The appointment of the former Forest Stewardship Council director general comes as the Indonesian paper giant works towards re-association with the eco-certifier. It has not been an FSC member since 2013.
Small-scale hydropower systems, combined with solar panels to increase renewable energy supply, have been supporting efforts in Sabah to improve access to clean and stable electricity in underserved villages.
The contributions of the world's biggest philanthropic foundations are important, but have unintentionally deterred more high net worth individuals from stepping up to give, says an executive from Asia's largest network of social investors.
Financial institutions are 'underperforming' in lending to aquaculture, which is perceived to be too risky, said experts at the Indonesia edition of the Unlocking capital for sustainability forum.