In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked with Dr. Pichamon Yeophantong about the intricate relationship between scientific research and policymaking, particularly in the Mekong Region, and the challenges researchers face in translating science into impactful action. Episode host: Rajesh Daniel Sound editing: Alyzza Albay Artwork: Variya Plungwatana Series producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya Plungwatana Podcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode ⁠here⁠.

In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked with Bernadette Victorio (Bea) from Fair Finance Asia, a network dedicated to ensuring that financial institutions in Asia operate in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. The episode presents a nuanced discussion on the role of commercial banks funding hydropower in the Mekong Region, and how banks can ensure transparency and accountability. Episode host: Rajesh Daniel Sound editing: Variya Plungwatana Artwork: Variya Plungwatana Series producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya Plungwatana Podcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode here.

In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked with Dr. Kaneungnich Sribuaim about drafting Thailand's groundbreaking legislation to empower citizens in the battle against air pollution. Episode host: Rajesh Daniel Sound editing: Variya Plungwatana Artwork: Variya Plungwatana Series producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya Plungwatana Podcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode here.