Kampung Berkah: Harnessing Zakat for Poverty Alleviation in Indonesia
Kampung Berkah is a program by the regional Amil Zakat National Agency that harnesses zakat for poverty alleviation in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.... Read more
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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
Africa Climate Summit 2023: Economic development opportunity in global decarbonization efforts
African leaders convened at the Africa Climate Summit 2023 to discuss about Africa's green growth potential.... Read more
Malaysia Launches ESG Disclosure Guide for Small-to-Medium Enterprises
Capital Markets Malaysia launched the Simplified ESG Disclosure Guide (SEDG) to support Malaysian SMEs in developing their ESG disclosure.... Read more
Can Zoos, Aquariums, and Botanical Gardens Help with Animal Conservation?
More zoos, aquariums, and botanical gardens must shift their operations towards ethical practices to support animal conservation.... Read more
Australia Rejected the Recognition of Indigenous Australians in the Constitution
Australian voters rejected a referendum proposal that would recognize Indigenous Australians in the constitution.... Read more
Paths to Achieve Decent Work for Domestic Workers
The International Labour Organization’s research explores the challenges and work required to achieve decent work for domestic workers.... Read more
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
Lack of Electricity Grid Development Can Hinder Energy Transition
A report by the International Energy Agency shares insights on progress on global electricity grid development for energy transition.... Read more
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