Companies and retailers want us to believe that cotton bags or other alternatives to plastic bags are environment-friendly. Is this merely a greenwashing tactic?
Environment
China’s potential to become Indonesia’s close partner in energy transition is negatively affected by the reputation of its power plant and mining projects, which have caused environmental damages.
This article reviews how the Indonesian electoral system and political funding scheme create a condition where only individuals with significant economic capital could participate in politics. The oligarchs, whose interests collide with Indonesia’s agenda of environmental protection, are a force to reckon with in the run up to Pemilihan Umum 2024 (the 2024 General Election – Pemilu).
Development not only brings about benefits but also detriments. This article highlights the societal burdens which has yet to be addressed in Indonesia’s development of a new Smart City capital.
Though currently more expensive to implement, Malaysia’s transition to a low-carbon economy is beneficial in the long-term. Benefits include new business opportunities and employment avenues.
Climate change is just one of the multipronged environmental issues like deforestation, pollution, water scarcity, etc. Why are global leaders adamant on choosing a harmful path to meet the Net Zero target by 2050?
Brunei is adopting a holistic approach to mitigate climate change by engaging society and other concerned organisations.
Education is vital in ensuring the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals 2030 (SDG 2030) and beyond. Is Malaysia’s education system ready for such an important role?
Climate change has globally imposed unprecedented impacts on the countries in the Global South. Brunei Darussalam has now been taking new steps forward to cope with the climate changes.
Development of a Smart City in the new capital, Kalimantan, has been touted to balance both environmental and industrial considerations. This is debatable as land losses since development started has yet to be replaced.