Trans women experience multiple impacts from air pollution. Many live near pollution sources and do not have good coping skills.
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A closer look at tangible and intangible costs of air pollution [2]
Health costs due to exposure to air pollution are not only borne by affected residents. Those who have not been exposed pay the cost to protect themselves.
CSOs condemn attempt to disband orangutan and Batang Toru discussion
The forceful attempt to disband public discussion on environmental degradation and biodiversity loss in Batang Toru threatens democracy.
A closer look at tangible and intangible costs of air pollution [1]
In addition to the effects that are not always visible, air pollution medical costs are only a small part of the costs borne by residents.
Climate change literacy can curb polarization
Collaboration to strengthen climate change literacy is needed to sensitize the public on environmental conditions.
Dreams of a breathable city: Curbing air pollution in Jakarta
Jakarta collaborates with regional administrations to tackle air pollution. While experts call for better evaluation and sanctions.
North Sulawesi fishers worry as sea temperature rises
The rising sea temperature is making tuna scarce off the coast of Southern Bolaang Mongondow district in the northern part of Indonesia’s Sulawesi island.
Sorting food waste as a way to reduce emission
When optimized, organic waste management can lead to reduction of 10.92 million tons of waste ending up in landfills annually, official say.
Conservation bill must consider role of indigenous peoples
CSOs believe the conservation bill must shift away from a state-centered model and actively include indigenous peoples in its creation and implementation.
Latest EU regulation may be a way to safe Indonesia’s forests
A number of environmental CSOs believe the EU regulation on deforestation free products can strengthen efforts in forest protection.