Phase II of 'Breaking the Plastic Habit in Asia' to Expand Use of Behavioural Insights

 

The Regional Knowledge Centre for Marine Plastic Debris, in collaboration with the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies, will officially launch Phase II of the 'Breaking the Plastic Habit in Asia' project.

We invite you to join the launch event:

Date: October 18, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Jakarta Time

Registration: https://crm.iges.or.jp/public/application/add/5479

The public event will convene leaders from government, academia, civil society, and international organizations to share best practices, key findings, and explore collaboration opportunities for sustainable reduction of plastic waste in ASEAN. The event will feature keynote addresses by environmental leaders and presentations from pilot teams representing six ASEAN countries. Discussions will focus on how Behavioural Insights can drive long-term changes in plastic consumption habits.

Phase I successfully tested innovative approaches to reduce plastic waste in ASEAN countries by `nudging` people not to use single-use plastics. Examples include no free plastic bags, no free plastic straws, separate garbage boxes with display of segregated items, and awareness raising campaigns In Phase II, the project will further explore how behavioural changes can complement existing policies, such as bans and taxes. A new measurement framework will also be introduced to evaluate the effectiveness of 'the Behavioural Insights interventions. This phase will produce practical tools and case studies to guide policymakers, businesses, and civil society in implementing behaviour-centred solutions.

A capacity-building workshop on 16-17 October 2024 will prepare selected partner organizations to implement local projects from January to August 2025. The implementing partners for Phase II include:

· From Cambodia, Ministry of Environment

· From Indonesia, Center for Southeast Asian Studies

· From Lao PDR, Econox Laos – Plastic Free Laos Label

· From the Philippines, Institute of Civil Engineering, University of the Philippines Diliman

· From Thailand, Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University

· From Viet Nam, Nopa

About RKCMPD

About RKC-MPD

The Regional Knowledge Centre for Marine Plastic Debris was established under the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia in 2019. The Centre’s mission is to provide information and support to ASEAN+3 Member States, thereby helping them to improve the circularity of plastic and prevent leakage into marine environments.

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Price CATS Rises After Official Listing, Tips for Maximizing Profits

 

CATS was officially listed on October 8th on a number of global crypto exchanges, including Bitrue. Just before the listing, CATS price shocked crypto users with a fantastic price increase of up to 691%.

This increase coincided with an increase in trading in the crypto ecosystem which increased by 13 times.

So, what is the current price of CATS? How do CATS users react to the current token price conditions? 

Check out the explanation in this article. It will also explain how to maximize profits by depositing CATS tokens.

What is CATS?

What is CATS? CATS Telegram is a Telegram-based mini-application designed specifically for cat lovers and crypto fans.

The app offers a fun and interactive way to earn CATS tokens, a cryptocurrency built on The Open Network (TON) blockchain network.

Having a simple interface, CATS can be played by anyone, even those who are not familiar with Telegram games. CATS combines the fun of keeping a cat with the profit potential of the crypto world.

The CATS Telegram workflow is very simple, namely:

1. Earn CATS Points: When you first join, you will get several CATS points based on your previous activity on Telegram.

2. Interesting Tasks: You can earn more CATS points by completing various simple and fun tasks, such as inviting friends, participating in quizzes, or uploading photos of your cat.

3. Redeem Points: The CATS points you collect can be exchanged for real CATS tokens.

4. Active Community: CATS has a very active and growing community, so you can interact with other users, share experiences, and take part in various interesting events.

What is the Price of CATS Today?

CATS fans were disappointed because the price of CATS did not match expectations as was the excitement during the pre-market with an increase of almost 700%.

However, CATS USDT recorded an increase today and was traded at $0.00012797 with an increase of 27.97%.

Even though the price of this token is rising, you have to be quite alert. The reason is, as seen from the CATS price graph above the CATS RSI indicator is actually below 50, which means the selling trend is more dominant than the buying trend.

The CATS MACD line also looks like it is about to cross the border line in a descending manner. If it continues like this, a bearish CATS trend could occur in the future rather than a bullish trend.

About Airdrop CATS Season 2

Airdrop CATS season 1 has ended and all prizes have been distributed to winners along with CATS listing on crypto exchange. Now, CATS is preparing Season 2, which of course will also have an airdrop event.

Officially, CATS is also upgrading various features so that Season 2 of CATS will be more exciting for users to play. There are several innovations that CATS will carry out, such as AI photo farming to CATS' cute profile pictures.

CATS has not announced when Season 2 will officially launch. However, the CATS developer assures users that Season 2 will be much more interesting than Season 1. Let's look forward to it together.

Maximize Profits with CATS Deposits

Good news for CATS fans. Currently, Bitrue is offering event CATS token prizes with a finite amount of 70.000.000 CATS. All Bitrue users can participate in this event with easy conditions, namely make a CATS token deposit after clicking "JOIN" on the CATS deposit event.

