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Arctic cruises accused of leaving indigenous people in the coldIndigenous communities are being "overwhelmed" by ships that drop up to 1,000 passengers in small villages but offer no employment opportunities. -
With banana leaf lamps, H&M backs firms promising social changeRetailers are under growing pressure to prove positive social and environmental impact amid worries about labour exploitation, waste and pollution.
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Universities worldwide are setting zero-carbon targets—are Asia's varsities stepping up?Institutions in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada are leading the charge, but those in Asia are no laggards. Which varsities in the region feature in climate action rankings, and how are Singapore universities faring? -
How can the fashion business make recycled garments sexy?An estimated US$500 billion is lost every year from barely worn clothing that is landfilled or burned. Can Asian consumers tap their growing spending power to change the fashion industry for good?
Lifestyle Opinion
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Why the fight against climate change will never be won with capitalism– Our current socio-economic system is built on the exploitation of both people and planet, causing inequality and environmental devastation. To save a world on the brink of ecological and social disaster, calls for greener, more efficient capitalism won’t cut it, writes Zafirah Zein. -
Will fast fashion brands change their ways in a climate crisis?– Large fashion retailers are announcing their commitment to sustainability, but their business models, which encourage consumption and waste, have not changed. Are their sustainability claims a sham? -
Cashing in on the waste sorting revolution– Waste separation rules have changed the lives of Shanghai residents and created opportunities to make money.
Lifestyle Videos
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What you need to know about sustainable cooling and climate change– What makes cooling such a hot topic when it comes to climate change? This year's #Innovate4Climate summit will look at the problem and potential of sustainable cooling.
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What is it like being a woman working in palm oil?– In an industry dominated by men, what can a palm oil company do to ensure gender equality?
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More than a nature series, Netflix's Our Planet is a call to action– Narrated by renowned environmentalist David Attenborough, Netflix's latest documentary series is a stunning insight into the world of animals and an urgent plea to protect their fast disappearing habitats.
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An electrifying solution to improve livelihoods– In line with the Sustainable Development Goals' aim to eradicate poverty, a Japanese multinational electronics firm is providing power supply stations, solar storage and products to countries with little or no access to electricity.
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