Climate Impacts Tracker Asia

Tracking Air Pollution in Indonesia and the Policies Changing It Indonesia ranked as the 15th worst air pollution in the world. This is the result of rapid population and economic expansion.

Indonesia’s air quality in 2024–2025: hotspots, health implications, and the policy mix needed to reduce PM2.5 and protect communities.

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Air Pollution in Malaysia: Tracking the Causes, Impacts and Path to Cleaner Skies Air pollution in Malaysia is steadily growing, impacting the country's economy, environment and public health.

Unsurprising yet urgent: cross-border haze and domestic emissions are shaping Malaysia’s air. Our analysis covers trends, costs, and what’s being done.

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Central Asia's Vanishing Snowpack: A Real-Time Crisis Central Asia faces an accelerating water crisis as snowpack and glaciers retreat, threatening water security for millions.

Central Asia’s snowpack collapse signals a coming water crisis for millions. Our latest Op-Ed looks at real-time analysis and the policy implications for regional cooperation and resilience.

What Is a Cloudburst and How Should Cities Prepare? Cloudbursts are an intense rainfall event that can often overwhelm stormwater management systems and lead to flash flooding.

Intense flood-causing cloudbursts are on the rise in Asia, challenging existing stormwater systems. Adapting to this new reality is a cornerstone of climate adaptation.

A critical read for anyone interested in urban living and climate policy.

What Are Flash Floods? Causes, Effects, Science, and Adaptation Flash floods are rapid-onset flooding events that are becoming more common and intense as a result of climate change.

Quick read on why we're seeing more flash floods everywhere. Spoiler: climate change and concrete are a bad mix for water absorption.

Where Does The World Stand On Climate Change Progress? Progress on climate change is picking up pace. However, it is still far below what is needed and requires global cooperation to succeed.

Despite record-high emissions and the hottest year, almost 90% of countries have net-zero pledges. But are these promises enough to halt climate chaos? The race to 1.5°C is on—and the clock is ticking. Learn what’s working, what’s missing, and what we must do now.

#ClimateCrisis

What Is The Paris Climate Agreement? The Paris Climate Agreement is the leading global treaty on climate change that guides international action and progress on limiting greenhouse gas emissions.

The Paris Agreement remains the foundation of global climate efforts, but there's still a long way to go. From emission trends to financing gaps, discover how the world is progressing and what steps are needed to stay within safe temperature limits.

#ClimateChange #ParisAgreement #ClimateJustice

Indonesia's Raja Ampat, A (Mis)fortune Beyond Beauty? Indonesia’s Raja Ampat, renowned for its rich biodiversity, faces nickel and coal mining threats that threaten its ecosystems.

The fight to protect Raja Ampat’s biodiversity and indigenous communities continues. Discover how local movements challenge destructive mining practices and advocate for a just energy transition in Indonesia.

More details in our latest Op-Ed

#SaveRajaAmpat #Biodiversity #ClimateJustice

Ecotourism in the Philippines: Runway For Future Growth Ecotourism is slowly growing in the Philippines, and the government has plans to expedite its growth in the coming decade.

The Philippines shows how ecotourism can be a powerful climate adaptation and conservation tool. With world-renowned reefs and lush landscapes, innovative funding models are helping protect biodiversity and support local communities.

Read more in our latest article.

#EcoTourism

The future of ecotourism in India is set to continue with innovative policies, green finance, and global demand for sustainable tourism.

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#Ecotourism #SustainableTravel #India #Wildlife #climateaction

The climate crisis hits hardest where the debt is deepest. Many countries are paying billions in debt that benefits the wealthy nations. Money should be used for recovery, not repayment.

🔗 Read our latest article: https://bit.ly/4lggnWP

#climatesolutions #debtjustice #climatefinance

Benefits of Ecotourism: A Path to Sustainable Climate Action Ecotourism provides social, economic and environmental benefits, making it a critical pillar of sustainable development.

Ecotourism is more than a holiday — it’s a climate-smart strategy that supports local communities and protects vital ecosystems. Learn how responsible travel can drive sustainable growth and resilience in a changing world.

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#EcoTourism #ClimateResilience #SustainableTravel

Top 10 Ecotourism Destinations Around the World Explore the best ecotourism destinations that promote sustainability and community empowerment while supporting nature conservation.

Responsible travel can fund conservation, lift local communities and combat climate change. Top ecotourism destinations like the Galápagos, Serengeti, and the Great Barrier Reef demonstrate how eco-conscious tourism benefits people and the planet.

#Ecotourism

Ecotourism Examples Around the World: Best Destinations to Visit Examples of ecotourism highlight how impactful the industry is for the environment, economy and local livelihoods.

Ecotourism: where profit meets planet. With the right model, it fuels economies & conserves ecosystems.

How can senior execs apply these lessons? Dive into the case studies.

