emergency planning

It is imperative that adaptation measures are implemented now to safeguard against future extreme climate events.

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While rainfall is important, how it is collected, stored and distributed is crucial to dealing with the region’s increasingly drier spells.

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The rampant activity reduces freshwater supply in turn affecting crop output, drinking water and the general ecosystem.

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For some, leaving the Mekong Delta to find a livelihood is the only option despite the risk of being trafficked into forced labour.

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Climate change and increased human activity are putting one of Asia’s most important river systems under duress. It will require a sustained and coordinated effort to fix things.

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Limited access to period products during India’s COVID lockdowns highlighted how far public health initiatives have to go when it comes to menstruation.

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Bushfires hit hardest in the most disadvantaged areas – where residents can least afford to ‘bushfire-proof’ their homes

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Houses should be able to withstand wildfires thus allowing firefighters to spend their time fighting the blaze rather than evacuating residents.

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Bushfires may be worsening, but we aren’t powerless to reduce their impacts. Everything from our homes to our words can play a role.

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Our sports heroes often use ice vests, slushies and misting fans to keep their cool during the heat of battle. Firefighters should have access to the same gear.

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Fire prevention is key to protecting peatland swamps and surrounding communities should be at the frontline in such efforts.

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