Read more about the article Indonesia Sees Surge in Sustainable Palm Oil Certification Among Independent Farmers
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Indonesia Sees Surge in Sustainable Palm Oil Certification Among Independent Farmers

For Indonesia, which is the world's largest producer of palm oil, the expansion of RSPO certification among smallholders is a promising step towards balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility. FOLLOW…

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Read more about the article Typhoon Bebinca and Super Typhoon Yagi Devastate Asia, Highlighting Growing Climate Vulnerabilities
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Typhoon Bebinca and Super Typhoon Yagi Devastate Asia, Highlighting Growing Climate Vulnerabilities

Typhoon Bebinca and Super Typhoon Yagi underscore the increasing severity of storms fueled by warming ocean temperatures—a trend scientists have long warned about. As extreme weather events become more frequent and intense, the human and economic toll on developing nations, particularly in Southeast Asia, is set to rise.

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Read more about the article Managing Asia’s Healthcare Waste and Emissions Amid Increasing Climate Risks
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Managing Asia’s Healthcare Waste and Emissions Amid Increasing Climate Risks

The healthcare sector is responsible for up to 5 percent of global carbon emissions—surpassing even the aviation and shipping industries—and its impact is expected to triple by 2050 if left…

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Read more about the article PLN Inaugurates Ground-Mounted Solar Power Plant in West Java, Marking a Milestone in Indonesia’s Clean Energy Transition
The largest ground-mounted solar power plant in Indonesia with a capacity of 100 megawatt peak (MWp) in the Bukit Indah City Industrial Area, Purwakarta Regency, West Java. FILE: PLN

PLN Inaugurates Ground-Mounted Solar Power Plant in West Java, Marking a Milestone in Indonesia’s Clean Energy Transition

The largest ground-mounted solar power plant in Indonesia, a 100 megawatt peak (MWp) facility located in the Kota Bukit Indah (KBI) Industrial Area in Purwakarta, West Java, is now officially operational.

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Read more about the article A Global Mission to Combat Ocean Plastic Pollution: Plastic Odyssey’s Mission Stops in Singapore
The Plastic Odyssey set sail from Marseille, France, on October 1, 2022, embarking on a three-year global expedition to combat plastic pollution. PHOTO: PLASTIC ODYSSEY

A Global Mission to Combat Ocean Plastic Pollution: Plastic Odyssey’s Mission Stops in Singapore

Since its journey began, Plastic Odyssey has visited more than 20 countries and supported over 200 local recycling entrepreneurs, fostering a global network of innovators dedicated to combating plastic pollution…

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Read more about the article August / Sept 2024 Edition of Impact Funding and Acceleration Opportunities (Updated)
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August / Sept 2024 Edition of Impact Funding and Acceleration Opportunities (Updated)

This curated list of funding, fellowship, and acceleration opportunities is tailored to help these businesses thrive and expand their positive influence in the region, July, August and September 2024 edition.…

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