Wendy Lo

Sarawak will introduce a carbon levy on facilities in the oil, gas and energy sectors this year, while advancing a forest-based carbon economy.

Thailand’s power sector is heading into 2026 with a more upbeat outlook, even as broader economic challenges weigh on the country.

Thai Honda has unveiled its first electric motorcycle in Thailand, following approval under the country’s national EV plan. The model will be produced locally and is slated for export to Vietnam later this year.

The Trump administration announced that the U.S. will withdraw from 66 international entities, including around a dozen energy and climate organizations and agreements, arguing that continued participation no longer serves U.S. national interests.

Vietnam is accelerating efforts to build an internationally connected carbon market, but experts say gaps remain in global standards alignment and MRV capacity.

Malaysia plans to introduce a carbon tax in 2026. As the new year begins, the clock is also starting to run on how prepared Malaysian companies are for carbon pricing.

Thailand’s Amata Corporation subsidiary, Amata VN Plc, has secured government approval to build its fifth industrial estate in Phu Tho province, as Vietnam’s economy continues to post strong growth despite a volatile global environment.

Japan has started commercial operations at its first floating offshore wind farm, construction firm Toda Corporation said on Monday. The 16.8 megawatt (MW) project, located off Nagasaki in southern Japan, is the first offshore wind facility to be certifie