KOROR, Palau (Mar. 10,2026) Government agencies, state leaders, research institutions, and conservation partners met on 4-5 February at the Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) to advance the development of the Palau Coral Reef Action Plan. This national plan aims to strengthen the protection and management of Palau’s nearshore marine environment. The meeting was organized […]
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PICRC extends sincere thanks to supporters–$140,000 raised at Gala to support mission
The Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) celebrated its 25th anniversary on Thursday, January 15, with a fundraising gala dinner held at Ngarachamayong Cultural Center. Centered on the theme “25 years of Ocean Stewardship: Rooted in Community, Grounded in Science, Empowered by Commitment” (Luich ma Eim el Rrak er a Okerreuil a Debel Belau: Ultuil […]
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‘Preserving Paradise’ Campaign Debuts in Palau with New Corporate–Conservation Alliance
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (Dec. 11, 2025) — “It is time that companies like us not only walk the walk, but talk the talk,” said Dr. John Rivera, IP&E’s Director of Human Resources, setting the tone for the launch of IP&E’s “Preserving Paradise” campaign Thursday at the Palau Royal Resort. The event, witnessed by […]
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Nationwide Study Shows Strong Public Support for Palau National Marine Sanctuary
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — A new nationwide study shows that a strong majority of Palauans continue to support the Palau National Marine Sanctuary (PNMS), viewing it as key to protecting marine resources and ensuring food security for future generations, though gaps in awareness and access to affordable pelagic fish remain challenges. The Palau […]
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Former PICRC Intern accepted to UH Mānoa Marine Biology Graduate Program
Ms. Alexi Meltel, a former Palau International Coral reef Center (PICRC) intern, has been accepted to the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa (UH Mānoa) Marine Biology Graduate Program for Fall 2020. Her master’s thesis advisor is Professor Robert Richmond, who is the director of UH’s Kewalo Marine Laboratory and also a member of the Board […]
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Ngaraard and Ngeremlengui dominate the 2021 Arts & Tides Calendar Contest
Ngaraard and Ngeremlengui Elementary Schools had the highest number of winners of the 2021 Arts and Tides Calendar Contest, with 5 students from each school. Ngaraard had the highest percentage of participation with 79% of students submitting artwork. Ngeremlengui had 36% of students submit artwork. On May 25 and 26, Palau International Coral Reef Center […]