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January 22, 2025
Rewiring Asia: Inside Singapore’s strategy to build a regional grid for clean power
Singapore relies heavily on natural gas, which accounts for 95% of its electricity generation. To meet growing electricity demand while staying on track for net-zero emissions by 2050, Singapore must shift toward cleaner energy sources.
January 21, 2025Trump rolls back green new deals on first day in office
After inauguration, U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign 100 executive orders, including withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, declaring an energy emergency, rolling back fossil fuel and emission regulations, and rescinding the EV mandate.
January 16, 2025Tesco to build low-carbon concept farms, urging clearer UK policy on sustainability
Tesco, the UK’s largest supermarket chain, announced on Jan. 10 its collaboration with local farms to introduce a range of sustainable carbon reduction solutions, aiming to reduce environmental damage across all stages of production.
January 08, 2025Updated: Six biggest banks in the US leave Net-Zero Banking Alliance
In less than a month, six of the largest banks in the U.S., including JPMorgan, have announced their withdrawal from the United Nations Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA).
December 20, 2024Why is Foxconn-PTT's EV project struggling in Thailand?
Japan's two major automakers, Honda and Nissan, confirmed they are considering a merger. Soon after, reports emerged that Foxconn is interested in acquiring Nissan, aiming to bolster its brand in the electric vehicle sector.
December 18, 2024Malaysia's banks accelerate carbon reduction with solar, financing projects
Malaysia's financial sector is intensifying its efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Public Bank will invest RM 14.88 million (about 3.3 million USD) to install solar panels across all its branches and buildings.
December 02, 2024Vietnam restarts Ninh Thuan nuclear project after 8-year suspension
Vietnam's National Assembly has approved the revival of nuclear power, with plans to develop nuclear energy to expand the use of low-carbon energy and achieve the national net-zero target by 2050.
November 26, 2024Indonesia's ambitious climate pledge sparks attention as challenges loom
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto recently announced an ambitious climate commitment, drawing significant attention and discussion.
November 26, 2024Malaysia to implement EECA in 2025, targeting energy-intensive buildings
The Malaysian government is set to implement the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA) next year, initially targeting buildings of large energy consumers in the manufacturing and commercial sectors.
November 22, 2024Prabowo commits to phasing out all coal plants in Indonesia within 15 years
At the recent G20 summit, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto boldly declared plans to phase out fossil fuels entirely within 15 years and to bring forward the country's net-zero target by 10 years.