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Makanan & Pertanian
Taking women farmers seriously
Rather than designing solutions for half the farming population, agricultural researchers, policymakers, and others must consider the specific needs and preferences of women farmers in developing countries. Only then can the huge female agricultural labour force reach its potential to ensure food security and drive economic growth.
An intense heatwave across India and Pakistan is exposing the growing risks of extreme heat and humidity as climate change drives more frequent and severe weather extremes.
Karbon & Cuaca
Trees and greenery can cool cities by as much as 18°C – but only if they’re the right type
Trees are one of the most popular responses because they provide shade and reduce the amount of heat absorbed by surrounding surfaces. But outdoor comfort depends on more than air temperature alone.
New research finds urban trees can cut city heat almost in half, though unequal tree cover and rising temperatures mean greening alone will not shield cities from worsening climate extremes.
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Karbon & Cuaca
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War and weather show how fragile food systems are - we must act
26 December 2025
Karbon & Cuaca
How insurance can transform our resilience to climate shocks
18 December 2025
Polisi & Kewangan
India’s climate diplomacy must account for domestic inequalities
16 December 2025
Makanan & Pertanian
India’s food waste is turning into an environmental time bomb
17 November 2025
Karbon & Cuaca
COP30 must do good, not just avoid harm
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Why the climate crisis must reshape how we think about war
16 September 2025
Polisi & Kewangan
Climate resilience is a strategic investment
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Polisi & Kewangan
Nature risk is financial risk
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Polisi & Kewangan
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Singapore unveils coastal defence rules requiring long-term protection against rising seas
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AI’s societal risks make governance a business-wide challenge in Singapore
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