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Organic material is biodegradable ma􀆩er such as vegeta􀆟on from yard clean-ups, kitchen scraps (food); garden cu􀆫ngs, grass, and branches, and paper. Combined data from waste audits in the Pacific found that approximately 40% of waste disposal to our landfills and dumps is organics.

Waste received at the main landfill in Vanuatu comprises 35% beverage containers, which are also seen as litter and in dumpsites or burnt in pits. Vanuatu is highly vulnerable to natural disasters, but lacks resources and infrastructure to safely and effectively manage the waste caused by these events.

Tuvalu’s Outer Islands have not received significant support for waste management, and do not: • Have facilities to participate in the Waste Levy (implemented in Funafuti 2019) so all items are disposed to the environment or dumps. • Have understanding of the presence of Asbestos and impact on human health

Asbestos Contaminated Materials are prevalent in Tonga. Studies done in 2014 and 2015 documented asbestos containing materials in many public and private buildings. These buildings pose a risk to human health due to the potential for release of asbestos fibres.Asbestos Contaminated Materials are prevalent in Tonga. Studies done in 2014 and 2015 documented asbestos containing materials in many public and private buildings. These buildings pose a risk to human health due to the potential for release of asbestos fibres.

Timor-Leste currently has five main hospitals throughout its provinces, and most of these have a limited focus on healthcare waste management. Waste segregation in hospitals is attempted, but not effectively managed, as there is currently no operational way to manage the waste generated.

Landfilling recyclable and organic materials leads to significant environmental challenges. Organic waste decomposing in landfills under anaerobic conditions generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change

Improper management of electronic waste (e-waste) poses significant environmental and health hazards. Toxic substances such as lead, mercury, and cadmium can leach into soil and water, contaminating ecosystems and harming wildlife .

The overflowing Jable–Batkan dumpsite in Majuro is the urgent problem for waste management faced in the Republic of Marshall Islands

Hazardous waste management remains a challenge in Papua New Guinea, where exposure to toxic substances and chemicals have adverse impacts on public health and the environment. Increased exposure to hazardous waste is known to cause disease and create serious health problems.

Improper management of end-of-life tyres poses significant environmental and public health risks. Discarded tyres can leach harmful chemicals, including heavy metals and toxins, into soil and water sources, contaminating ecosystems and drinking water.