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As Asia's aviation sector grows, will its airports gain green wings?Asia will drive the growth of the global aviation industry in the next 20 years, expanding the region’s role in ensuring that the industry becomes less taxing on the environment. Here’s a look at what Asia’s airports are doing to prepare for a future of low-carbon aviation. -
Southeast Asia will be hardest hit by melting ice; governments urged to speed up changeCarbon & Climate
Southeast Asia will be hardest hit by melting ice; governments urged to speed up change
450 million people in the region live in low lying coastal zones. Singapore is funding more research on sea level projections and will share what it knows to help its neighbours plan for adaptation measures.
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UK lawmakers to count environmental cost of mass tourismAs global tourism accounts for about 5 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide, British authorities say they will start scrutinising the impact of government policy on the environment. -
Recruitment agency for the ethically-minded launchesFor jobseekers who value corporate behaviour as much as their pay cheques, a new recruitment firm could match them with companies that share their values. Citizen Kind aims to open in Asia by next year.
Opinion
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12 years to save the world? No, the real climate deadline is the end of 2020– Decisions the world's politicians make about carbon emissions over the next 18 months are critical for the survival of life on earth, climate scientists say—and Asia could be where the climate fight is won or lost. -
Beyond renewables: How to reduce energy-related emissions by measuring what matters– Despite the uptick in renewable energy usage, global emissions have steadily increased. World Resources Institute's John Woolard argues that commitments to 100% renewables will not alone curb the worst impacts of climate change. -
Six ways to fill your wardrobe with sustainable clothing– In response to the environmental crisis of fast fashion, the fashion industry is taking active steps to introduce recycling and reduce waste. But how can individuals make easy choices and adopt more environmentally-friendly styles?
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Want to save the planet? Move to Wales– What can you do to help quell the devastating impacts of climate change? Start life on a greener path in the countryside.
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As climate risks surge, flood barriers rise in Britain– The risks of tidal flooding are worsening across much of Britain—and that is leading to more protective barriers being put in place.
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From boxing Barbie to 'suffragette' flashmob—world to mark International Women's Day
Policy & Finance
From boxing Barbie to 'suffragette' flashmob—world to mark International Women's Day
– A study released on Wednesday shows women in every country still do far more unpaid work, like childcare and chores, than men. -
Highlights: Day one at the 1.5C conference on climate change in Oxford– More than 200 climate science and policy researchers, economists and social scientists have descended this week on Keble College in Oxford for a two-day conference entitled “1.5 degrees: Meeting the challenges of the Paris Agreement.”
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