Vulnerability to Natural Hazards

To address vulnerability to natural hazards, the project is investing in solid waste management, wastewater management and sanitation, and renewable energy in Vanua Levu. The project is working to reverse environmental degradation, preserve natural and cultural tourism assets, and improve health, hygiene, and cleanliness, which in turn affect the destination’s attractiveness. Addressing these risks is especially important as climate change amplifies public health risks from water-borne and vector-borne diseases. The project is also working to  preserve tourism assets through the maintenance, rehabilitation, and reconstruction of roads, public transport facilities, and traffic infrastructure, and park and greenery development. There are also urban beautification initiatives in Savusavu and Labasa to improve the attractiveness of the towns as destinations, as well as make them more livable for residents.