The Eco-Business A-List
This content series is dedicated to examining what makes an outstanding sustainability professional, and the challenges they face doing their jobs.
On-campus activism could sometimes be viewed with suspicion in the Singapore varsities. For Tan, who played an important role in helping set up Singapore's Inter-University Environmental Coalition, constant conversation with the establishment, rather than confrontation, can help all sides see one another's perspective.
News / Transport
Replacing traditional tricycles with e-trikes in tropical Boracay – a transition that needs to be just: GerWeiss Motors chief
The firm can't just dictate that drivers go electric, says Sean Gabriel Villoria, who is leading a push for more islands across the Philippines to adopt the use of electric-powered tricycles. It also needs to help raise their incomes.
News / Waste
To solve Asia’s single-use sachet waste problem, promote reuse: Jakarta-based start-up founder Bintang Ekananda
Trying to collect and recycle the palm-sized packets has not worked for Indonesia, said the co-founder and director of Alner. The start-up wants to collaborate with large corporations such as Unilever to push for a “reuse-and-refill” model.
News / Carbon & Climate
Fuelling decarbonisation with nanotechnology: From academia to commerce
Dr Rozzeta Dolah faces high barriers in her journey towards producing sustainable aviation fuel, but these challenges have spurred her to commercialise climate-friendly solutions to support Malaysia's decarbonisation push.
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News / Green Buildings
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News / Carbon & Climate
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News / Carbon & Climate
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News / Carbon & Climate
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