The economic challenges that Southeast Asia will face in the future will be increasingly difficult because of factors such as global economic fragmentation, geopolitical changes, and climate crisis. For the latter, Southeast Asia countries would need to figure out a new economic approach that does not entirely rely on the extractive industry. Some economic approaches currently receiving global attention include the restorative economy, namely efforts to restore nature to drive the surrounding … [Read more...] about Restorative economy efforts across Southeast Asia: Practice from Indonesia and Singapore
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Detmold Group launches new sustainability goals while going solar in China
The Detmold Group has launched its new global Sustainability Goals, scaling up its targets to source more forest-certified fibre, increase recyclable content in products, maximise recycling and landfill diversion, source increased renewable electricity, and achieve net zero emissions. The new Sustainability Goals ensure the group continues to support customers to make responsible and informed packaging choices by providing both immediate and longer, further-reaching commitments to … [Read more...] about Detmold Group launches new sustainability goals while going solar in China
Southeast Asian food prices could surge by up to 59% due to climate change and net-Zero goals: Urgent global action required
2024 Oxford Economics report highlights the urgent need for government and industry to address food security and curb food price fluctuations across Southeast Asia while meeting climate targets. Extreme weather events coupled with the cost of the energy transition could result in Southeast Asia’s food prices increasing by between 30 percent and 59 percent, according to the latest report by Oxford Economics. The paper, titled Climate Change and Food Prices in Southeast Asia - 2024 Update, … [Read more...] about Southeast Asian food prices could surge by up to 59% due to climate change and net-Zero goals: Urgent global action required
