Vuda
-
$1.4B Fiji Waste-to-Energy Project Divides Vanua o Vuda as Public Consultations Continue
– Tensions flare as a $1.4 billion waste-to-energy project divides Vanua o Vuda landowners, with debates over land status and who benefits shaping ongoing consultations. – Public talks reveal deep rifts in Vuda: elders and opponents clash over land rights, benefits, and the path forward for a high-stakes energy plan. – As consultations continue, the…
-
Fiji’s UN envoy urges transparent, science-based review of the $1.4B Vuda-Saweni waste-to-energy project
Fiji’s UN envoy sharply questions a proposed $1.4B waste-to-energy plant at Vuda-Saweni, demanding complete, science-based transparency on air, water, and health impacts before any decision moves forward. Citing past operator controversies and regulatory uncertainties, he signals that public safety and environmental safeguards must come first in this high-stakes debate.
-
Fiji civic space in focus as permit denial blocks Vuda anti-waste-to-energy march
A planned peaceful march in Vuda over a controversial waste-to-energy project has been blocked, sparking a debate about civic space, transparency, and how communities voice environmental and livelihood concerns in Fiji’s development path.
-
Lautoka protest against Vuda waste-to-energy project called off after police deny permit
Police refused the permit for a planned Lautoka march opposing the Vuda waste-to-energy project, leaving local and overseas supporters disappointed. Organisers say the denial strikes at democratic rights and raises questions about why the protest was blocked. The dispute over the project continues to spark debate and uncertainty.
-
Vuda Saweni landowners oppose $1.4B waste-to-energy plant, hand letter to Fiji PM Rabuka
Vuda and Saweni landowners are stepping up opposition to a proposed waste-to-energy plant, submitting a formal challenge to top government authorities. The move spotlights concerns over livelihoods, coastal resources, and community health as protests and petitions gain momentum. A high-stakes debate unfolds over where such a project fits with local land rights and environmental safeguards.
-
Fiji Saweni–Vuda Waste-to-Energy EIA Faces Fresh Scrutiny Over Site Location and Consultant Credentials
Fresh scrutiny surrounds a proposed $1.4 billion Waste-to-Energy project in Saweni–Vuda as locals press for tighter checks on the Environmental Impact Assessment. Questions about consultant registrations, site identification, and independent data have sparked a broader debate about waste management and green energy.
-
Public Submissions Open for Fiji’s Vuda-Saweni Waste Project EIA as Government Clarifies Authority
Controversy over Fiji’s Vuda-Saweni waste project heats up as officials say the Environmental Impact Assessment must run its course, unless the proponent withdraws. Public submissions are open until April 22, with independent experts and social-impact reviews weighing in on the project’s future. A separate state-backed waste facility with international partners is moving forward in parallel,…
-
Vuda Committee Clarifies Advisory Role in $1.4B Waste-to-Energy Project Amid Ongoing Consultations
The Vuda Resources Development Committee offers a cautious update on a proposed $1.4 billion waste-to-energy project. It stresses its advisory role, says no decision has been made yet, and highlights ongoing consultations with traditional custodians, ministries, and independent experts. The emphasis is on due process, diligence, and safeguarding community interests.
-
Vuda waste-to-energy project faces local backlash as opposition MP demands transparent approvals and safeguards
An opposition MP’s bid to pause a proposed waste-to-energy plant in Vuda sparks questions about approvals and how locals were consulted. With concerns about health, environment, and livelihoods, the debate tests Fiji’s approach to waste, development, and community safeguards.
-
Vuda–Saweni Residents Unveil Billboard to Oppose Naikorokoro Point Waste-to-Energy Plant
A bold new billboard in the Vuda–Saweni corridor signals rising local opposition to a planned waste-to-energy facility at Naikorokoro Point. Described as a symbol of community unity, the sign marks another chapter in a growing public debate over the project.