Islands Business

Mapping the future before the water arrives

In Tonga, a quieter but significant climate initiative is underway. With support from the UNDP, the country is preparing to complete full national LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) mapping of its low-lying islands in 2026, creating the first comprehensive…In Tonga, a quieter but significant climate initiative is underway. With support from the UNDP, the country is preparing to complete full national LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) mapping of its low-lying islands in 2026, creating the first comprehensive…Expert summary pending. Showing the newcomer version.