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Innovative solutions to reduce plastic waste and mitigate climate change impacts in the PhilippinesWaste
Innovative solutions to reduce plastic waste and mitigate climate change impacts in the Philippines
A fossil fuel-derived material that is highly polluting to the environment, plastic is a huge problem in the Philippines, a country that consistently tops rankings for the most vulnerable to climate impacts. -
Bottled water giants back new global plan to cut plastic wasteThe new scheme plans to create tradable "plastic credits" by 2021 to incentivise recycling in developing nations, on similar lines to carbon offsets.
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How 2.4 billion gamers might help save the planetThe fastest growing media platform in the world can be harnessed to deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals, a new report from the UN Environment has found. -
Regulation can hinder—not help—Asia's social enterprises, analysts sayAcross Southeast Asia, social enterprises are helping narrow inequality and create livelihood opportunities. But governments could be supporting ethical business the wrong way.
Incentives Opinion
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Sooner or later, we have to stop economic growth—and we'll be better for it– The end of growth will come one day, perhaps very soon, whether we’re ready or not. If we plan for and manage it, we could well wind up with greater well-being. -
Can we achieve universal electricity access without coal?– Ensuring underserved populations have reliable, clean and safe access to electricity is a $1.2 trillion opportunity, says ADB's Yongping Zhai. -
EV or not, Malaysia does not need another national car project– A third national car manufacturer would deter sustainable development in Malaysia, argues Malaysian Youth Delegation’s Mike Campton.
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With 'unforgettable' bag, Malaysian shoppers paid to cut plastic waste– Tesco launches "unforgettable bag" in Kuala Lumpur in an effort to shift away from single-use plastic bags and reduce pollution.
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