Inaction on plastic ban is killing our environment
This lack of implementation has become the hallmark of the Bangladeshi environment authorities, a trend that stretches as far back as 2002 when Bangladesh became the first country…
Environment
China sets out proposals to prepare for massive renewables push
The payoff could be a more efficient power system that can absorb a bigger share of clean energy, according to Bank of China International Research.
Amnesty calls for global action as extreme heat waves wreak havoc on human rights
A lot of the public health advice on avoiding exposure to heat presupposed that people could afford to stay indoors, negotiate different working hours, and access adequate water,…
Indonesia to phase out single-use plastics by 2029
Environment and Forestry Minister Siti Nurbaya Bakar said the plastic products targeted by the ban included Styrofoam for food packaging, plastic straws, plastic cutlery and…
Parliaments should play stronger role in protecting environment: Vietnam official
Vice-chairman Nguyen Khac Dinh also stressed the need to allocate budgets properly, and ensuring that the realisation of climate commitments of countries is suitable to their…
How air treatment solutions can help tackle Thailand’s PM2.5 pollution problem
The issue of PM2.5 dust pollution has spurred various political parties in Thailand to propose policies aimed at controlling dust intensity and mitigating its impact on public…
Return of sea sand exports sparks controversy in Indonesia
While miners welcomed the decision, environmentalists have slammed the policy, warning that it will lead to an increase in sand extraction, which they say will be detrimental to…
Prolonged, intense heat expected from June to October, raising risk of haze, fires in south Asean
Parts of South-east Asia have been scorching under record heatwaves since April.
Unlocking Bali’s plastic tourist trap
Plastic waste is not unique to Bali, but Bali can lead the way to inspire new approaches to plastic waste management.
Fragile ecosystem, species at centre of protection efforts
With rising temperatures, survival has become even more challenging for the limited number of individuals in the wild, namely the Chinese alligator.