Exploring Gendered Impacts of Disasters
In a policy brief, UN Women explores the gendered impacts of disasters in Asia and the Pacific, particularly during heatwaves and drought.
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South Asia
FAO Shares Recommendation for Wildlife-Human Interaction in the Asia-Pacific
Through its recent publication, FAO emphasizes the importance of preserving the balance of the wildlife-human nexus.... Read more
Airbus and the Indian Institute of Petroleum to Develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel
In light of the aviation industry boom, Airbus and the Indian Institute of Petroleum collaborate to develop India’s own sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).... Read more
‘Hooked on Peace’ Engages Youth and Storytelling to Promote Indigenous Languages and Cultures
The ‘Hooked on Peace’ project explores how youth can help promote Indigenous languages and cultures through storytelling.... Read more
An Interview with Manoj Kumar Rustagi, Chief Sustainability & Innovation Officer at JSW Cement
“For us, innovation is the key to working on other levers, and this has to be supported by policies that encourage demand for low-carbon products and finance to enable capital investments in new technologies.”... Read more
An Interview with Sandeep Chandna, Chief Sustainability Officer at Tech Mahindra
“At Tech Mahindra, our journey is guided by setting ambitious targets and goals against each of our sustainability initiatives, wherein we measure the impact of our sustainability initiatives, emphasizing transparency and a commitment to continuous enhancement.”... Read more
Empowering Local Communities to Revitalize Chilgoza Forests in Pakistan
In Pakistan, The Restorative Initiative has been working with local communities to restore Chilgoza forests.... Read more
Expanding Rural Electrification for Sustainable Agriculture in India
A new study calls for the expansion of rural electrification coverage beyond households to support the agriculture sector in India.... Read more
Progress of Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health in Asia-Pacific Countries
A new study by WHO Regional Office for Southeast Asia reveals the progress of maternal, newborn, and child health in Asia-Pacific countries.
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Are Democracy and Climate Change Connected?
A report by the International IDEA shares insights on the relationship between democracy and climate change in Asia-Pacific.... Read more