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United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Historic canals take centre stage as Kochi, India aims to blunt fallout from climate change
In Kochi, a major port on India’s western coast known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea,” a dense network of rivers, creeks and canals was once the lifeline of …
UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Small island nations: How oceans offer solutions to climate change
New analysis unpacks how small island developing states are leveraging the ocean for climate action, calling for more …
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Climate change could reduce GDP in developing Asia and the Pacific by 17% by 2070
New Asian Development Bank (ADB) research finds the impacts of climate change could reduce gross domestic product (GDP) …
ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
World Wetlands Day 2024: Securing the health and wellbeing of Asean communities
The Asean Centre for Biodiversity joins the global celebration of the World Wetlands Day 2024 with the theme, …
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News / Policy & Finance
How climate change threatens reproductive health in Asia
A growing body of evidence shows that reproductive health risks rise with climate change in Asia, as experts … -
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News / Manufacturing
Passport for fashion aims to end industry greenwashing
Passport for textiles could verify green claims as global fashion seeks to reduce its environmental footprint. -
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News / Cities
AI, bans and facial scans: Digital frontiers in 2026
Gen Z protests, internet shutdowns, surveillance and AI: looking into the digital landscape of 2026. -
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News / Lifestyle
Taiwan parks fall short on plastic reduction as circular economy drive gathers pace
Visitor survey finds continued use of single-use toiletries and plastic bags in protected areas. -
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Opinion / Manufacturing
Can the fashion industry adapt to a warming world?
COP30 agreed to triple adaptation finance, but the fashion industry needs adaptation measures now.