This CATS deposit event from Bitrue has been going on from October 8 to October 18 2024 at 09:00 UTC. Later, the prize calculation will be based on net deposits taking into account the total deposits during the event and the total withdrawals on the Bitrue platform.

Participants in this event can check in real-time the total volume of CATS token deposits for the top 10 users on the Bitrue website. Prizes will be distributed to winners within 7 days after the event ends.

As additional information, CATS is also available in the Bitrue launchpool.

Apart from that, Bitrue also provides free features for you so you can do in-depth research for this token. That way, you will have in-depth consideration before buying CATS.

About Bitrue

Bitrue is a leading cryptocurrency exchange, offering a wide range of digital assets, innovative features, and user-focused services. Founded with the mission to empower the world’s crypto enthusiasts, Bitrue continues to expand its platform with new products, events, and opportunities for users worldwide.

 

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Will #Uptober Come in Mid-October? Here's the Analysis

From conflicts between countries to global economic conditions, #Uptober 2024 is pessimistic to be present. Crypto coin prices are very volatile. Will #Uptober 2024 still happen? Read the full explanation in this article.

October is always an exciting month for the crypto ecosystem with its trending hashtag #Uptober. The reason is, that this month has a history of increasing coin prices, including Bitcoin. Moreover, Bitcoin also has a curse about September which always makes its price decrease. 

However, October 2024 seems different compared to previous years where there has been movement since the beginning of the month. What is the condition of the crypto ecosystem in October this year? Will the tradition of price increases just come too late this month or will this year be an exception? Check out the complete analysis in this article.

Crypto Market in October 2024

Starting from Iran's attack on Israel on October 1, the investment world was affected, including the crypto ecosystem. The majority of crypto coins experienced a decline in price, including large coins, such as BTC, ETH, SOL, USDT, and XRP.

The launch of various coins from Telegram games such as CATS also experienced a decrease in hype so the price did not match expectations, even far below the pre-market price.

Bitcoin Price is even known to have experienced a decline of up to $5000 until October 3, leaving it at the level of $61,000. Other tokens are in the red zone without being able to avoid unclear market conditions.

Bitcoin Price Conditions when #Uptober is Late

Now, October has entered its second week. Until now, the condition of the crypto market is still unpredictable, it is still very volatile. When this article was written, crypto market conditions were very good. The majority of tokens are in the green zone with not too significant increases.

However, Bitcoin price still hasn't been able to surpass the price increase in September which is known as the curse of falling prices. Quoted from u.today, in an article written on September 28, the price of Bitcoin touched the $66,000 level in the last week. However, currently, Bitcoin is still stuck priced at $64,000 with conditions fluctuating since early October.

Above is the condition of the Bitcoin price chart when this article was written on October 14. As can be seen, the price of this coin king is $64,434 with an increase of +2.56% in 24 hours. Previously, BTC was at its highest price in a similar period at $64,860.

This highest price has actually passed the resistance phase which crypto analysts predict will be able to bring BTC to experience a price spike of up to $70,000. However, the highest price quickly fell and made BTC unable to maintain the resistance price for a long time.

Conclusion: Will #Uptober 2024 Be Here Soon?

#Uptober has become a tradition in the crypto ecosystem by using data from the last 5 years and showing similar trends, namely the increase in token prices in October. 

Even though October 2024 looks quite pessimistic for crypto to experience the #Uptober tradition due to various conditions, in fact in previous years #Uptober did not happen immediately at the beginning of October.

In 2020, Bitcoin prices appeared weak until October 16 and only experienced a significant increase of up to 30% in the following two months. In 2021, the condition of the crypto ecosystem was also very volatile in October.

#Uptober in 2023 also only starts in mid-October with a steady price spike at the end of November. 

With the data above, we can still be optimistic about #Uptober 2024. What is certain is that you can continue to follow the latest news about the crypto ecosystem by accessing the Bitrue website. Price checking Bitcoin to USD It can also be done easily with Bitrue so you don't need to change websites.

To check how to buy Bitcoin tokens and others for those of you who have just joined the crypto ecosystem, Bitrue has various features that can help you carry out independent research.

About Bitrue

Bitrue is a leading cryptocurrency exchange, offering a wide range of digital assets, innovative features, and user-focused services. Founded with the mission to empower the world’s crypto enthusiasts, Bitrue continues to expand its platform with new products, events, and opportunities for users worldwide.

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Banwa Private Island Supports Biodiversity Conservation Through Art and Education

 

Banwa Private Island is proud to share its recent initiatives supporting biodiversity conservation through art and education. The island, recognized as a top 10 Philippine area for sharks and rays, is dedicated to preserving its diverse ecosystems.

