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As extreme heat events become more frequent, Asian cities are under pressure to protect their most vulnerable citizens.
Policy & Finance
Are reports of climate adaptation finance being exaggerated?
Critics say finance to help developing countries adapt to climate change is being miscounted, with more rigorous accounting needed.
With heatwaves roasting cities, chief heat officers try to protect people from temperatures so high 'the body can't cool down'.
Waste
Singapore’s world-first integrated waste and water treatment facility hit by construction delays
The Tuas Nexus plant promises to cut the carbon footprint of waste and water treatment and boost recycling rates. The delay could affect plans to cut food waste and puts pressure on Singapore's ageing incinerators as domestic waste volumes continue to rise, industry watchers say.
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