Noticias sobre Indonesia
Sea level rise up to four times global average for coastal communities
Coastal populations are experiencing relative sea-level rise up to four times faster than the global average – according to new research from the Tyndall Centre at the University of East Anglia.
‘Torpedo’ device targets SARS-CoV-2 hotspots in wastewater
Monash University researchers have developed the ‘Torpedo Passive Sampler’ – a cheap, accurate and simple testing device to detect SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater.
The weight of buildings contributes to the sinking of cities
Tenants of the luxury residential high-rise known as Millenium Tower, in San Francisco, are closer to seeing a solution to the tilting and sinking their building is experiencing, thanks to a $100 million engineering project that started last year to fix the problem.
Suqia eyes stronger ASEAN participation in 3rd biennial Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Water Award
The UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia) held a virtual briefing for members of the press from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), to promote the third cycle of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award.
Grundfos Foundation & Water Mission partner to provide emergency safe water relief in Indonesia
The Grundfos Foundation (Poul Due Jensen Foundation) has released a DKK $1 million grant ($163,000 USD) to aid in the ongoing disaster response to an earthquake in West Sulawesi Province in Indonesia.
As floods hit Borneo, Indonesia urged to boost climate action under Paris accord
By Michael Taylor. Jakarta has said it will not raise its targets to cut planet-heating emissions - which researchers judge insufficient - despite being hit by floods and rising seas.
World map shows land subsidence due to groundwater extraction
The global map can be used by anyone free of charge. Its application can be of particular relevance in coastal or riverine areas, where subsidence can increase the risk of flooding.
SUEZ’s Medan water drinking plant extension project in Indonesia commissioned
SUEZ announced the official commissioning of the Medan water production plant extension project in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
Global energy initiative to tap hydropower’s potential as a clean, green battery
The International Hydropower Association (IHA) together with the U.S.
Lack of handwashing with soap puts millions at risk to COVID-19 and other infectious diseases
Although handwashing with soap is critical in the fight against infectious diseases, including COVID-19, millions of people around the world have no ready access to a place to wash their hands, UNICEF said ahead of Global Handwashing Day.
GRADIANT acquires Malaysia-based Sigma Water
GRADIANT, an international end-to-end water solutions provider, has acquired Malaysia-based Sigma Water Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd to expand its regional operations throughout Southeast Asia and provide support to its project achievements in Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Over one billion people at threat of being displaced by 2050 due to environmental change
The international think-tank the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) published a new report.
Study identifies need for investment in Asian hydropower modernisation
Hydropower stations constructed decades ago across Asia are in need of significant investment and upgrades to enhance their critical contribution to the region’s clean energy goals, according to new research.
Land use change leads to increased flooding in Indonesia
International team led by Göttingen University investigates effects on local water cycle.
Global soil erosion projected to be worse than previously expected
Erosion caused by water flow wearing down soil surfaces could rise by up to two-thirds compared to today, according to a JRC-led study that modelled changes until 2070.
Cargill commits to restoring 600 billion liters of water by 2030
Company also sets targets to reduce 5 million kg of pollutants, improve access to safe drinking water and implement Water Stewardship program at facilities.
Utico agrees to extend Hyflux restructuring deadline
Utico improves RA offer & keeps recovery to senior creditors intact, P&P to benefit further, Oman, Algeria shareholders to get relief.
Peatland drainage in Southeast Asia adds to climate change
Study reveals drainage, deforestation of the region’s peatlands, which leads to fires, greenhouse emissions, land subsidence.
2 billion people without proper sanitation at high risk for coronavirus, finds study
Without access to soap and clean water, more than 2 billion people in low- and middle-income nations – a quarter of the world’s population – have a greater likelihood of acquiring and transmitting the coronavirus than those in wealthy countries.
Exploring the impacts of climate change on hydropower production
A new study by researchers from IIASA and China investigated the impacts of different levels of global warming on hydropower potential and found that this type of electricity generation benefits more from a 1.5°C than a 2°C climate scenario.