Climate Change is Drowning Bangladesh Bangladesh faces a mounting climate crisis, with rising sea levels, erratic weather, and devastating floods threatening millions.

Climate impacts in Bangladesh are escalating—floods, erosion, displacement—yet climate finance remains far below what’s needed. It’s time for systemic change and urgent action.

Read our latest Op-Ed here:

#ClimateJustice

What Is Ecotourism? A Climate-smart Travel Revolution Ecotourism is a pathway for countries to balance economic growth with sustainability while empowering local communities.

How can ecotourism help achieve climate goals and support local livelihoods? With $261 billion generated in 2024, nature-based travel is more than leisure—a powerful development tool.

Explore our latest article's key principles, success stories and policy levers.

Read more here.

#Ecotourism

Deforestation in Indonesia: Causes, Effects and The Future Deforestation in Indonesia has dropped significantly since its peak in the mid-2010s, yet still remains a pressing issue for the country.

The deforestation crisis in Indonesia highlights the urgent need for innovative leadership in environmental management. With economic growth often clashing with conservation efforts, understanding the drivers behind forest loss is essential for crafting effective policies.

Climate Change in Indonesia: Addressing Urgent Challenges Climate change in Indonesia exacerbates existing issues and will have long-term impacts on the country's people, environment and economy.

Indonesia's unique geography makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change. As rising sea levels and erratic weather patterns pose significant risks, learn how the nation responds with innovative strategies and international collaboration.

Explore our insights and implications for the region.

How Extreme Heat in India Is Disrupting Education Extreme heat in India is forcing school closures, reducing learning hours and making classrooms unbearable.

Extreme heat in India is forcing school closures, reducing learning hours and making classrooms unbearable. As temperatures continue to rise, this threatens the education of millions of students...

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Our campaign, “She is a Woman. She is the Planet.” is all about the women of the environment.

The very first environmental heroine of our campaign is @thandakogyi.bsky.social, the founder of
Myanmar Ocean Project.

Who is she? What has she been doing?

#OceanConservation #IWDcampaign

10 Devastating Effects of Deforestation The effects of deforestation are financially, socially and environmentally devastating for many communities around the world.

The impact of deforestation is more than just environmental—it's a social and economic issue, too. From food security to indigenous rights, learn how we can combat this crisis and protect our planet for future generations.

Dive into the full article here:

#EnvironmentalJustice #Deforestation

Cartoonists impression of Thanda Ko Gyi under water in diving gear, hair platted surrounded by fish, corals & sea grass.

Aww this is a cool little comic by @climateimpactstracker.com on the work of @thandakogyi.bsky.social & Myanmar ocean project over on IG

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What Factors Affect Biodiversity? Biodiversity is affected by many factors. However, the most impactful and rapidly changing area is human-related.

Did you know that Asia's rich biodiversity is being jeopardised by climate change and habitat loss? Our latest article dives into the importance of biodiversity and the steps we can take to safeguard it.

#Biodiversity #ClimateAction

Thank you for taking the time to read our article! We’ve got plenty more insightful pieces coming your way. Stay tuned!

Environmental Justice Examples, Issues and Types The examples we see of environmental justice around the world highlight its ever-growing role in the discussion of climate change adaptation.

Why does climate justice matter? From pollution to climate disasters, vulnerable communities suffer the most. But solutions exist.

Discover how environmental justice is shaping a more equitable world in our latest article.

#ClimateChange #JusticeForAll

What Is Environmental Justice in a Changing Climate? Environmental justice means ensuring that all people, regardless of background, income level or location, are protected from pollution, climate change and environmental hazards.

Explore the vital role of climate justice in combating climate change in our latest article:

#ClimateAction #Equality

【20年で2倍】気候変動による猛暑が山火事を増やす 近年相次ぐ世界各地で山火事、森林火災。世界の山火事による森林消失は、ここ20年でおよそ2倍に増えた。山火事増加のメカニズムと経済影響。

長期化するロサンゼルスの山火事と気候変動の関係は？

・気温が1度上昇するごとに、大気は7%多くの水を吸収、放出できるようになり、乾季と雨季の振り幅が増幅し、洪水と火災両方の要因に
・その結果、激しい干ばつと降雨期の繰り返しが世界中で31～66％増加
・山火事が発生した現地でも、強い乾燥によって草や低木が燃えやすくなっていた

山火事による森林消失は、ここ20年でおよそ2倍にも増加しています。

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【雪に異変？】

雪不足でスキー場が立て続けに閉鎖、その一方で大雪による被害が。
雪の降り方が極端化している。
パウダースノーが失われる可能性もあるという。
日本の雪に何が起きているのか。

▶︎暖冬で雪不足なのにドカ雪「どうして？」
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#雪不足 #暖冬 #雪 #大雪