PM2.5 pollution can cost Bangkok up to US$177 million, experts say
The crisis is impacting tourism, healthcare costs and productivity, say experts, as industry leaders call for stricter measures to tackle root causes.
Environment
Indonesia pitches green energy investments at WEF meeting
The government promoted Indonesia as a destination for renewables investments, highlighting its abundant energy sources and sustainability principles as it aims to achieve energy…
China completes testing of Fukushima seawater
Based on various monitoring data that had been collected so far, there is no evidence yet indicating that the ocean discharge has had an impact on marine life in the relevant area.
Priceless waters: The Jakarta Post
Indonesia's seas and coasts should remain open to ensure the livelihoods of coastal communities and protect marine biodiversity.
103 schools cancel classes due to worsening PM2.5 pollution in Bangkok
Bangkok Metropolitan Administrator (BMA) Governor Chadchart Sittipunt stated that he has authorised school directors to independently decide whether air quality in their areas…
Ultrafine dust to engulf most of South Korea until Thursday
The persistently high concentration levels of ultrafine dust are due to atmospheric stagnation, allowing fine dust generated domestically and flowing in from abroad to continue to…
Nepal hikes Everest climbing fee to $15,000
Per the new rules, every two climbers must hire a guide to scale 8,000-metre mountains.
Mekong Delta braces for saltwater intrusion up rivers as dry season begins
The delta typically experiences saltwater intrusion from the sea through river mouths during the dry season from December to April. This year, however, it is forecast to exceed…
Breathing death in Bangladesh: The air that kills
Air pollution is directly responsible for 102,456 deaths in Bangladesh annually. That's more than the total number of fatalities caused by road accidents or diseases.
Up to 32 dead in Myanmar jade mine collapse, search suspended
Although the exact number of missing people has not been released, sources close to the administration said that there were nearly 70 missing people.