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As Singapore emerges from the pandemic, sustainability offers jobs and other opportunitiesPolicy & Finance
As Singapore emerges from the pandemic, sustainability offers jobs and other opportunities
The pandemic has exposed gaps in current systems and given corporations the impetus to invest for the future, said experts at a virtual dialogue by Eco-Business and Sembcorp Industries. How can governments, businesses and society take the better road to recovery? -
Hotels used to house Singapore’s migrant workers as Covid-19 cases continue to surgeThe country’s migrant workers, most of whom are low-wage, have thus far been put up at places such as army camps and vacated public housing blocks as part of safe distancing measures. Going forward, cruise ships may be deployed.
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Covid-19 and the increase in domestic violence in Asia PacificWith more countries undergoing lockdown to reduce the spread of Covid-19, the dangers of another public health issue—domestic violence—become apparent. -
Cut the paperwork: Malaysia urged to make social enterprise scheme simplerAs well as recognising social enterprises so they can attract more business, the scheme offers tax deductions and access to grants.
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India can stop palm oil deforestation in Southeast Asia– As the biggest consumer of palm oil, India can take a lead in demanding ethical production that can stop deforestation in Southeast Asia and reduce air pollution. -
Asean's road to a green economic recovery– Faced with a grim economic outlook, how can Asean member states include the clean energy transition in their Covid-19 recovery plan? -
How the pandemic can revolutionise climate policy– Policymakers should look beyond mainstream economics and engage with people who understand complex systems, in the same way that they listen to epidemiologists and doctors during a pandemic, argues Roland Kupers.
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Highlights from Ecosperity Week 2019– Eminent speakers and thousands of attendees discussed strategies for a resource-efficient future at Ecosperity Week 2019. As they heard about the science of global warming, delegates were called upon to be part of the solution.
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Don't be spectators: UNDP boss calls on corporates to act on climate– The IPCC's climate warning is an opportunity for the business world to show leadership, said UNDP's Achim Steiner in the opening speech at the Responsible Business Forum in Singapore.
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Can Singapore build more sustainable industries?– At this year's Eco Action Day Industry Roundtable 2018, participants discussed how to build more creative and resourceful industries and infrastructure for a more sustainable Singapore.
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‘Nourishing by Nature’: How dairy could help address growing food insecurity in Southeast Asia
Food & Agriculture
‘Nourishing by Nature’: How dairy could help address growing food insecurity in Southeast Asia
– Dutch milk company FrieslandCampina takes part in the fight against growing food insecurity in the region with one glass of milk at a time.
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