Tag: Climate Crisis
How does Indonesia’s palm oil industry fuel the climate crisis?
Environmentalists fear surging demand for the versatile product may drive mass deforestation in Indonesia... exacerbate climate crisis
UN chief says Pacific territories face climate ‘annihilation’
Nations agreed to strive for the target in 2015 Paris climate agreement, but estimates indicate that the world is not on track to achieve it
Decolonization, the climate crisis, and improving media education in the Pacific
It is important for the international community to keep an eye on the ball about what is important to the Pacific
New study urges ‘just transition policy’ to accelerate Philippines’ RE development
This approach can help fulfill the country's projected energy demands, making it a crucial strategy for sustainable energy development
Over 1,000 Hajj pilgrims die amid record heat, AFP reports
A climate scientist interviewed by AsiaNews pointed out that temperatures in Mecca are increasing by 0.4 degrees Celsius each decade
Study shows global shortfall in 2020 CO2 emission targets
The study highlights the insufficient ambition of the targets set and the powerful impact of economic and demographic growth on emissions
Greenpeace urges Philippine government to adopt ‘climate damages tax’ amid extreme...
With potential revenue reaching USD 720 billion by the end of the decade, the tax could significantly aid the most vulnerable countries
Greenpeace calls for action as Philippines battles record heatwave
Greenpeace is calling for a multi-pronged approach to address the crisis and build resilience for the future.
Heatwaves put millions of children in Asia at risk: UN
Global monitors have warned that 2024 is shaping up to be the hottest year on record, marked by climate extremes
Faith-based group calls for stronger heat safety measures amid rising temperatures
Bishop Alminaza echoed Pope Francis’s stance highlighting the intrinsic link between the dignity of work and worker safety
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