The erratic weather condition these days—sweltering hot one moment, thunderstorms the next—is a sign of global warming. While environmental awareness and the efforts to live more sustainably are better than say, five years ago, there's still much work to be done to prevent a climate catastrophe. According to the UN Environment Programme’s Emissions Gap Report 2022, the world is headed for 2.8 degrees of global heating by the end of the century—a seemingly negligible number but the effects can be devastating.

With this in mind, former model turned environmentalist Melissa Tan joined the Antarctic Climate Expedition to raise awareness about the threats facing the world's oceans and how to save them. Headed by the renowned ocean geographer Dr Sylvia Earle, Tan was the only Malaysian representative in a group of 110 ambassadors, comprising climate experts, conservationists, activists, entrepreneurs and artists—all united by a passion and belief in preserving the planet. Read about her experience in the South Pole here.

Also in this week's newsletter:

• Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne's favourite Omega watch
• Smart home appliances that save energy and money
• Last minute staycation ideas for Labour Day weekend
• Guide to being an eco-tourist

Cheers,
Brian Cheong
Digital Editor

You may recognise Omega brand ambassador and British actor Eddie Redmayne from films like the Fantastic Beasts series, Les Misérables, and The Theory of Everything, for which he won a Best Actor Oscar. Nominated recently for a Golden Globe for his performance in the crime drama The Good Nurse, Redmayne attended the launch of the Swiss brand's Aqua Terra Shades in London where he shared about his working relationship with Omega, his favourite Aqua Terra timepiece, and his thoughts on form versus function when it comes to deciding on a watch to wear.

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With the advancements in smart home technology, we now have the option to save energy while keeping our homes comfortable and healthy. Smart home appliances with energy-saving features offer a convenient and sustainable household solution.

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Yet another long weekend is upon us. If you're planning to remain in KL, make full use of the Labour Day break by taking advantage of the attractive staycation deals in the city. Here are six, a combination of luxurious and eclectic retreats, that we love.

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Travelling green isn't just being eco-friendly but rethinking about that dream holiday destination you've always wanted and making conscious choices. Choosing low-carbon modes of transportation, minimising waste, and supporting local and sustainable businesses are just the tip of the iceberg. Reef Check Malaysia's resident marine biologist and programme manager Alvin Chelliah lists the four ways to be a real eco-tourist.

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