Towards Sustainable Tourism in Batanes Islands, the Philippines
Batanes Islands in the Philippines is the latest region to join the UNWTO International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories... Read more
SDGs Goal 15
Rubber Plantations Cause More Deforestation Than You Think
A new study reveals a more accurate picture of how rubber plantations in Southeast Asia caused significant deforestation.... Read more
Combating Wildlife Crime with Enhanced International Collaborations
Wildlife crime is an international issue. An ICCWC report shares the progress and actions needed in combating wildlife crime worldwide.... Read more
Malaysia and Indonesia Struggle with Transboundary Haze in Southeast Asia
This year, the transboundary haze hits Southeast Asia, especially Malaysia and Indonesia hard, causing unhealthy levels of air quality.... Read more
New Study Says Earthworm Contribute to Global Food Production Through Soil Health
Living organisms are important for soil health. A study reveals the impacts of earthworm on the productivity of global cereal and legume crops.... Read more
Caution Against Prioritizing Carbon Market Above Ecosystem Conservation
Ecologists warn of the dangers of prioritizing tree-planting for the carbon market above biodiversity and ecosystem conservation.... Read more
UNCTAD Launched a Tool to Track Biodiversity-Based Products in Trade
The TraBio statistical products and classification aim to establish a universal standard for trade statistics in biodiversity-based products.... Read more
Animal Welfare in Sustainable Development
In achieving a better life for people and the planet, the issue of animal welfare in sustainable development must not be left behind.... Read more
Food Loss and Waste in Southeast Asia
There are things to note on the current landscape, challenges, and pathways to reduce food loss and waste in Southeast Asia.... Read more
UNEP Report Shares Recommendations to Improve Sand Sustainability
The “Sand and Sustainability: 10 strategic recommendations to avert a crisis” report aims to bring attention to global sand sustainability.... Read more