Month: August 2024

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eyesonbrasil visiting dr. Edivando in Munich

Carbon Markets: Solution to the Climate Crisis?

Or a License to Pollute? C O M M E N T A R Y dr.Edivando Vitor do Couto / eyesonbrasil Dr. Edivando Vitor do CoutoLecce [ Southern Italy ] 26 august 2024– Recently, a dear friend of mine, who graduated with me and now works for one of those big organizations focused on peace and…
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The Resilience of Babar Islands: A Tale of Earth’s Fury and Hope

The Resilience of Babar Islands: A Tale of Earth’s Fury and Hope

eyesonindonesia 1. The Babar Archipelago The Babar Islands, nestled in the heart of the Banda Sea, form an enchanting archipelago off Indonesia’s coast. Their verdant hills, azure waters, and rich biodiversity have long captivated travelers and locals alike. 2. The Seaquake’s Awakening One fateful morning, as the sun painted the horizon, the Babar Islands trembled.…
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Nusantara: A Vision of Tomorrow

Nusantara: A Vision of Tomorrow

eyesonindonesia 1. A Bold Move In a historic decision, Indonesia has chosen Nusantara as its new capital, replacing Jakarta. The name itself, derived from Javanese, means “archipelago,” reflecting the country’s rich diversity and unity. This bold move aims to address Jakarta’s challenges—overpopulation, traffic congestion, and environmental pollution—by creating a sustainable, smart city on the island…
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Nusantara: Shaping Indonesia’s Future

Nusantara: Shaping Indonesia’s Future

eyesonindonesia On August 12, 2024, Indonesian President Joko Widodo held his first cabinet meeting in the nation’s future capital of Nusantara. The city, located in Penajam Paser Utara, East Kalimantan, is still under construction and faces doubts about the sustainability of this ambitious megaproject. President Widodo has been working from Nusantara for the past two…
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Malaysia launches Solid Waste Plan

Malaysia launches Solid Waste Plan

A Circular Economy Blueprint eyesonmalaysia Amsterdam, August 11th — Malaysian Housing and Local Government launched the long anticipated Circular Economy Blueprint for Solid Waste plan ( 2025- 2030 ) in Malaysia.  The project includes establishing legislation related to scheme and a zero-waste-to-landfill certification for manufacturers and the Extended Producer Responsibility.  Additionally, the ministry is kickstarting a very…
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Norway leads the way to end plastic pollution

Norway leads the way Globally

Example for the rest of the World eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, August 10th, 2024– In Oslo, Norway is working for a new legally binding and global agreement against marine plastic litter and plastic pollution under the auspices of the UN Environment Assembly.  The Nordic country believes that a central obligation in a new agreement is that all countries should prepare national…
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Indonesia: World leader Implementing Ocean Accounting

Indonesia: World leader Implementing Ocean Accounting

Serious efforts taken seriously eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, 6 August 2024 — At the 5th Global Dialogue on Sustainable Ocean Development in Sanur, Bali, yesterday the Indonesian Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries officially launched Indonesian ocean accounting. The country launched the 5th Global Dialogue on Sustainable Ocean Development in Sanur, Bali, an impressive presentation and focusing on sustainable marine management and reducing…
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Manila Bay Cleanup

The Philippines on its unstoppable way becoming a regional model

Cleaning Up Rivers and Waterways eyesonthephilippines Amsterdam, August 5th 2024– Like several other regions in SE Asia, the Philippines is grappling with the problem of river and waterway pollution. Plastic waste, for example, is a major challenge and threat to the environment, economic productivity, and the health of the population.  It seems therefore to be…
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79th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia

14 Days to the 79th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia

Preparation of the Ceremony Field at the State Palace eyesonindonesia Let’s explore the rich history of Indonesia, a nation shaped by its geography, culture, and interactions with the world. 1. Ancient Roots: Java Man and Early Inhabitants The history of Indonesia stretches back over a million years. Fossilized remains of Homo erectus, affectionately known as…
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Carbon Tax

Canada sets a global example

Spending your tax money responsibly and without protest  the global eyeson…project Amsterdam, August 4, 2024–Those who desperately reach for their heads and wallets or sometimes for violence at the mere thought of more expensive fuel would do well to delve into the ‘Canada Carbon Rebate’. Beautiful and exemplary, how these Canadians solve their problems in…
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