Indonesian island lights way to green power revolution

An article by Angela Dewan, Agence France-Presse (AFP). The locals of Sumba are tapping the sun, wind, rivers and pig dung, aiming to be self-sufficient in 10 years Kamanggih (Indonesia) – An Indonesian family of farmers eat cobs of corn outside their hut under the glow of a light bulb, as the women weave and Read on…

Southeast Asia catches the green home trend

An article by Ruth Ninajanty, The Jakarta Post. Green buildings have hit the mainstream in the West. The use of solar panels and sustainable materials is already common, as people aim to minimize pollution and create a healthy indoor environment. Going east, people are now campaigning for the importance of sustainable living. In Southeast Asia, Read on…

Villagers’ use of renewable energy recognized internationally

An article by Jon Afrizal, The Jakarta Post. The residents of Senamat Ulu village, Bungo regency, Jambi, have been developing renewable sources of energy for the past several years by optimizing the available natural resources in the area. The energy resources being developed are watermills (PLTKAs) and micro-hydro power plants (PLTMHs) and biogas. The residents Read on…

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