The one-night-only "Biodiversity in Full Color" art exhibition showcased the stunning artworks of Samantha Kaspar, a talented artist with a passion for nature. Her paintings highlight the island's rich biodiversity, inspiring viewers to appreciate and protect our natural world.

Banwa Private Island's commitment to conservation extends beyond its role as a sanctuary for marine life. The island has undertaken important research projects, including studies on native species and habitat preservation.

Ms. Janet Oquendo, Island Manager, stated, "Samantha's artworks beautifully capture the essence of our island's biodiversity. We're honored to support her and continue contributing to its preservation."

In addition to the art exhibition, Banwa Private Island's Aquos Foundation partnered with the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park Management Office to introduce the book "Mga Hero ng Planetang Blue" to local students, inspiring them to become environmental guardians.

Banwa Private Island remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable practices.

Banwa Private Island is proud to support the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity and its initiatives to raise awareness about biodiversity conservation through art and education.

The one-night-only "Biodiversity in Full Color" art exhibition showcased the stunning artworks of Ms. Samantha Kaspar, a talented artist with special needs whose passion for nature is evident in her vibrant paintings. Her works featured a diverse array of species, from colorful birds and fish to intricate corals and plants.

As a testament to its efforts, Banwa Private Island was recently recognized as one of the Philippines’ top 10 Important Shark and Ray Areas. This recognition highlights the island's critical importance in preserving these vulnerable species and their habitats. To further bolster its conservation efforts, the island has undertaken important research projects, including studies on the native Tabon Bird (or Philippine Megapode) and Mantanani Scops Owl, as well as initiatives to preserve the indigenous beach forests where these species nest.

Ms. Janet Oquendo, Island Manager of Banwa Private Island, stated, "Aquos Foundation's mission to protect marine ecosystems deeply resonates with Ms. Samantha's beautiful and evocative artworks. Her paintings capture the essence of the underwater world, reminding us of the delicate balance of nature. We're honored to have supported her and to continue contributing to the preservation of our island home's fragile ecosystems through our conservation initiatives, including research on native species and habitat preservation."

In addition to the art exhibition, Banwa Private Island's Aquos Foundation, in partnership with the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park and World Heritage Site Management Office recently, held an inspiring event for students from Tumarbong Elementary School. The event featured the introduction of the book "Mga Hero ng Planetang Blue," produced by the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity. The book inspires young readers to become guardians of our planet.

‘Biodiversity in Full Color’ art exhibit was a resounding success, demonstrating the power of art to connect people with nature and inspire action. Banwa Private Island remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable practices, both through art and education.

Photo shows Ms. Samantha Kaspar stands in front of the bed headframe coral artwork at the Northeast Principal Villa on Banwa Private Island (above photo of the collage). This stunning piece, inspired by the island's thriving coral reef, served as one of her painting inspirations for the recent art exhibit (below photo of the collage). The bed headframe's design is a testament to the Aquos Foundation's Reef Ball regeneration project.

About Banwa Private Island

Banwa Private Island is an intimate all-villa destination for discerning guests wanting to experience privacy and seamless service in a marine and land nature reserve. Nestled in one the world’s last frontiers of natural biodiversity, north-eastern Palawan in Philippines, the island sanctuary boasts of breath-taking views, verdant landscape, pristine beach and turquoise waters.

Banwa Private Island’s beachfront villas are designed to soak our guests in the natural beauty of the island. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow the outside to flood in, the beach and garden terraces are mere bare-footsteps away and an infinity pool melts into the ocean. For a quintessential island escape, guests can choose to stay in a contemporary-designed villa or exclusively charter the whole island for family, friends and colleagues.

Central to Banwa Private Island’s ethos, the Aquos Foundation was established to support, nurture and protect delicate ecosystems. Among its pioneering programs is the protection and restoration of habitats of the critically endangered Mantanani Scops Owl, Hawksbill Turtle and the Tabon Bird (Philippine Megapode).

www.banwaprivateisland.com

About Aquos Foundation

Fundamental to Banwa Private Island’s ethos, and something every guest’s visit contributes to, is our mission to support, nurture and protect the island’s delicate ecosystems – a mission that led to us to setting up the Aquos Foundation.

Our original inspiration was to help protect the critically endangered Hawksbill Turtle, as Banwa Private Island is one of its favoured nesting habitats in the region. Aligned to this, our Reef Balls programme is helping to stimulate reef regeneration off the south-westerly shores of Banwa Private Island. To date, our investment has funded the deployment of over 200 structures, which are already promoting significant growth of coral in the area.

As part of the Foundation’s further conservation initiatives, we are also pursuing important and nationally-recognised research programmes, guided by world-leading experts. Projects include studies into the native Tabon Bird (Philippine Megapode) and Mantanani Scops Owl, as well as the preservation of the indigenous beach forests where they nest.

www.banwaprivateisland.com/nature-and-conservation

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