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Is the future of renewable energy in Asia to share it?If Asia is to rise to the clean energy challenge, then sharing energy between countries will be one way to deal with intermittency issues. But political obstacles aside, how will it work? -
Charging ahead? India's electric car revolution faces bumpsAuto giants are nervous and charging stations still few as India aims for a switch to electric vehicles by 2030.
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Indonesia bans products labeled ‘palm oil-free'The Indonesian food regulatory agency says there’s an implication that products labeled “palm oil-free” are healthier, which would constitute false advertising. -
Water pollution an 'invisible threat' to global goals, economists warnA World Bank report warns of the ripple effects of water pollution on the health, economies, education and agriculture of rich and poor countries alike.
Legislation Opinion
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Climate code red: we need a quicker transition to renewables– At the upcoming United Nations climate summit in New York, leaders from government, finance, business, and civil society must show far greater ambition in combating global warming than they have done so far. And a faster transition to sustainable energy will be key to accelerated efforts. -
The fast track to clean energy– One of the biggest questions for policymakers, investors, and ordinary citizens is whether the development and adoption of clean-energy technologies will take place slowly or rapidly. There is ample evidence to suggest that it will happen quickly, and that those beholden to fossil fuels will soon be throwing good money after bad. -
Ensuring sustainable finance for family planning– The Trump administration's defunding of sexual and reproductive health services worldwide has underscored developing countries' vulnerability to the whim of donors. Given the importance of sexual and reproductive health to development, governments must take action to ensure adequate funding.
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An environment minister's vision for Malaysia– Nine months after she was appointed to lead Malaysia's environment ministry, Yeo Bee Yin spoke to Eco-Business about gender equality, plastic pollution and boosting the country's green industry.
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Four things to know about the circular economy– How is it different from recycling? Hint: It's about the bigger picture.
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