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From electricity-producing dancefloors to giving the planet a cut of profits, the music industry is putting climate centre stage.

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British rock band Coldplay's release of its arena tour sustainability report – it is one of few artistes to do so – brought it extra attention. Korean pop powerhouses are starting to align themselves with the climate movement. Observers say it is a good start, but claims need to be scrutinised.

Similar efforts must be undertaken by major markets across Asia, in parallel with stemming deforestation and cutting industrial meat production, Singapore-based consultancy Asia Research and Engagement said.

Glenn Hurowitz, CEO and founder of Mighty Earth

Netflix, Napoleon and solutions engineering: the founder and CEO of conservation group Mighty Earth Glenn Hurowitz explains the model behind convincing the world's biggest carbon polluters to change how they do business.

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Switching menus so meat is not the default option dramatically reduces meat consumption. But will the effects last? By Johanna Meier

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Meat: only on Mondays

Meat and diary production are major sources of greenhouse gas emissions. The message from scientists is clear - we need to rethink what we put on our plates. By Arabesque

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Novel food firms are dreaming big about market expansion, but first they must overcome diners' doubts and a huge cost hurdle.

The origin of Covid-19 is believed to be a market selling live wild animals. Eco-Business asked Anbarasi Boopal of Singapore-based animal welfare charity Acres about the link between the exploitation of animals and pandemics, and what can be done to curb the illegal wildlife trade.

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EB Studio What are the latest trends in the alternative proteins industry today? The Eco-Business podcast discusses new hybrid products, more localised offerings and cheaper prices due to economies of scale.

EB Studio Nobody likes being told what to eat, but changing diets could make or break climate action. The Eco-Business Podcast explores how best to convince people to choose food good for people and planet.

A Singapore-based firm has just hatched a new plant-based egg product. The company's founder, Vinita Choolani, tells the Eco-Business Podcast why plant-based eggs will soon be a popular addition to nasi lemak and fried noodles dishes all over the region.

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