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Vital for life, heat and power—what you never knew about salt waterWater
Vital for life, heat and power—what you never knew about salt water
Salt water is literally the most common substance on the surface of Earth, and could be the key to a more sustainable future, writes University of Queensland's Timothy Duignan. -
More Asian firms are selling sustainability—but are consumers buying it?Companies in Asia are coming up with innovative business solutions to solve the world’s myriad of challenges. But they cannot do it alone. Asia’s billions of consumers need to show that they’ll pay for sustainability.
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Study lays out oil palm development scenarios in BorneoA Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) report shows how three possible scenarios for future oil palm development will affect West and Central Kalimantan in Indonesia.
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For people working to protect nature, cities can no longer be an afterthoughtUrban areas present an interesting challenge—and a big opportunity—for groups that traditionally focus on saving pristine places.
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5 myths about palm oil[The EB Podcast] Palm oil is blamed for many environmental and social ills, from deforestation to child labour. How true are these assertions? -
In Pakistan, a high mountain water pipe brings a bonus: peaceBetter water storage and a more secure supply mean conflicts over water are declining - and harvests are growing. -
Pay more for your clothes, Bangladesh workers tell global fashion brandsBangladesh raised the minimum wage for garment workers to $95.5 a month, the first increase since the 2013 fatal factory accidents. But workers say this is still not enough. -
It's time to train accountants in sustainabilityHow can you manage what your accountant isn't trained to measure, asks Leanne Keddie from Concordia University.
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The promise and peril of blockchainFrom carbon-based cryptocurrencies to reward programmes for green projects, blockchain is helping tackle issues of transparency, accountability and traceability. What are the most innovative uses of blockchain, and is it actually working?
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Opinion
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How the urban nexus will make your city more resource efficient– The way that cities are conceived, planned and managed does not always recognise the interconnections between the different systems they run on. But this must change if we are to address future challenges, says Dr Steffen Lehmann.
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As more super storms affect Asia, we must typhoon-proof our cities– Typhoon season in Asia is an annual, grim reminder of the need for more resilient infrastructure as the impact of climate change intensifies. Arcadis’ John Batten III talks about how cities can prepare themselves for worse weather.
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Google searches reveal where people are most concerned about climate change– If online searches are a window into the questions that are playing on society’s collective mind, what does Google say about how concerned Australians are about climate change?
Videos
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As climate risks surge, flood barriers rise in Britain– The risks of tidal flooding are worsening across much of Britain—and that is leading to more protective barriers being put in place.
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Humans, fish, and other animals are consuming microfibres in our food and water– As tiny fibers shed from synthetic textiles invade our bodies, researchers scramble to identify potential threats.
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Can Singapore build more sustainable industries?– At this year's Eco Action Day Industry Roundtable 2018, participants discussed how to build more creative and resourceful industries and infrastructure for a more sustainable Singapore.
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Changing Course: The beginning– Changing Course, the Eco-Business film and photography exhibition, brought together thought leaders, NGOs, and Singapore businesses to discuss and learn about climate action.
Industry Spotlight
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Starting the digital revolution in sustainabilityDigital tools can help companies to better keep track of their sustainability footprint, goals, initiatives and progress, with even the United Nations calling digitalisation key to achieving the Sustainability Development Goals. Here’s a look at how US-based Gensuite is using technology to help businesses.
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Can EVs be green if they run on fossil fuels?How green is an electric vehicle that runs on fossil fuel-based electricity? Will the car run out of charge? Anxiety and misinformation are among the key barriers to greater EV adoption.
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Will sustainability ever trump price for Asian consumers?People often say they will pay a premium for sustainable products. But there’s a difference between what people say in a survey and what they actually do in a store. Are Asian consumers ready to pay more for green goods?
Feature Series
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Have we overlooked the human side of palm oil production?Recognising that environmental issues in the palm oil industry have their roots in social problems is a big step towards resolving them, say experts. Why, then, have environmental concerns overshadowed social issues in media reports and activist campaigns?
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Why we need to rethink how we produce foodWith rapid urbanisation sweeping Asia-Pacific, the food industry is under pressure to feed 4.5 billion people with nutritious food that doesn’t cost the Earth.
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From breathing walls to rain-harvesting canopies: The coolest tech at Singapore Green Building Week
International Green Building Conference 2018
From breathing walls to rain-harvesting canopies: The coolest tech at Singapore Green Building Week
If Asia’s sprawling built environment is going to thrive in a future shaped by climate change, technology will have to help. Here are some of the coolest tech innovations Eco-Business saw during Singapore Green Building Week. -
Singapore International Water Week 2018: A milestone in water
Singapore International Water Week celebrates 10 years of excellence
Singapore International Water Week 2018: A milestone in water
The recent edition of the Singapore International Water Week was a high-water mark for a conference celebrating its tenth anniversary, with more than 24,000 people in attendance and nearly $23 billion worth of deals and opportunities unveiled.
Podcasts
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5 myths about palm oil[The EB Podcast] Palm oil is blamed for many environmental and social ills, from deforestation to child labour. How true are these assertions?
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Writing the future together[The EB Podcast] In this concluding episode of the Let’s Write the Future series, we explore how the rise of renewable energy, the electrification of transport and the Fourth Industrial Revolution are changing our lives, cities, and the world.
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The future of innovationTechnology evolution is widely regarded as the key to managing challenges such as climate change and inequality; but there's also the risk that the changes arising from this won't make society better. How do we get innovation right?
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Implementing the future[The EB Podcast] What are the hardware, software, and financing challenges the world needs to navigate before the enticing vision of the Fourth Industrial Revolution becomes a reality? And what are the risks to avoid along the way?
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