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July 01, 2025
Over 100 firms, investors urge EU to uphold sustainability regulations
On June 30, more than 100 companies and investors issued a joint statement urging the European Union to maintain its strong sustainability regulations.
June 25, 2025As prices surge, what next for China’s green power certificates?
Energy-intensive businesses now need to green some of their electricity use. Certificates to prove it have shot up in price.
June 24, 2025Global energy giants bet on Vietnam’s offshore wind: Will 2027 be the turning point?
Vietnam’s offshore wind potential remains largely untapped, and the sector is progressing at a relatively slow pace. Nevertheless, multinational companies from the U.S., Europe, and China continue to express strong confidence in its long-term prospects.
June 06, 2025Carbon capture projects promise a climate fix — and a fossil fuel lifeline
Governments across Southeast Asia are looking at carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) as a way to meet climate targets. Critics say CCS costs too much to be commercially viable, and underperforms at capturing carbon.
June 05, 2025Vietnam's grid under pressure as heatwaves drive up electricity demand
A nationwide spike in electricity usage, driven by ongoing heatwaves in northern and central Vietnam, set a new all-time high on the afternoon of June 2. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued an urgent directive to ensure stability.
June 05, 2025How global EV nickel demand is polluting Indonesia’s indigenous communities
Investigations by environmental groups revealed dangerous heavy metal contamination, deforestation and violations of environmental laws, linking the mining operations to politically exposed persons and global electric vehicle supply chains.
June 04, 2025Thailand’s proposed solar law sparks debate over ministerial powers
The Thai government plans to roll out a new bill to promote the adoption of rooftop solar systems among households. By simplifying procedures and reducing costs, the bill aims to increase public willingness to install rooftop solar.
October 19, 2023Energy transition in five key Southeast Asian markets
Southeast Asia is home to some of the world’s fastest-growing economies. As energy demand grows, the region is turning to renewable energy to not only to sustain economic growth but also to safeguard its energy security.
March 22, 2023South Korea lowers 2030 industrial emissions reduction targets
South Korea on Tuesday revised down its 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets for the industrial sector, but kept its commitment to reducing carbon emissions by 40% of 2018 levels in what it called a reasonable adjustment.
February 24, 2023EU climate diplomacy deal caught in debate on nuclear
The European Union countries failed to adopt climate diplomacy conclusions scheduled for Monday due to a developing split over the role of nuclear energy in the green transition, according to EU officials.
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