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This year’s record-breaking typhoon season in the Philippines – which saw six consecutive storm systems hit the country in under a month – was “supercharged” by climate change, according to a rapid attribution study.

Alongside Mexico, the state of Palestine, represented by a team of counsels including Singapore-based international law expert Dr Nilüfer Oral, highlighted often-ignored linkages between inter-state conflict and climate justice.

More frequent heatwaves in the world’s oceans are depleting fish stocks and the livelihoods of those who rely on them.

It may have been a bruising year for sustainability, but there were displays of biodiversity resilience and climate leadership that provided grounds for optimism. 2024 also saw writing that explored ecological themes earn award recognition.

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A street in South Jakarta, with exposed electrical infrastructure

To achieve net zero emissions in Southeast Asia, addressing the significant financing gap is crucial, requiring bold targets and more international support. Oleh Trang Nguyen

The upcoming climate summit needs to address how storms are becoming more impactful closer to the coast. Preparing for such events is more cost-effective than dealing with the aftermath of inadequate preparation. Oleh Liz Ritchie-Tyo

Pacific Island countries are on the frontline of climate change and are leading the way on adaptation and resilience. Oleh Dr Bernard Njindan Iyke

The idea that we can exceed global warming targets then fix the problem with technology is a dangerous myth, scientists warn. Oleh Robert Watson, James Dyke dan Wolfgang Knorr

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Studio EB From sponge cities to coastal forests, Asia is seeking ways to work with nature and prepare for the risks in a warmer-than-expected future. This Eco-Business video looks at what else cities need to do to strengthen climate resilience.

Gaurav Sant, founder of startup SeaChange, tells Eco-Business about a technology he hopes will give the world's oceans the capacity to absorb additional carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Southeast Asia's largest energy consumer has been slow to transition to renewables, but recent policies point to greater expansion of the country's solar, tidal and geothermal energy production.

In the video, environmental law group ClientEarth compares the oil and gas giant's advertisements on its low-carbon investments to a burger chain claiming that they’re vegan because they’ve got salad on the menu.

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UN climate report authors need to commit to the integrity of assessment processes while working with governments with differing interests. Dr Theresa Wong tells the Eco-Business podcast why the stakes are high to get climate science right.

Clover Hogan, climate activist, speaking in 2019

Eco-anxiety is a healthy psychological response, says 24-year-old activist Clover Hogan. The founder of nonprofit Force of Nature tells the Eco-Business Podcast how to respond to anxiety in a world that is "numb" to the climate crisis.

Climate tech podcast with Steve Melhuish

Entrepreneur Steve Melhuish tells the EB Podcast where the biggest opportunities to reduce emissions and make money are in Southeast Asia, and why finding the right economic incentives is critical for climate tech startups.

Sea orchards developed on decommissioned oil platforms

Former petrochemicals industry executives Steve Willis and Genevieve Hilton have written a novel set 50 years into the future that has a happy ending. They tell the Eco-Business podcast that the book is a pitch to carbon-intensive industries to try workable climate solutions.

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