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A visitor stands on an ice tower on the grounds of the Ice Hotel in the village of Jukkasjarvi, near Kiruna, in Swedish Lapland on February 9, 2020.
A visitor stands on an ice tower on the grounds of the Ice Hotel in the village of Jukkasjarvi, near Kiruna, in Swedish Lapland on February 9, 2020.
Environment

Summer 2024 was Lapland's warmest in 2,000 years: study

"Last summer's average temperature in Lapland, or northern Fennoscandia, was the highest in both direct observations which we have from the late 1800s onwards and so-called indirect tree ring observations, of which the longest time series extends to 2,000 years ago," Mika Rantanen, researcher at the Finnish Meteorological Institute, told AFP.

2 days ago
Environment

China still backs overseas coal plants despite 2021 pledge, research shows

China is involved in constructing 7.7 gigawatts of new coal-fired power, mostly plants used to run nickel smelters in Indonesia, US think tank Global Energy Monitor said. 

2 days ago
Environment

Sudamala Resorts CEO: Resorts business creates multiplier effect, involving SMEs

The vast expanses of the Indonesian archipelago are blessed with immense tourism potential, but the country has yet to unlock this potential to the fullest extent. This is due, in part, to a lack of effort in promotion, according to Sudamala Resorts CEO Ben Subrata.

2 days ago

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Academia premium

Pope Francis’s visit debunks the 'clash of civilizations' narrative

The messages of Pope Francis and the example of Indonesia show the world and all people in it that different views and beliefs can promote harmony in diversity, so long as we all make an conscious effort to work together toward it.

7 months ago
Academia premium

Pope Francis' visit: A call for unity and environmental stewardship

Pope Francis’ visit brings attention to these pressing issues and calls for stronger environmental policies to protect Indonesia’s natural resources and the communities that depend on them.

7 months ago
Academia premium

Alternative energy sources need developing to reduce LPG imports

Indonesia needs a comprehensive strategy to reduce its reliance on imported LNG that strikes a balance between social, environmental and economic factors in achieving energy self-sufficiency, while contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.

7 months ago
Editorial

Papal message of hope

This coming week, Indonesia prepares to welcome the second pope to ever visit the country since 1989, who brings with him a timely message of peace, justice and humanity amid democracy's ailing health across the globe.

7 months ago
Environment

Activists seek clarity over mining ban in Ecuador forest reserve

The cloud-kissed forest is a birdwatcher's paradise home to some 600 bird species, like cotingas, with their vibrant patterns and unique features, and around 270 mammal species.

8 months ago
Academia

Building a healthy lifestyle trend with Indonesian flavor

Food companies must continue to innovate as public awareness grows about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle and consumer preferences evolve to prioritize healthy food choices.

8 months ago
Environment

Maybank Indonesia reinforces environmental commitment at Maybank Marathon 2024

Bank Maybank Indonesia has strengthened its commitment to environmental sustainability by launching two major initiatives as part of the Maybank Marathon 2024, a mangrove planting activity and the inauguration of an organic waste management facility. This year marks the 13th Maybank Marathon, scheduled for Aug. 25, with the start/finish at the Bali United Training Center, Gianyar, Bali. Maybank Indonesia remains committed to integrating sustainability principles into the Maybank Marathon.

8 months ago
Archipelago

Crocodile mauls woman to death in Maluku

Indonesia is home to several species of crocodiles that regularly attack and kill humans.

8 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Malaysia announces adopt-an-orangutan plan for palm oil importers

Plantations and Commodities Minister Johari Abdul Ghani also pledged to halt deforestation in Malaysia, saying 54 percent of the country was forested and that the level would not fall below 50 percent.

8 months ago
Archipelago

Woman killed in python attack in South Sulawesi

Maga, a 74-year-old woman, raised concerns when she did not return home on Wednesday, prompting a search by relatives.

8 months ago
Academia premium

Green energy or eco threat? Indonesia’s hydropower dilemma

A hydropower project reportedly requires 16 types of permits, including a consent statement from residents and an environmental impact analysis (Amdal), notorious for taking years to issue.

8 months ago
Academia premium

Embracing sustainable cosmetics industry in Indonesia

Public awareness campaigns highlighting the benefits of refillable cosmetics and sustainable practices can drive consumer demand for such products.

