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Deforested mangroves show strong recovery potential: study
Human and natural disturbances have driven global declines of mangrove forests, which serve as critical protection for coastlines and fisheries.
The conservation biologist argues that paying closer attention to urban nature can help cities become healthier, more resilient and more connected to their ecological roots.
Wearing breathable textiles like cotton is becoming a form of heat adaptation, but for many Dalit families, they remain out of reach.
The government expects electricity consumption to rise 2.5 per cent annually through 2035 and plans nearly 26 GW of new thermal capacity to meet demand.
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24 June 2026
News / Policy & Finance
AI's societal risks make governance a business-wide challenge in Singapore
23 June 2026
News / Corporate Responsibility
SpaceX's rock bottom ESG rating reignites debate over sustainability scores
News / Policy & Finance
Q&A: Why climate politics cannot be separated from Indigenous sovereignty and justice
News / Policy & Finance
Why China’s Belt and Road oil-and-gas boom is different this time
News / Carbon & Climate
Singapore unveils coastal defence rules requiring long-term protection against rising seas
22 June 2026
Opinion / Food & Agriculture
Taking women farmers seriously
Opinion / Policy & Finance
How (not) to conserve tropical forests
News / Policy & Finance
Taiwan to ease sustainability reporting burden, draft anti-greenwashing rules
News / Corporate Responsibility
Climate standards group SBTi launches new net zero rules to help Asia turn climate pledges into action
News / Policy & Finance
Sustainable finance still growing in Asia as real economy moves towards decarbonisation
19 June 2026
Opinion / Transport
Why the electric SUV boom is a problem for climate, health and equity
Opinion / Cities
Eco‑literate children can be stewards of nature
News / Policy & Finance
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