Plastic waste mismanagement is killing our environment
The writer says the government needs to invest more time in helping create policies and frameworks that promote elimination of plastic waste.
Environment
PM Hun Sen backs ‘green economic, investment zones’ for Asean
He suggested that the climate change mitigation-oriented deal cover a wide range of areas such as energy, environment and finance.
Firms in Indonesia struggle to go green in energy use
Experts say, until the government creates an enabling environment, firms will struggle to achieve a low carbon footprint in the country and Green energy infrastructure will not…
Getting it right for net zero by 2050
Singapore's longer path to announcing its intention to reach net zero by 2050 should be viewed as a reflection of its commitment to tackling the climate crisis.
Some early lessons from Pakistan floods
Even when the floodwaters continue to inundate nearly a third of Pakistan, it is still possible to identify what needs to be done going forward.
Climate change is real. So are illegal structures on Pakistan’s riverbeds. Will we ever learn?
Pakistan will witness even more intense weather events now that the mercury has risen to 1.2 degrees C compared to the pre-industrial levels.
Miss Universe Thailand kicks off Bangkok trash separation scheme
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt, in appointing Anna Sueangam-iam, said the new campaign would bring huge savings while also turning garbage into an asset.
Charsadda administration closes down flood relief camp housing nearly 15,000 people
Videos and photos on social media had shown widespread devastation as crops were washed away and houses were submerged.
‘Plastic surgery’: Cambodians tackle waste issue
The shift from selling plastic to natural products had definitely affected his business, said 42-year-old Namg Kinine, but he accepted the losses.
G-20 ministers at odds at Bali climate action meeting
Indonesia;s Environment and Forestry Minister said the meeting chair would be issuing a summary of discussions instead of a joint communiqué as a result of the differing views.