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Tuvalu is a small atoll nation located in the Central Pacific, consisting of nine islands which cover a land area of 26 sq km. Even though Tuvalu is small, the limited land area and ongoing migration to the main island results is a high population density in Funafuti.

This short animation provides an overview for Niue residences on proper waste disposal practices. It highlights the environmental and health risks associated with illegal dumping and open burning of waste, and encourages residents to make use of the free household waste collection service. The animation advises that by choosing to recycle and dispose of waste responsibly, households can contribute to a cleaner and healthier Niue.

Short animation to provide Tuvalu communities an overview of their recycling initiative, the Waste Levy. The animation explains how residents can recycle eligible items and earn money, while also highlighting the environmental benefits of reducing litter and keeping their island clean. By taking part, communities contribute to a healthier environment, support local recycling efforts, and help protect the natural beauty of our Pacific home.

Tuvalu’s waste management system is guided by the Tuvalu Integrated Waste Policy and Action Plan (2017–2026), which aims to create cleaner and healthier islands by focusing on prevention, minimization, reuse, recycling, recovery, and safe disposal of waste.

PacWastePlus assisted the Niue Government to implement e-waste and asbestos management activities. This short video provides a summary of the activities undertaken.

This document provides a roadmap of actionable steps Niue Department of Environment (Niue DOE) officers took to coordinate the export of shipments, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the export partners.

The proposed Niue Waste management bill is a legislative instrument designed to provide for a coordinated management of solid waste in Niue. The Bill seeks to provide a safe and effective management of all waste produce in Niue to decrease impacts to the environment and community health.

As a Party, Niue is obliged to enact national regulations to bring the conventions into the national regulatory framework. It is these national laws and regulations that then provide the implementing mechanisms to manage asbestos and ensure compliance with the conventions.