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Development vs Environmentalism: Is Palm Oil Sustainable in Malaysia?
19 minutes Posted Jun 3, 2021 at 12:49 am.
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In conjunction with World Environment Day, Visvamba and Yodhin take a deep dive into understanding Malaysia's improving track record in producing sustainable palm oil, but is it actually sustainable? While deforestation may be slowing down on a national scale, there are growing concerns surrounding labor conditions at plantations.

 

We discuss the global pressures and standards imposed on Malaysia in ensuring that sustainable palm oil is met, but are these standards unrealistic and unfair to many small land holders which contribute a huge proportion of palm oil supply.

 

Listen to the full episode here. Happy World Environment Day. #7DAYSFORCLIMATE #CLIMATEKITA