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Findings from 350 peer-reviewed studies show continuous global exposure from everyday products, healthcare devices and emerging climate technologies. A new report suggests lifestyle changes and plastic-free alternatives to lower risks.
Corporate Responsibility
Singapore SMEs are struggling with sustainability, but for some it’s a competitive edge
Rising costs, consumer apathy and slowing climate action are holding Singapore’s SMEs back on sustainability – but for some, being green is a competitive edge that boosts the bottom line.
Corporate Responsibility
New wave of restructuring at Coca-Cola affects sustainability teams
The consumer goods giant is cutting jobs across departments and geographies, with sustainability teams affected globally including in Asia Pacific.
The city's disposable tableware ban which comes into force today has spooked small retailers over the price of "sustainable" items. Limited composting facilities is another concern. But NGOs hail the territory for the scope and breadth of measures to cut plastic pollution.
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Philippines takes first steps to plastic currency notes
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Food & Agriculture
Musim Mas is taking a good hard look at its conservation efforts
1 December 2021
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Policy & Finance
Asia Pacific needs to ramp up births, deaths registration
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Corporate Responsibility
Janet Neo to lead sustainability at Lazada
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