawater were applied to sand to deter-mine the optimal application required to lower sand temperatures at nest depth to produce male-biased sex ratios.

This is a newsletter about what has been happening lately around the globe. From bushfires in Australia to COVID-19 pandemic and then to Tropical cyclone Harold that hit our neigbhouring countries (Fiji, Vanuatu, Tonga and Solomon Island). Mainly these problems are caused by climate change around the world which affects the health of people and their environment that they live in.

This island nation contains many marine eco-systems, from globally significant coral reefs to mangroves, seagrass areas, seamounts and deep-sea trenches supporting at least 769 fish species, including sharks and rays, as well as whales, dolphins and sea turtles.

Asian Development Bank. ADB supports the Federated States of Micronesia’s Action Plan 2023 by prioritizing investments in energy, water supply and sanitation, and basic education; and providing technical assistance that supports public administration reforms.

Asian Development Bank member fact sheet. ADB assistance to the Cook Islands focuses on increasing electricity generation from renewable energy sources, improving internet connectivity, enhancing information and communication technology, and strengthening resilience to natural disasters

Asian Development Bank member fact sheet. ADB is working to promote renewable energy sources, shore up energy security, raise educational standards, strengthen public financial management, and improve governance in the Marshall Islands.

Asian Development Bank member fact sheet. ADB supports Kiribati in maintaining fiscal sustainability, improving the business climate, upgrading water and sanitation services, rehabilitating roads, and addressing the effects of climate change.

Asian Development Bank member fact sheet. ADB’s country partnership strategy for Fiji focuses on promoting private sector investment, broadening access to quality services and economic opportunities, and reducing economic volatility.

Asian Development Bank member fact sheet. ADB’s priorities in Papua New Guinea have recently focused on developing transport infrastructure, promoting renewable energy, expanding access to finance, and improving health services.

Asian Development Bank. ADB’s program in Tonga focuses on investments in energy, information and communication technology, transport, and water and urban infrastructure that will reduce the costs of key services and improve overall productivity.