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Environmental Issues In Indonesia: A Growing Concern
Indonesia's mix of geographic location, large population and historically poor government environmental oversight have caused significant issues to grow over the last several decades. Now,...
Air Pollution in India: Devastating Health Effects
India may be turning a corner towards improving its air pollution levels, despite the country being far from claiming victory over its deadly smog.
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The Indian Election, Public Policy and Climate Impacts – Podcast
Attributions speaks with ISB Professor Anjal Prakash about the Indian elections in the context of climate change and public policy.
ADB Loan Adds to Indonesia’s Coal Problem, New Investigation Finds
According to a report by Inclusive Development International and other environmental and human rights groups, the vague terms of the ADB’s USD 600 million loan...
Climate Change in Mexico: Impacts and Lacklustre Policies
Climate change has already impacted Mexico, and projections show that these impacts will grow during the coming century. However, Mexico's climate policy is inadequate, raising...
The Effects of Heatwaves in Asia Are Becoming More Severe
Consecutive years of extreme and deadly heatwaves mean Asia's vulnerable communities and groups need urgent protection from their dangers.
Extreme Weather
Global Temperature Rise: Where We Stand on the Path to 1.5°C
Scientists consider achieving the 1.5°C target a long shot. However, if global leaders opt for deep emissiona cuts starting today, the world will have a...
Climate Change in Nepal Puts Tourism Livelihoods Under Threat
Tourism Specialist Anu Kumari Lama shares her insights on the escalating impacts of climate change on Nepal’s tourism industry — and how communities are coping...
Climate Action in India: A Crucial Priority For the Next Leader
India’s 2024 parliamentary elections will take place under the shadow of yet another heatwave – a stark reminder that the country’s next leadership will have...
Economics
‘Heatflation’ is Driving Up Food Prices. What Can Be Done?
Heatflation is here, and vulnerable communities will suffer the most from rising food prices and undernourishment without collective global climate action.
Saudi Arabia’s Environmental Issues: At Odds With Fossil Fuels
Saudi Arabia is facing significant climate change-related issues, yet it is one of the world's top oil-producing countries. This juxtaposition will be a major economic...
Impact of Climate Change on Tourism
The tourism industry must embrace and embed climate change solutions to safeguard its own future from escalating impacts.
Nature
Universal Forest License Could Multiply Environmental Issues in Indonesia
Deforestation has long been one of the greatest environmental issues in Indonesia. The country’s biofuel drive threatens large areas of forests.
COP28: Band-Aid Solutions While Natural Ecosystems Are On Edge
At COP28, leaders demonstrated more ambition than any previous conference to date regarding natural ecosystem preservation. Yet, the feet dragging on the fossil fuel phaseout...
Asian Monsoon is Transforming Due to Climate Change and Pollution
The Asian monsoon is vital to safeguard harvests and water supplies and to generate energy. But, climate change is making it unpredictable.
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Solar Energy in Nepal: Why It’s Important?
Nepal has significant solar energy potential that is largely undeveloped. Government support and public-private partnerships are necessary to capitalise on this low-cost renewable energy solution.
Climate Justice Solutions for a Fair and Sustainable Future
Addressing the structural inequalities perpetuated by climate change and prioritising the needs of the most vulnerable are critical to advancing climate justice solutions and building...
Why Is Climate Justice Important?
In the first of a two-part series, we explore issues of climate injustice connected to efforts to decarbonise our world. In part two, we explore...
Solar Energy in India: A Powerful Healthcare Solution
Thousands of India’s rural healthcare facilities operate without adequate energy supply. Decentralised solar systems can bridge energy access gaps and enhance health care as a...