Global climate policy is rapidly becoming a defining political battleground, influencing elections and public opinion in profound ways. As governments advance ambitious green agendas to combat climate change, these measures are also sparking polarised responses and political realignments, revealing that…
Africa’s expansive and varied landscapes present unique challenges for energy access, typically characterised by fragmented rural populations and limited grid infrastructure. Microgrid technology is emerging as a game changer, spearheading better energy access, resilience, and low-carbon growth in off-grid and…
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is facing increasing water security risks that are rapidly turning water stewardship into a key Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) concern for businesses. Encompassing fast-growing urban centres to agriculture-dependent rural communities, this region grapples with water…
The global drive to reach net-zero emissions has largely been spearheaded by technological innovation and policy shifts in industrialised contexts. However, Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS), rooted in generations of land stewardship and cultural practices, act as essential, scalable, and culturally…
The Australian government’s pledge to cut emissions 62–70% below 2005 levels by 2035 is a welcome move. It signals progress and acknowledges that climate action is both urgent and economically smart. But let’s be clear: the difference between 62% and…
Africa’s extensive and diverse ecosystems harbour some of the world’s most underappreciated carbon sinks, yet their potential remains largely untapped in global climate strategies. Savannas such as the miombo forest and vast tropical peatlands are vital natural reservoirs, sequestering huge…
