The findings paint a sobering picture: Countries with a Human Development Index (HDI) lower than 0.78 experienced a higher impact from climate-related disasters, while nations with high levels of human…
More than conflict and violence, weather-related disasters continue to cause internal displacement. FOLLOW THIS TOPIC In a grim testament to the escalating impact of climate change, weather-related disasters continue to…
The Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect, or trapped urban heat, explains why temperature differences of up to seven degrees Celsius exist between the urban and less built-up areas of Singapore.…
A blistering heat wave is gripping Southeast Asia, putting a strain on power resources. With more people seeking respite from the heat in air-conditioned comfort, power consumption in Thailand and…
New research from the Crowther Lab at ETH Zurich showed that when wild tropical birds are allowed to move freely across forest landscape, they can increase the carbon storage of…
Thailand Confronts Heatwave Dangers as Heatstroke Deaths Mount.Government warns Bangkok could feel like more than 52°C. FOLLOW THIS TOPIC In Thailand, the ongoing heatwave has claimed the lives of 30…
Elevate Foods strives to address the critical challenges of food loss and waste within the global supply chain. FOLLOW THIS TOPIC Elevate Foods, a Singapore-based company, has recently concluded a…
The Philippines ranked highest with an index of 46.86, while Indonesia ranked second with an index of 43.50 in the global natural disaster vulnerability index globally, known as the WorldRiskIndex.…
The global demand for freshwater is soaring as supply is becoming more uncertain. Today, one out of six people—more than a billion—do not have adequate access to safe water. When…