Climate Change and Resilience

During the forum, Munafri also emphasized the readiness of the Makassar City Government to support the PSEL development. One of the proposed steps is optimizing land use at the Antang Final Disposal Site (TPA) in Manggala District, which is already available. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – The Mayor of Makassar, Munafri Arifuddin, attended a limited coordination meeting (Rakortas)…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – The phenomenon of children going to school carrying mini fans, classrooms using electric fans or air conditioners (AC), and schools being closed due to flooding and extreme weather can, in fact, serve as entry points for learning about climate change. These natural phenomena—now part of a global issue and agenda—are already being felt…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Dubai and several parts of the United Arab Emirates are grappling with intense and highly unusual weather as prolonged heavy rainfall continues to impact the region. The storm system, described by meteorologists as unstable and rare for this arid area, has brought rainfall levels far exceeding seasonal averages, triggering widespread flooding, disrupting daily…

Coral reefs require stable, high-salinity conditions. A sudden drop in salinity—especially in shallow, nearshore areas—can cause immediate physiological shock to coral polyps. Such rapid changes do not allow corals time to adapt, resulting in mass mortality across affected reef zones. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM- The massive flooding that struck Sumatera has drawn attention not only for its devastating…

MARTITIMEPOSTS.COM – Makassar—Amid the rising threats of climate change, increasingly felt from the shoreline to the city center, the Climate Change Study Center (PSPI) of the Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM) at Hasanuddin University (Unhas) continues to take on a strategic role. On Tuesday, 25 November 2025, PSPI LPPM Unhas, together with the Ministry…

maritimeposts.com/ – As the world gears up for COP30, the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference, it’s essential to understand what the Conference of the Parties (COP) represents — and why it remains a cornerstone in the global response to the climate crisis. The Foundation: UNFCCC and the Global Climate Regime The United Nations Framework…

By Achmad Yasir Baeda (Dr.Eng.)Ocean Engineering Laboratory, Universitas Hasanuddin ___ Presented at The 3rd International Conference on Research in Engineering and Science Technology 2025 (IC-REST 2025) – CSA Building, Gowa Campus of Engineering, Universitas HasanuddinWednesday, August 27th, 2025 MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – El Niño is one of the most influential climate phenomena shaping weather and environmental conditions…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Political ecology is an interdisciplinary field that explores the complex relationship between politics, power, and the environment. It emerged as a critical response to apolitical explanations of environmental change, challenging the idea that ecological issues can be understood only through natural science or technical solutions. Instead, political ecology emphasizes that environmental problems are…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM- As the world grapples with the escalating effects of climate change, scientists and policymakers alike are turning to nature-based solutions for carbon capture and storage. Two powerful allies in this battle are often overlooked yet critical: Green Carbon and Blue Carbon. Green Carbon refers to the carbon stored in land-based ecosystems, primarily through forests,…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM- Japanese researchers have introduced a groundbreaking cooling fabric designed not only to reflect heat but to actually lower body temperature. This innovative material, developed by a team of material scientists, incorporates nano-crystals that deflect infrared radiation and dissipate heat from the body, functioning much like a wearable heat sink. Unlike conventional sweat-wicking fabrics, this…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – While many countries struggle to manage mounting waste, Sweden has flipped the script—turning garbage into one of its most valuable energy resources. Thanks to one of the world’s most advanced recycling and waste-to-energy systems, less than 1% of Sweden’s household waste ends up in landfills. This remarkable achievement has not only solved a…

maritimeposts.com/ – Hasanuddin University (Unhas) is gearing up to host an international initiative titled Weathering with You, set to take place at the Marine Station on Barrang Lompo Island on May 31, 2025. This collaborative project is funded by the Asian Undergraduate Symposium 2024 Grant from NUS College and is coordinated by the National University…

MARITIMEPPOSTS.COM- The below infographic by 𝐀𝐤𝐞𝐩𝐚 illustrates the distribution of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across various sectors, based on widely cited sources. 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯: 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: 𝘌𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘺 & 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 (35%): The largest contributor, responsible for over a third of emissions. This includes energy generation from fossil fuels for power plants and…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Since the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, human activities have drastically altered Earth’s climate. The average global surface temperature has increased by approximately 1.1°C (2°F) since 1850, with the most significant warming occurring since the 1970s. The primary driver of this trend is the accumulation of greenhouse gases—especially carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄),…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Indonesia is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of global warming for several reasons: Rising Sea Levels: As a vast archipelago with over 17,000 islands, Indonesia faces significant threats from rising sea levels caused by climate change. Coastal areas, including major cities like Jakarta, are at risk of flooding, and many low-lying islands may…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Climate change poses significant challenges for Indonesia, given its geographical, social, and economic context. Here are the major issues related to climate change in Indonesia: Rising Sea Levels in the first issues. Indonesia is an archipelago with over 17,000 islands, and many of its coastal areas and islands are vulnerable to rising sea…

MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Global warming happens primarily due to human activities that increase greenhouse gas (GHG) concentrations in the Earth’s atmosphere. These gases trap heat, causing the planet’s temperature to rise over time. Here’s a breakdown of why global warming is happening: Greenhouse Gas Emissions The greenhouse effect is a natural process that keeps Earth warm,…