ISSB’s New Standards for ESG Reports: Adoption Progress in Southeast Asia
In June 2023, the International Sustainability Standard Board (ISSB) issued new standards for ESG reports. ... Read more
Lawmakers
Tackling Noise Pollution for Quieter and Healthier Cities
Noise pollution in urban spaces is an overlooked threat to public health and the ecosystem.... Read more
Australia Introduces the Right to Disconnect for All Workers
In February 2024, Australia introduced the Right to Disconnect in its Fair Work Act update to prevent workers’ exploitation through connectivity.... Read more
Tackling Agricultural Emissions in the Greater Mekong
As both an essential food source and a major greenhouse gas emissions contributor, how to tackle agricultural emissions in the Greater Mekong countries?... Read more
Toward Environmentally Sustainable Refugee Camps with the CAMP+ Initiative
Providing refugee camps with adequate facilities and minimal environmental impact is important. The CAMP+ initiative aims to address this.... Read more
Looking into Women’s Participation in Politics
Women’s participation in politics and leadership positions is essential for sustainable development. However, they are still largely underrepresented in political settings.... Read more
Preserving the Role of Tropical Wetlands as a Home for Endangered Species
In light of climate change and global biodiversity loss, preserving tropical wetlands and their role as habitats for endangered species is essential.... Read more
The Threat of Invasive Alien Species
An assessment report on invasive alien species explores this underestimated threat to biodiversity and ecosystems and how to navigate it.... Read more
Improving Human Development in Asia-Pacific Through Policy
As inequality and uncertainty grows, how can policy drive the structural change needed to mainstream human development in Asia-Pacific?... Read more
Sustainable Built Environment: What makes a net-zero building?
The urban population keeps increasing. How do we create a more sustainable built environment and what does a net-zero building entail?... Read more