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July 08, 2024
Malaysia's investment in Vietnam's coal plant sparks criticism
Malaysia’s EXIM Bank announced a cross-sea investment in Vietnam's Song Hau 2 coal-fired power plant, raising industry concerns about violating government energy transition and decarbonization commitments.
May 06, 2024
Singapore launches new corporate lab for low-carbon technologies
Singapore has launched a $60 million lab to drive research and development in low-carbon technologies to help achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
April 01, 2024
Machine tool industry seeks green transition amid booming carbon market
Verification agencies, consulting firms, and agri-food industry players of Taiwan gathered at a forum held on March 28 to share insights on corporate sustainability and carbon reduction from three different perspectives.
November 16, 2023
Opportunities and challenges of green transportation in Vietnam
To fulfill the commitment at COP26 which is to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, Vietnam is prioritizing "greening" efforts to both land and sea transport with new business opportunities and challenges as well.
November 13, 2023
Vietnam prepares for carbon tariffs in 2025 for net-zero target
As carbon taxes and credits become more prevalent across global markets, Vietnam is seeking ways to demonstrate its responsibility in decarbonization and help local businesses adapt to change.
October 23, 2023
Indonesia “needs affordable new energy to everyone”
Indonesia wants to develop projects on new energy sources such as nuclear, hydrogen and ammonia to achieve its Net Zero Emissions (NZE) by 2060 or sooner, according to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM).
October 19, 2023
Panasonic becomes first in Penang to operate net-zero carbon emission plant
Japanese electronics giant Panasonic has announced that its automotive systems factory in Penang, Malaysia is now operating as a net-zero carbon emission plant.
October 17, 2023
Malaysia to implement regulations for large power users
Malaysia’s Parliament on passed a law on 11 October that will require the biggest energy consumers to implement power-saving measures, as it looks to reduce its energy consumption and carbon emissions.
October 16, 2023
BOI announces initiatives for measures to support carbon credits, clearing the path to achieve 'Net Zero' goals
Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) prepares to implement measures to support carbon credits, paving the way toward achieving 'Net Zero' and providing additional special benefits.
September 23, 2023
Pertamina, OIKN join forces to build sustainable energy center to drive green transition
Indonesia’s state-owned oil giant Pertamina and The Nusantara Capital City Authority signed a MoU on the development of the Pertamina Sustainable Energy Center in East Kalimantan Province.