Mainstreaming Low-Carbon Construction Through Ancient Practices
Can heritage and ancient practices be used today as low-carbon construction to support sustainable development?
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The Global State of Hunting Small Cetaceans
A report by Pro Wildlife and Whale and Dolphin Conservation examines the state of hunting small cetaceans, its impacts, and opportunities for change.... Read More
Haiti’s Political Turmoil Escalates into Humanitarian Crisis
In Haiti, the political turmoil that has escalated into a violent multidimensional crisis has pushed the country to the brink of a humanitarian catastrophe.... Read More
ILO Urges the Inclusion of Domestic Workers in Care Policies
Despite the significant role of domestic workers in providing care services, their absence in care policies still needs to be addressed.... Read More
SMART-NTU’s New Method to Measure Peatlands’ Carbon Storage and Condition
The new method by the SMART-NTU team aims to calculate the amount of carbon that can be stored in raised peatlands, also known as bogs.... Read More
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
Local Women Produce Alternative Charcoal to Minimize Deforestation in Uganda
To help halt deforestation in Uganda, local women began making alternative charcoal briquettes out of food scraps. ... Read More
The FARM Programme Aims to Help Reduce Pesticides and Plastic Usage in Agriculture
The FARM Programme aims to help farmers reduce pesticides and plastic usage and transition to organic agricultural practices.... Read More
Better Infrastructure and Systems Needed for Textile Recycling
As the majority of our fashion waste still goes to landfills, better infrastructure and systems are needed to support textile recycling.... Read More
Paraguay’s Electricity Is Entirely Sourced from Renewable Energy, Hydropower
The world still largely relies on fossil fuel to generate electricity. In contrast, Paraguay stands out by exclusively sourcing its electricity from renewable energy.... Read More