Pristine atolls, seas in Marshall Islands get marine sanctuary protection
The atolls harbor outstanding coral reefs, abundant sea life
Elusive large-antlered muntjac likely breeding in Cambodian national park
Several years of study reveal Virachey’s importance as a refuge for threatened species.
China’s ‘water-industrial complex’ set its sights on Tibet
Research shows a proliferation in plans for hydropower dams in the ecologically and politically sensitive region.
Along the Mekong, fishers and farmers battle a plastics catastrophe
With global treaties long delayed, Mekong residents try to prevent plastic waste from destroying the environment.
Mekong treasures: Tiny shrew mole, fanged furry hedgehog among new discoveries
Research in remote locations, genetic studies,‘museum mining’ help identify unknown species of plants and animals.
Low-lying atoll nations show inundation simulations to international court
Top polluters China and the US have argued against liability for rising temperatures.
Top polluting nations dispute climate accountability at international court
Court is hearing the case after lobbying by Vanuatu and other islands facing devastating sea-level rise.
Plastic treaty faces hurdles as Russia, Saudi Arabia mire negotiations
Campaigners want an international agreement to limit the production and supply of plastics.
Warning by Indonesian survey on Papua mega project appears to go unheeded
Land clearance was underway even before the feasibility study was completed
