Environment

Bingkai Karya – In mid-September, life seemed to be returning to normal for the fishermen of Verde Island Passage (VIP) in the Philippines after an oil spill earlier in the year disrupted their communities. However, experts warn that the ecological effects of the spill may persist, urging the need for long-term protection of this vital […]

Bingkai Karya – As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, leaders from across the globe are convening in Dubai for a critical summit aimed at forging a comprehensive climate deal. The urgency to address environmental concerns has never been more palpable, with scientific warnings and unprecedented weather events underscoring the need for immediate

Bingkai Karya – In a recent press conference, the COP28 president and prominent figure in the oil industry, Sultan Al Jaber, addressed a controversy sparked by a Guardian report that suggested he dismissed the scientific imperative to phase out fossil fuels. The incident occurred during an exchange with a reporter from the Sydney Morning Herald,

Bingkai Karya – A group of prominent individuals, including former world leaders and economists, is advocating for a $25 billion levy on the substantial revenues of oil-producing nations. The proposal, endorsed by 70 international figures, aims to address the impact of climate disasters on the world’s most impoverished and vulnerable populations.  The call comes ahead

Effective forest conservation and restoration, along with reduced greenhouse gas emissions, could significantly combat the climate crisis. Research suggests allowing existing trees to mature and restoring degraded areas could sequester 226 gigatonnes of carbon, roughly 50 years’ worth of 2022 US emissions. Human activities have cleared half of Earth’s forests, impacting vital regions like the

Universitas Indonesia (UI) has announced an exciting collaboration with a university from the United Kingdom to conduct climate change research. This partnership aims to delve deeper into the pressing challenges of climate change. The collaboration between UI and the UK university will involve in-depth scientific research to analyze the impacts of climate change and seek

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to significantly contribute to the development of climate-resilient and low-emission solutions. The UN Climate Change’s Initiative on Artificial Intelligence for Climate Action (#AI4ClimateAction) explores the impactful role of AI as a tool to advance transformative climate action in developing nations. Aligned with UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ call for the

In a recent report from the International Energy Agency (IEA), it is projected that global demand for oil, natural gas, and coal, and the associated carbon emissions, is set to peak in the coming decade. This shift is primarily attributed to the remarkable growth of clean energy sources. The IEA’s annual World Energy Outlook report

The environmental advocacy group, Climate Power, has launched an $80 million advertising campaign to applaud President Biden’s environmental track record. With ads spread across various media, the group aims to persuade the public about the significant steps the government has taken in addressing climate change and promoting a clean energy agenda. In this newly launched

Despite initial promises to embrace a low-carbon future, major fossil fuel companies, including Exxon Mobil, have taken a surprising turn in the past year. Exxon’s recent $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources, known for its fracking success, is a monumental bet on the enduring role of fossil fuels in the global economy. Exxon’s CEO,