Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesMeet the women shattering stereotypes to save Indonesia’s rainforestsDecember 6, 2023In the verdant depths of Indonesia’s Aceh Province, a remarkable narrative unfolds—a tale of resilience, courage, and environmental stewardship.Here, in the shadow of the Burni Telong volcano, a group of determined women are redefining the traditional role of forest guardians. They are the vanguard of a quiet …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesNavigating the petrostate paradox at Cop28November 24, 2023As the world teeters on the brink of a climate emergency, the simplicity of its cause belies the complexity of its solution.The heart of the matter still seems pretty clear to me: a significant proportion of existing fossil fuel reserves must remain untapped to avert a global catastrophe. Not too …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesDecolonising climate change: A quest for environmental justice and equityOctober 30, 2023Without trying to be crass, climate is a hot topic right now. Yet in our haste to alert our slumbering world to the realities the crisis is creating on a daily basis, we seem to still be overlooking the intricate tapestry that ties environmental degradation to …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesWe need a fusion of passion with pragmatism to shift from activism to actionOctober 13, 2023“Activism” has become a dirty word. One associated with traffic jams, an affront on the innocent bystander, and a lot of orange glitter.It’s a term that in the past few years has woven itself as a vibrant thread connecting even completely polarised …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesBeyond the heat: How climate shifts are impacting global healthOctober 11, 2023We’re in an era of rapid scientific advancements. One where vaccines are developed at breakneck speed and the potential to eradicate some of the world’s most debilitating diseases is within grasp.Just this week, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to a pair of …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesHow our words can shape environmental actionOctober 9, 2023Within the vast sphere of sustainability, words don’t merely act as messengers; they dynamically sculpt our perception of reality.Language—and its intricate interplay with our cognition—has been the subject of intrigue for philosophers, linguists, and sociologists for centuries. As many experts have surmised, words serve as more than functional tools; …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesWhat does the future of our energy security look like in a green transitioning world?October 3, 2023Nestled amidst the revolutionary innovations and startups of Silicon Valley, lies Dr. Sarah Lindholm’s laboratory. In a world heating up over the debate surrounding climate change, it stands more as a testament to the urgency of the green transition than to …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesThe climate action nexus modelAugust 10, 2023We’re in an age of accelerating climate change. I think even the last remaining sceptics are being humbled by the tumultuous weather and catastrophic scenes affecting every continent.As the world continues to boil over, we face a profound challenge that demands a nuanced understanding of human behaviour, both individual and collective. …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesThe intersection of climate action and social justice: Cultivating a society that prioritises kindness, generosity, and welfareJuly 10, 2023Life today is complex. We’re seeing a multitude of overlapping crises that require a multifaceted approach to encompass climate justice, social inequity, and a lack of economic progress.The path to a decarbonised and less polluted world must also strive …
Opinion// Hidden Stories SeriesThe integrity gap: research exposes widespread lack of credibility in net-zero commitmentsJuly 3, 2023Countries worldwide have made ambitious pledges to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, but a report by Net Zero Tracker reveals a significant lack of commitment globally.The report highlights that over 40 percent of the world’s largest companies and many subnational governments lack a net-zero …