Climate crisis: what Trump can (and can’t) do
Neither Donald Trump nor Kamala Harris made the climate crisis a prominent feature of their campaigns.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Fossils reveal head of ancient millipede that was biggest bug ever
The discovery reveals it as a large primitive millipede, classified as a plant eater, not a predator.
Sat Oct 26 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Are electric vehicles in Malaysia truly zero-emission?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51706953018_GenericLebuhrayaU.jpg "[COLUMNIST] Are electric vehicles in Malaysia truly zero-emission?")
[COLUMNIST] Are electric vehicles in Malaysia truly zero-emission?
One key challenge to the zero-emission claim lies in the source of electricity that powers these vehicles.
Mon Sep 30 2024
AWANI Review: Industrial Intelligence: Powering the Sustainable Energy Transition
The future of sustainability isn't just about replacing fossil fuels with renewables. Shashank Luthra, Vice President for AVEVA in Southeast Asia, reveals how technologies like AI, data analytics, and industrial intelligence are enhancing energy efficiency - key to decarbonising the power sector.
Sat Sep 28 2024
MITI launches Circular Economy Policy Framework to promote sustainable manufacturing growth
The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has launched the Circular Economy Policy Framework with the aim of reformulating fossil-fuel-based industrial models
Thu Sep 26 2024
AWANI Tonight: Lego to swap oil-based bricks with pricier renewable plastic
In a move towards sustainability, toymaker Lego is on track to phase out fossil fuels in the production of its iconic bricks, aiming to replace the traditional oil-based plastic with renewable and recycled materials.
Wed Aug 28 2024
Lego to replace oil in its bricks with pricier renewable plastic
Lego is aiming to gradually bring down the oil content in its bricks by paying up to 70 pct more for certified renewable resin.
Wed Aug 28 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Nuclear power as an option in Malaysia’s energy mix](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71709702166_TBtenagasolar.jpg "[COLUMNIST] Nuclear power as an option in Malaysia’s energy mix")
[COLUMNIST] Nuclear power as an option in Malaysia’s energy mix
The world continues to shift from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources, with solar power leading the charge.
Tue Aug 27 2024
2024 could be world's hottest year as June breaks records
Greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels are the main cause of climate change.
Mon Jul 08 2024
![[COLUMNIST] The underrated essential for Malaysia’s future](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720064337_tbThorbjrnFors.jpg "[COLUMNIST] The underrated essential for Malaysia’s future")
[COLUMNIST] The underrated essential for Malaysia’s future
Energy efficiency is an important step towards a sustainable energy future.
Thu Jul 04 2024
Dinosaurs displayed a fast growth rate from the very beginning
Growing quickly allows organisms to escape the risky business of being small for a long part of their life history, says a paleontologist.
Sat Apr 27 2024
South Korean court hears children's climate change case against government
The proceeding is Asia's first such climate-related litigation, the plaintiffs said, which includes four petitions by children and infants.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Fossil of 16-million-year-old river dolphin found in Peru
Paleontologist Rodolfo Salas said the skull belonged to the largest dolphin known to have inhabited the waters of South America.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Scientists unveil 240-million-year-old reptile likened to dragon
The Dinocephalosaurus orientalis fossils were discovered in Guizhou province, southern China.
Sat Feb 24 2024
Out of step: Why sneakers and sportswear still lag on sustainability
Sportswear, athleisure and sneakers are big business, but recycling them is tricky as they depend on fossil fuel-based materials.
Sat Jan 20 2024