Author: Dr Fauziah

Climate change is in your rice bowl

Kami tanam macam biasa, tapi cuaca tak biasa lagi. (We plant like before, but the weather isn’t like before.) – Farmer from Simunjan IN Sarawak, rice is not just food. It is culture, identity, and survival. Across the state – from the golden terraces of Ba’Kelalan to the lowland paddies

Roots of healing, leaves of change: A Journey to Long Terawan

“When we lose traditional knowledge, we lose part of our climate solution.” Into the Heart of Mulu Hidden deep within the lush greenery of Sarawak’s Mulu region lies Kampung Long Terawan, a small Berawan village that time seems to have gently brushed by. Surrounded by towering trees, limestone hills, and

Sustainability Isn’t a Trend – It’s a Tradition We Forgot

~In Borneo’s rainforests, I’ve seen that sustainability is not just a solution — it’s a story, rooted in rituals, respect, and resilience~ These days, the Word Sustainability is Everywhere It’s on posters, packaging, in policies and speeches. It’s being sold to us like the latest lifestyle upgrade — as if

Biotechnology’s bold new world: Solutions for health, climate and sustainability

“Biotechnology is key to sustainable development. We must harness its potential responsibly to improve lives while protecting our environment.” – Dr Yuan Longping, Father of Hybrid Rice (China) In a world that’s rapidly changing, biotechnology stands at the cutting edge of innovation, offering solutions that could reshape the future of

Beyond Celebration: What More Do Women Need?

There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish –  Michelle Obama Every year on March 8th, the world comes together to celebrate International Women’s Day. It is a time to recognise the achievements of women and to reflect on the challenges they continue to face. In Sarawak

Biodiversity in Action: Nature-based solutions to our carbon crisis

“By polluting the oceans, not mitigating CO2 emissions and destroying our biodiversity, we are killing our planet. Let us face it, there is no planet B.” – Emmanuel Macron, President of France As the world grapples with the escalating effects of climate change, Sarawak’s rich natural ecosystems are proving to be more than

Unlocking Nature’s Secrets: Why we must conserve our natural heritage

Yet, despite our many advances, our environment is still threatened by a range of problems, including global climate change, energy dependence on unsustainable fossil fuels, and loss of biodiversity – Dan Lipinski Nature has always been an endless source of wonder, inspiration, and sustenance for humankind. From the majestic trees

Embrace the Moments, Find the Joy

-Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears-John Lennon A new year’s resolution is about so much more than just one goal. Resolutions, no matter how big or small, are all about working towards becoming our best selves little by little. As we near

The Penan of Ulu Jelalong: Medicinal herbs as alternative therapy

Every herb has a story to tell, a unique healing message that is waiting to be discovered – Alchemy of Herbs Bioprospecting for biodiversity Major sectors such as energy, agriculture, and tourism, along with development planning, are experiencing significant transformations aimed at fostering nature-positive investments that enhance human security and

Discovering the Lahanan ethnic and their healing herbs

By embracing the wisdom of herbs, we unlock the door to our own healing powers – Alchemy of Herbs Much of Belaga’s unique history was submerged when the Bakun Dam reservoir flooded the entire valley two decades ago. The original settlements of ancient minority tribes, including the Lahanan ethnic communities,