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EU's Deforestation Ban Sparks Debate Over Global Trade and Environmental Responsibility

EU's Deforestation Ban Sparks Debate Over Global Trade and Environmental Responsibility

In a landmark move in climate policy, the European Union is set to enact a ban on imports linked to deforestation.
Thu Mar 14 2024
WTO backs EU in deforestation case against Malaysia

WTO backs EU in deforestation case against Malaysia

The EU stipulated that the use of biofuels for which forests had been cleared for planting could not be used to achieve the target.
Wed Mar 06 2024
Seattle-based startup makes 'beanless coffee' to help combat deforestation

Seattle-based startup makes 'beanless coffee' to help combat deforestation

As the world's climate heats up, coffee farms are moving uphill, destroying forests along the way in the search for cooler climes.
Sat Oct 07 2023
Coffee firms won't be ready to comply with EU deforestation law - report

Coffee firms won't be ready to comply with EU deforestation law - report

Malaysia has said the law is a "deliberate effort" to increase costs and barriers for its palm oil sector - a key source of export revenue.
Thu Sep 14 2023
NASA chief offers Brazil satellite imaging to help stop Amazon deforestation

NASA chief offers Brazil satellite imaging to help stop Amazon deforestation

Bill Nelson said NASA will have a satellite that can even render images of what is happening below the forest canopy.
Wed Jul 26 2023
Fighting for their lives: The world's forests in figures

Fighting for their lives: The world's forests in figures

Seven percent of the world's forests have been planted by humans.
Thu Mar 09 2023
EU palm oil use and imports seen plummeting by 2032

EU palm oil use and imports seen plummeting by 2032

The share of palm oil in biodiesel and in food in the European Union is expected to fall significantly within the next 10 years.
Fri Dec 09 2022
Malaysia should continue engaging with EU on deforestation-free products regulation - MPOC

Malaysia should continue engaging with EU on deforestation-free products regulation - MPOC

Reliance on the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil means compliance with the due diligence requirements, Wan Aishah said.
Wed Dec 07 2022
EU agrees law preventing import of goods linked to deforestation

EU agrees law preventing import of goods linked to deforestation

Countries including Brazil, Indonesia, Colombia and Malaysia have criticised the EU plan, warning that the rules will be burdensome and costly.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Malaysia welcomes EU's deforestation regulation, urges extension for implementation

Malaysia welcomes EU's deforestation regulation, urges extension for implementation

Wan Aishah said the Malaysian government is firmly committed to the sustainability of palm oil production based on the country's laws.
Wed Nov 16 2022
How excess CO2 is bulking up trees

How excess CO2 is bulking up trees

Scientists have now discovered that excess carbon dioxide is contributing to increasing the wood volume of forests in the US.
Sat Oct 01 2022
Climate change is making rain difficult to predict - we trained an AI to help tropical countries adapt

Climate change is making rain difficult to predict - we trained an AI to help tropical countries adapt

Whether its a drought or a deluge, being able to accurately forecast rain is important to protect lives and manage water safely.
Wed Sep 21 2022
How deforestation could also affect the quality of the water we drink

How deforestation could also affect the quality of the water we drink

In some ecosystems, tree losses could also affect water reservoirs.
Sun Sep 18 2022
[COLUMNIST] Ulu Muda Forest Reserve - reserved for logging?

[COLUMNIST] Ulu Muda Forest Reserve - "reserved" for logging?

Dwindling water catchment areas equals a danger sign at a highly critical level and imperils our water security.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Indonesia, Brazil biggest culprits in tropical forest loss linked to industrial mining - Study

Indonesia, Brazil biggest culprits in tropical forest loss linked to industrial mining - Study

Industrial-scale mining is spurring tropical deforestation, with once-impenetrable forest cleared for mines and access roads.
Tue Sep 13 2022
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM

Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM

Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024