The United Nations has declared sand mining as
One of the major sustainability challenges of the 21st century.”
The world consumes over 50 billion tonnes of sand each year, which is enough to
build a wall 27 metres high and 27 metres wide around the Earth every year”
Sland is a proven and viable substitute for sand
RLF has removed the need for beach sand from the production of our building blocks.
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Royal Lalanga Fononga's mission
Royal Lalanga Fananga (RLF) is a dedicated organisation committed to identifying and implementing effective solutions to address the unique issues faced by Pacific nations. From climate change and environmental degradation to sustainable development and community empowerment, we connect with Communities to create positive change in the Pacific.
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How we work
Our collaborative process
By working closely with governments, NGO's, businesses, and investors, we facilitate joint efforts to address pressing environmental issues. Our collaborative processes foster innovative solutions, enabling us to develop comprehensive strategies that promote sustainability and resilience in the region.
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RLF’s vision is to foster an environmentally sustainable construction sector in the Kingdom of Tonga, and the Pacific, which preserves our sandy beaches for future generations, and protects our land, our livelihoods, and our lives.
Ideas & solutions
At RLF, innovation drives change. We collaborate with Pacific communities, leaders, and experts to develop tailored solutions addressing the region’s unique challenges.
Supply chain development
Resilient supply chains are the backbone of thriving Pacific communities.
Strategy & Implementation
Vision without action is a dream. RLF transforms innovative ideas into impactful realities through meticulous planning and effective execution.
Infrastructure development
Modern and sustainable infrastructure is key to empowering Pacific nations.
Training
RLF is committed to building capacity and transferring knowledge within Pacific communities through working hand-in-hand with them.
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Why we need a substitute for sand
The United Nations has ranked sand mining as one of the major sustainability challenges of the 21th Century. The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) highlighted the urgent need to find solutions towards curbing the overexploitation of our finite sand resources. It is estimated that the world consumes over 50 billion tonnes of sand each year, which is enough to “…build a wall 27 metres high and 27 metres wide around the Earth every year”.
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