‘Greenwashing’ concerns raised as Indonesia offers carbon trade at COP30
Indonesia will become a global center for a high-integrity carbon market that would contribute to real and measurable climate action, said Indonesia’s COP30 delegation leader…
Chao Phraya River still critical — Bangkok on 48-hour flood watch
The Thai capital’s 88-kilometre flood barrier has been inspected for strength, with all 4.35 km of weak spots and construction zones now reinforced with sandbags up to…
From pledges to progress: Can COP30 move the needle on climate action?
Almost 200 countries will gather in Belem, Brazil, from November 10 for two weeks to discuss how pledges made under the Paris Agreement can be implemented.
Phasing out a third of coal power plants in Asia can reduce around 1 billion tonnes of CO2 each year
This is equivalent to roughly a third of the European Union’s emissions in 2024.
Nepal’s air turn toxic, as authorities look the other way
Air pollution cuts Nepalis’ lives by over three years and causes 26,000 premature deaths per year, says World Bank.
Typhoon Fung Wong damages over 1,800 classrooms in the Philippines
According to the Department of Education, most of the affected classrooms—1,182 in total—sustained minor damage, while 366 were heavily damaged and 261 were completely…
How UN climate talks shaped carbon market, and what COP30 means for carbon trading in Southeast Asia
The carbon market allows parties to buy carbon credits from projects elsewhere in order to meet their emissions targets set under the Paris Agreement, which aims to limit global…
Philippine President Marcos approves 1-year state of national calamity
The declaration will hasten rescue, recovery, relief, and rehabilitation efforts, including the facilitation of international humanitarian assistance. It will also authorise the…
At least 2 dead, over 1.2 million evacuated as Super Typhoon Fung Wong whips Philippines’ largest island Luzon
Rescue teams raced to reach isolated communities as the storm’s fierce winds and torrential rain cut off power, toppled trees, and flooded wide areas. Authorities warned of…
Japan observes tiny tsunami following 6.9-magnitude quake
A powerful offshore quake struck northern Japan, triggering brief tsunami advisories and minor waves along the coast. Train services were suspended and buildings swayed, though no…