More than a third of all worldwide energy is consumed by buildings and construction, so a new generation of architects are designing structures that both respond to Malaysia’s climate whilst also being sympathetic to the global climate emergency. Award-winning Malaysian architect Eleena Jamil, who has utilised bamboo in her structures, explains the importance of embracing … [Read more...]
SA filmmaker exposes the secret lives of sea creatures
This week on Inside Africa, CNN International explores the extraordinary kelp forest, rich in marine life and biodiversity, on the coast of South Africa’s Cape Peninsula. With award winning filmmaker Craig Foster, the programme learns how The Sea Change Trust is fighting to protect South Africa’s diverse coastline. Foster has been diving through the kelp forest on the … [Read more...]
Take the climate solutions quiz
To reduce our impact on the climate and avert disaster, it’s going to take more than switching to high-efficiency light bulbs. But the most effective ways that individuals, policymakers and businesses can reduce our carbon footprint might surprise you. Let’s see how much you know about what can be done to fight climate change. Take the climate solutions quiz at CNN. … [Read more...]
