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'Crisis in the making': new report throws doubt on feasibility of Asia's gas projectsTwo-thirds of proposed liquified gas terminals and power plants are unlikely to be built, due to cost, policy and infrastructure woes, according to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis. -
Five sustainable solutions to help tackle extreme heat in South AsiaFrom painting roofs to geothermal air conditioning systems, accessible and sustainable cooling tools exist to help address the growing problem of heat stress, which is worsening due to climate change.
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While negotiators wrangle at COP26, South Asia chokes in toxic airAir pollution is a cross-border problem in the northern plains of South Asia that needs to be tackled through regional cooperation, but political will is missing. -
The blame game and missing money: your guide to COP26Next week, representatives from countries worldwide will haggle on strategies to drive down emissions and barter on policies to prevent a climate crisis. Here is your guide to the key debates and issues.
Opinion
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What developing countries need to reach net zero– One-size-fits-all policies to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions will not work. Unless developed countries recognise the challenges confronting developing and emerging economies and take appropriate steps to help them achieve net-zero emissions, we will all be worse off. -
How droughts and floods lead to migration — and 7 things governments can do to help– Policymakers must prepare for the consequences of water crises by adopting improvements that address the concerns of those vulnerable to migration. -
Human exploitation and environmental harm: What is the connection?– When forced labour practices are part of supply chains, it is reasonable to ascertain that environmental degradation may be present too.
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