Suva, Fiji 18 December 2025– Fiji has taken a major step forward in climate leadership with the successful completion of a Train-the-Trainers Workshop on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory and Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV). The workshop empowered national and regional experts to become trainers, equipping them with the technical skills and confidence to lead climate transparency initiatives across the Pacific. 

Held from 8–17 December at the University of the South Pacific (USP), the workshop directly strengthens Fiji’s capacity to track emissions, enhance data credibility, and meet international climate reporting obligations under the Paris Agreement. Participants left the workshop confident and prepared to train others, creating a multiplying effect that will benefit communities, policymakers, and institutions across the region. 

Delivered in partnership with the Fiji Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), and USP, the workshops were organized under the Fiji Capacity Building Initiative for Transparency (CBIT), jointly implemented by MECC, GGGI and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF).  

As a key CBIT deliverable, the workshop focused on further strengthening technical capacity in Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) methodologies, Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) tracking, and sector-specific inventory preparation covering energy, waste, agriculture, forestry, and industrial processes. 

Ms. Genevieve Jiva, Manager of the Department of Climate Change, highlighted the initiative’s strategic significance – “Building a robust climate transparency system requires not just technical expertise, but partnership, consistency, and commitment. This workshop is a key step in Fiji’s climate action journey.” 

USP facilitators emphasized the broader impact on regional capacity-building. Ms. Jeanette Mani, Subject Matter Expert, noted, “USP is well positioned to integrate these vital skills into the university’s climate programs, preparing the next generation of Pacific leaders.” Dr. Francis Mani, Associate Professor, said, “Familiarity with IPCC methodologies is essential for teaching and developing accurate GHG inventories.” 

Participants reported immediate benefits from the training. Ms. Kesaia Masirewa from the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji said, “This workshop has significantly enhanced my confidence, emphasizing the importance of collecting and sharing accurate emissions data.” Dr. Krishil Ram, Energy Consultant and Academic, added, “Understanding the MRV process and IPCC guidelines has been invaluable in improving our data credibility.” 

Mr. Norbert Maass, GGGI Country Representative for Fiji, Kiribati and Tuvalu, highlighted the full scope and significance of the workshop: “This is a full programme for a reason: Fiji and the Pacific region need trainers who not only understand the content, but who feel confident in teaching it. I also want to acknowledge the key role of USP in this journey. These Micro-Qualifications are not just part of a project; they are becoming part of USP’s academic ecosystem. As many of you know, the Fiji CBIT project is built on strong collaboration. Government, USP, and GGGI have worked side by side to design the new Micro-Qualifications, prepare the course materials, and now deliver this training. That teamwork is something we should all be proud of.” 

The workshop represents a key step in building resilient systems, empowering local trainers, and supporting Fiji’s commitments under international climate frameworks. 

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GGGI Pacific (Regional Office)  

Mihwa Wi, CBIT Project Manager | mihwa.wi@gggi.org  

Kelly Vacala, Regional Communications & Knowledge Sharing Lead| kelly.vacala@gggi.org