8 months ago
Academia premium

The environmental and social risks of the Papua sugarcane megaproject

The government's massive, 2 million-hectare sugarcane plantation must adopt and implement an integrated approach to sustainability that considers environmental and indigenous rights as well as adheres to international standards while involving the Papuan people, both from the get-go and at each stage of the project.

8 months ago
Academia premium

Will Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara gain ground?

Relocating the nation's capital to Nusantara requires a holistic approach across the economic, political and social ecosystems that involves both domestic oversight and international resources, but it can be done.

8 months ago
Academia

Sustaining Indonesia’s inland fisheries for future generations

Preserving inland fisheries is preserving our heritage; ensuring that our pursuit of livelihoods harmonizes with our natural legacy, fostering a future where both people and the environment thrive in balance.

8 months ago
Regulations

Deep sea mining opponents suffer major setback

Opponents of deep sea mining suffered a serious setback Friday when they failed to take a first step toward an international moratorium on the controversial practice.

8 months ago
Regulations premium

66 miners interested in sea sand exports: Ministry

The ministry, however, said no permits would be issued anytime soon, saying it required several review processes and the selection needed to be done carefully.

9 months ago
Politics premium

Muhammadiyah welcomes mining permit policy, sparking grassroots backlash

Muhammadiyah, a major Muslim group known for its environmentalist stances, is facing a backlash from grassroots members and activists for welcoming a government policy that allows religious organizations to manage state-owned mines.

9 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Philippines races to contain spill after oil tanker capsizes off Manila

One crew member of the MT Terra Nova was killed when the tanker capsized in Manila Bay, nearly seven kilometres (4.3 miles) off Limay municipality in Bataan province, as it sailed to the central city of Iloilo.

9 months ago
Economy

Indonesia and US seal $35 million coral reef debt swap

Indonesia will commit to reef restoration while local non-profit groups will use conservation fund money to support projects that directly benefit reef ecosystems as well as sustainable livelihoods for those that rely on them.

9 months ago
Academia premium

The rise of Islamic environmentalism and neoliberalism

Some Indonesian Muslims believe in sustainable mining, arguing that exploiting the environment can meet current needs without sacrificing those of future generations.

9 months ago
Society

Satellite images show deforestation toll of mining in Indonesia

The TreeMap, a conservation start-up, used high-resolution imagery from several satellites and two decades of data from the long-running Landsat programme to map mines and related infrastructure and track deforestation.

9 months ago
Academia premium

Green Islam's light in the darkness of climate crisis

The teachings of green Islam do not only stipulate provisions in the dimension of mahdah (worship) alone, but also provides answers to various issues that we face in this climate crisis.

9 months ago
Regulations

What is Chevron deference and why did the US Supreme Court overturn it?

The doctrine, among the most important principles in administrative law, arose from a 1984 Supreme Court ruling involving oil company Chevron. Conservatives and business interests had opposed it while liberals, favoring robust corporate regulation, championed it.

10 months ago
Regulations

US Supreme Court curbs federal agency powers, overturning 1984 precedent

The precedent the court overturned arose from a ruling involving oil company Chevron that had called for judges to defer to reasonable federal agency interpretations of US laws deemed to be ambiguous. This doctrine, long opposed by conservatives and business interests, was called "Chevron deference."

10 months ago
Environment

First assessment finds Borneo elephant is endangered

The elephant is thought to roam primarily in Malaysia's Sabah and sometimes Indonesia's East Kalimantan.

10 months ago
Jakarta

Jakarta to install more air quality stations to manage pollution

Aside from expanding the number of air quality monitoring stations, the city's environment agency has urged Jakartans to do their bit by using public transportation, avoiding open waste burning and making other environmentally conscious efforts to reduce the air pollution that has been choking Jakarta for months.

10 months ago
Academia premium

The lure of IUPs a challenge for faith-based green movement

Mass-membership religious groups have failed to challenge the state's development agenda, which still relies on the extraction of natural resources, fossil fuels and deforestation, thereby accelerating the climate crisis in Indonesia.

10 months ago
Regulations premium

Govt to prioritize local giant sea wall in upcoming sea sand export rule

The government would introduce a domestic market obligation (DMO) in the upcoming regulation.

10 months ago
Academia premium

Why Indonesia's objection to EUDR has received global support

Many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operate in remote regions with limited access to technology and understanding of the complex European Union regulations.

10 months ago