Scientists have known for decades that soaring atmospheric carbon dioxide emissions are causing changes in ocean chemistry, threatening marine life and ecosystems.
In February, the United Kingdom had provided a grant of US$450,000 to the Philippines, but additional funding for ecosystem restoration and the country's implementation of its blue economy roadmap will be needed.
Water tests from the Kok and Sai rivers near Thailand’s border with Myanmar have revealed elevated arsenic levels, leading Thai officials to warn citizens to avoid contact with river water.
To encourage greater water reuse, India must prioritise infrastructure development, implement sound policies and allow private sector participation.
Oleh
Anshuman
Indonesia’s capital has poor water infrastructure. Existing water resources should be reused to avoid a water crisis.
Oleh
Eka Permanasari dan
Denis Teoman
Across the region, it’s never been more critical to cultivate a resilient healthcare workforce capable of addressing climate-induced public health issues.
Oleh
Gabriela Fernando dan
Angie Bone
Despite being on other sides of the planet, Jakarta and Iowa are staring down similar issues around water hygiene and supply.
Oleh
Eka Permanasari, Dian Nostikasari dan Derry Wijaya
Worldwide, 100 million families are stuck in a cycle of poverty and disease because of the lack of access to clean water. What would it take to slake humanity's thirst for water in a sustainable way?
Greenpeace International urges global clothing brands to apply sustainable manufacturing practices, and stop the use of hazardous chemicals that cause water pollution by 2020