Fiji Environmental Law

Environmental and planning law in Suva, Nadi & Labasa

With increasing pressure on governments, businesses and individuals to operate in environmentally responsible and sustainable ways, Environmental and Climate Change Law is more relevant than ever. Our practice supports clients across the public and private sectors to navigate the complex legal, regulatory and policy frameworks governing environmental protection, climate action, and sustainable development.

We provide strategic legal advice, compliance support, and advocacy in relation to:

• Advice and legal opinions on climate change law, environmental obligations and sustainable practices;
• Environmental and climate change policy drafting, review and implementation
• Environmental permitting, compliance and regulatory approvals, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and development consents;
• Environmental due diligence for infrastructure, extractive, tourism, commercial and residential developments;
• Environmental litigation, including judicial review, enforcement actions, and disputes arising from pollution, land degradation, or biodiversity impacts;
• Legal redress for environmental damage and harm, including contamination, erosion, flooding, and unlawful land clearing;
• Energy law and private power generation, including renewable energy, microgrids, pricing arrangements, and regulatory compliance;
• Stakeholder engagement, public consultation, and facilitation of community agreements;
• Capacity building and legal training in environmental governance and climate law.

We are committed to helping clients meet their environmental responsibilities and climate goals while ensuring compliance with evolving legal standards, national policies, and international obligations.