Global warming made wind speeds around 10 percent stronger and rainfall greater by between 20 and 30 percent, according to an analysis by World Weather Attribution.
19 hours agoEven if removing carbon dioxide works, it can do nothing to mitigate other aspects of climate change, from sea level rises to changes in ocean circulation, scientists said in research published in the journal Nature on Wednesday.
3 days agoForests nearly the size of Ireland were lost in 2023, with 6.37 million hectares of trees felled and burned, "significantly exceeded" levels that would have kept the world on track to eliminate deforestation by the end of the decade.
4 days agoNepal is reeling from its worst flooding in decades after ferocious monsoon rains swelled rivers and inundated entire neighbourhoods in the capital Kathmandu, killing at least 236 people.
1 week agoAcutely vulnerable to climate change, migratory birds offer valuable clues to scientists about how our warming planet is affecting wildlife, from their shifting migration patterns to their body weight.
2 weeks agoAgrifood systems contribute to a third of global greenhouse gas emissions – further intensifying climate impacts that disrupt agricultural productions.
1 day agoJokowi's decision to reverse the decades-old ban on sea sand exports, whether in part or whole, raises the classic dichotomy of can versus should and disregards not only the contemporary issues of climate change and sustainability, but also the very reasons the policy was imposed in the first place.
3 days agoThe Dayak people and their traditional wisdom, which promotes harmony between humans and nature, can inform modern conservation methods and efforts toward sustainability for future generations.
4 days agoWhile concerns over maritime boundaries and sovereignty resulting from sea sand exports appear manageable, environmental issues must be taken seriously.
1 week agoAn expedition team has found a thriving population of the endangered owa jawa (Javan gibbon) in the forests of Mount Sanggabuana in West Java, recording a total of 311 individuals.
1 week agoThe environmental degradation, biodiversity loss and erosion of coastal communities outweigh the short-term economic benefits of exporting marine sediment to Singapore or other countries.
2 weeks agoWith their history of jihadi-inspired unrest and terrorism, both Indonesia and Malaysia have an interest in a swift resolution to the Gaza conflict.
2 weeks agoDefending the environment is a precarious occupation in Southeast Asia, where kidnapping and abuse against human rights activists across all fields is as commonplace as businesses flouting environmental protections, often in cahoots with law enforcement.
4 weeks agoThe messages of Pope Francis and the example of Indonesia show the world and all people in it that different views and beliefs can promote harmony in diversity, so long as we all make an conscious effort to work together toward it.
1 month agoPope Francis’ visit brings attention to these pressing issues and calls for stronger environmental policies to protect Indonesia’s natural resources and the communities that depend on them.
1 month agoIndonesia needs a comprehensive strategy to reduce its reliance on imported LNG that strikes a balance between social, environmental and economic factors in achieving energy self-sufficiency, while contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.
1 month agoThis coming week, Indonesia prepares to welcome the second pope to ever visit the country since 1989, who brings with him a timely message of peace, justice and humanity amid democracy's ailing health across the globe.
1 month agoThe cloud-kissed forest is a birdwatcher's paradise home to some 600 bird species, like cotingas, with their vibrant patterns and unique features, and around 270 mammal species.
1 month agoFood companies must continue to innovate as public awareness grows about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle and consumer preferences evolve to prioritize healthy food choices.
1 month agoBank Maybank Indonesia has strengthened its commitment to environmental sustainability by launching two major initiatives as part of the Maybank Marathon 2024, a mangrove planting activity and the inauguration of an organic waste management facility. This year marks the 13th Maybank Marathon, scheduled for Aug. 25, with the start/finish at the Bali United Training Center, Gianyar, Bali. Maybank Indonesia remains committed to integrating sustainability principles into the Maybank Marathon.
1 month agoIndonesia is home to several species of crocodiles that regularly attack and kill humans.
1 month agoPlantations and Commodities Minister Johari Abdul Ghani also pledged to halt deforestation in Malaysia, saying 54 percent of the country was forested and that the level would not fall below 50 percent.
1 month agoMaga, a 74-year-old woman, raised concerns when she did not return home on Wednesday, prompting a search by relatives.
1 month agoA hydropower project reportedly requires 16 types of permits, including a consent statement from residents and an environmental impact analysis (Amdal), notorious for taking years to issue.
1 month agoPublic awareness campaigns highlighting the benefits of refillable cosmetics and sustainable practices can drive consumer demand for such products.
2 months agoThe government's massive, 2 million-hectare sugarcane plantation must adopt and implement an integrated approach to sustainability that considers environmental and indigenous rights as well as adheres to international standards while involving the Papuan people, both from the get-go and at each stage of the project.
2 months agoRelocating the nation's capital to Nusantara requires a holistic approach across the economic, political and social ecosystems that involves both domestic oversight and international resources, but it can be done.
2 months agoPreserving inland fisheries is preserving our heritage; ensuring that our pursuit of livelihoods harmonizes with our natural legacy, fostering a future where both people and the environment thrive in balance.
2 months agoOpponents of deep sea mining suffered a serious setback Friday when they failed to take a first step toward an international moratorium on the controversial practice.
2 months agoThe ministry, however, said no permits would be issued anytime soon, saying it required several review processes and the selection needed to be done carefully.
2 months agoMuhammadiyah, a major Muslim group known for its environmentalist stances, is facing a backlash from grassroots members and activists for welcoming a government policy that allows religious organizations to manage state-owned mines.
2 months agoOne crew member of the MT Terra Nova was killed when the tanker capsized in Manila Bay, nearly seven kilometres (4.3 miles) off Limay municipality in Bataan province, as it sailed to the central city of Iloilo.
2 months agoIndonesia will commit to reef restoration while local non-profit groups will use conservation fund money to support projects that directly benefit reef ecosystems as well as sustainable livelihoods for those that rely on them.
3 months agoSome Indonesian Muslims believe in sustainable mining, arguing that exploiting the environment can meet current needs without sacrificing those of future generations.
3 months agoThe TreeMap, a conservation start-up, used high-resolution imagery from several satellites and two decades of data from the long-running Landsat programme to map mines and related infrastructure and track deforestation.
3 months ago