#concrete News
As extreme heat events become more frequent, Asian cities are under pressure to protect their most vulnerable citizens.
Carbon & Climate
What are chief sustainability officers prioritising in 2024?
Asia’s sustainability heads foresee some relief from reporting burdens this year, but articulating the financial value of social, biodiversity and climate-related impacts, engaging suppliers and staying ahead of regulations will keep them busy.
As illegal sand mines continue to harm river ecosystems and communities in India, a non-profit initiative launching this month empowers journalists, activists and concerned citizens with data.
Cities
Activists slam scheme to cull Sri Lanka’s crop-raiding macaques, export 100,000 monkeys to China
Following the Sri Lanka Agriculture Ministry’s confirmation of a request from a Chinese company to import 100,000 toque macaques for their zoos, environmentalists have mounted protests over fears that monkeys may be used for medical experiments or as a food delicacy.
Green Buildings
Benjamin Huang appointed head of sustainability at Fonda Global
#concrete Opinion
As cities grow and heat up, it’s time to get rid of your air-conditioner and have more plants in your homes.
