Environment

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  Jakarta slum dwellers help flooded-out neighbours

  2014-01-29

  Floods in the capitals displace tens of thousands of people.

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  Post Typhoon, Aceh offers "lessons learned" to Philippines

  2013-12-03

  Indonesian officials are encouraging Manila to focus on transparency, co-ordination of relief efforts, and strong leadership during typhoon recovery.

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  In Bali, a campaign to raise ecological awareness

  2013-07-29

  Conservationists say better stewardship of Bali's natural assets will not only save species but help sustain the tourist economy and the jobs it provides.

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  Prompted by neighbours' concern, Indonesia tackles haze crisis

  2013-07-10

  The annual fires negatively impacted its neighbours, but this year, Jakarta has won praise for its swift response.

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  Earth Day march draws support in Surabaya

  2013-04-29

  Islam teaches us to love God's creation, not just on April 22nd, but every day, one cleric says.

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  In East Jakarta, green neighbourhood inspires

  2013-04-08

  Residents of an East Jakarta sub-district are taking a lead in community waste management – offering solutions to a growing problem in Asia's swelling cities.

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  As green spaces shrink, flood risk grows in Asian capitals

  2013-03-06

  Rapid urbanisation in Asia has led to vulnerability to inland and coastal flooding. Experts say Jakarta needs more green areas to prevent future flooding.

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  Planting seeds for a green future in Yogyakarta

  2013-03-04

  The city's green school programme is teaching kids to manage waste, plant trees and generally care for the natural environment.

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  Flooding reaches disaster proportions in Indonesia

  2013-01-18

  Many parts of the archipelago are soaked. In a worse-than-usual rainy season, at least nine have died in flooding.

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  Deep South's rubber tappers wait for floods to recede

  2013-01-10

  Livelihoods are put on hold as locals hope for drier conditions in the coming weeks.

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  New film to educate Indonesians on disaster preparedness

  2012-10-20

  The Red Cross is co-producing a film that will help people in Indonesia recognise when natural disaster is imminent and prepare for when it strikes.

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  Humanitarian concerns transcend religious conflict in Ambon

  2012-08-25

  Floods in Ambon caused at least 13 deaths and displaced thousands. Locals have set aside lingering conflicts and are focusing on humanitarian efforts to help others.

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  Shrinking, crumbling sidewalks endanger Jakarta walkers

  2012-05-28

  Motorcycles, vendors, and even potted plants are leaving less room for the millions who walk in Jakarta.

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  Jakarta's daunting traffic a recipe for stress

  2012-05-06

  A proliferation of cheap cars and motorbikes make for tense times on the city's streets.

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  Malaysians becoming more alert to disaster threats

  2012-04-27

  Although many regard their country as being outside the high-risk zone, recent events have changed perceptions.

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  Indonesia's disaster-ready schools pass quake test

  2012-04-22

  Damage in Aceh was minimal compared to the 2004 disaster, thanks to better disaster preparedness and emergency response measures.