There are concerns that Malaysia's data centre boom will strain its water resources, spurring investor demand for water risks disclosures – especially in the technology sector. Firms must start valuing water risks and engaging suppliers.
Many solar parks in Tamil Nadu are relying on glyphosate-based herbicides for vegetation control, raising concerns about long-term health effects, groundwater contamination and air pollution.
Although the country treats 67 per cent of its wastewater, it needs to invest in infrastructure maintenance to reduce costs in the long-term, finds a joint report by Economist Impact and Nippon Foundation.
Tourism has caused severe coastal contamination, with consistently high faecal coliform levels in the sea off El Nido, despite efforts like a new sewage treatment plant.
To encourage greater water reuse, India must prioritise infrastructure development, implement sound policies and allow private sector participation.
Oleh
Anshuman
Indonesia’s capital has poor water infrastructure. Existing water resources should be reused to avoid a water crisis.
Oleh
Eka Permanasari dan
Denis Teoman
Across the region, it’s never been more critical to cultivate a resilient healthcare workforce capable of addressing climate-induced public health issues.
Oleh
Gabriela Fernando dan
Angie Bone
Despite being on other sides of the planet, Jakarta and Iowa are staring down similar issues around water hygiene and supply.
Oleh
Eka Permanasari, Dian Nostikasari dan Derry Wijaya
Worldwide, 100 million families are stuck in a cycle of poverty and disease because of the lack of access to clean water. What would it take to slake humanity's thirst for water in a sustainable way?
Greenpeace International urges global clothing brands to apply sustainable manufacturing practices, and stop the use of hazardous chemicals that cause water pollution by 2020