Research points to a new way to save peatland that benefits communities while preventing forest fires
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One of the way to reduce the risk of forest and land fires is to restore (restore) peatlands to at least a wet state.
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6 Graphics Explain the Climate Feedback Loop Fueling US Fires
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Increased global emissions lead to higher temperatures and more fire-prone conditions. With more fires comes more emissions, fueling rapid climate change.
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Crowdfunding for Trees: Manifesting Our Concern for a Better Life
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The growth of digital economy has made it easier for the community to collaborate in a simpler, more far-reaching and transparent way. Through digital platforms, donors can receive in real time and easily access reports on the use of their donations. This is the main appeal of digital crowdfunding compared to other public funding schemes.
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5 Pillars for a Green and Resilient Recovery from COVID-19
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The COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis is likely to push tens of millions of people into poverty -- and this is only a preview of how the climate crisis will threaten human well-being. Yet we have all the means needed to take a better, safer path.
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How to Build a Circular Economy
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The take-make-waste model is driving the climate crisis and depleting the planet of much-needed resources. Here are 3 ways to transition toward circularity.
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Power Wheeling Schemes for Renewable Energy Transition
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Various international institutions, such as the World Bank, United Nations, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), have called for the country's long-term response to tackling the COVID-19 pandemic also to be used to tackle the climate crisis. The management of the energy sector that switches from fossil fuels to renewable energy must be given priority to reduce the impact of the climate crisis. In addition, the renewable energy transition can also open up long-term investment opportunities that help a country's economic growth.
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Now We Can Calculate Our Individual Emissions with EMISI app (Indonesia Zero Emissions Application)
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EMISI app offers various features that could make climate actions easier, so it could be accessible by anyone, anytime and anywhere in Indonesia, to help fight the climate change.
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4 Impact of Land Preparation by Burning on the Biophysical Condition of Peatlands
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Land clearance by burning is often done because it is considered easier, cheaper, and increases soil fertility. In fact, burning land can actually have a negative impact on peatlands. What are the effects of burning land clearing practices that can adversely affect the biophysical condition of peatlands?
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A Low-Carbon Recovery Can Create Jobs and Boost Indonesia’s Economy
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Indonesia already has a robust sustainable development plan. By doubling down with a low-carbon stimulus, the country can create more jobs, generate more economic growth, and build back better from COVID-19.
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4 Investments to Secure Ocean Health and Wealth
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New analysis commissioned by the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy shows that every $1 invested in sustainable ocean solutions yields at least $5 in return. A sustainable ocean economy can help the world build back better in the wake of COVID-19, improve ocean health and benefit the more than 3 billion people who rely on the ocean.
