The past week saw significant developments on multiple environmental fronts in Asia. Indonesia's commitment to retiring the Cirebon-1 coal power plant in West Java marked a crucial step towards transitioning to cleaner energy sources. However, this move has raised concerns over labor rights and environmental damage compensation, sparking important discussions around just transitions and mitigating the impact on workers and affected communities. Additionally, the approval of three new irrigation dams in Cambodia's Cardamom Mountains has cast doubt on the country's commitment to REDD+ projects aimed at reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation. These dams overlap with existing carbon credit projects, posing a threat to the region's forests and biodiversity, thereby challenging Cambodia's environmental stewardship. Furthermore, environmental watchdog Walhi's call for legal action against companies in Indonesia's palm oil, mining, and forestry sectors highlights the pervasive issue of corruption and environmental destruction, emphasizing the urgent need for accountability and sustainable practices across industries. Lastly, the risks associated with glacier loss and ice melt in Asia were underscored on World Glacier Day, stressing the potential for disrupted trade, power production loss, and the sinking of coastal capitals due to rising sea levels. These risks are a stark reminder of the immediate need for proactive measures to mitigate the impact of climate change in vulnerable regions.