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February 12, 2026
World Bank cuts Thailand’s growth forecast, calls for green manufacturing pivot
With Thailand’s election results finalized, the passage of the government budget is now expected to proceed on schedule. The World Bank, however, says structural bottlenecks remain unresolved and has downgraded its growth forecast this year to 1.6%.
February 11, 2026Malaysia uses EUDR delay to strengthen palm oil traceability, MSPO standards
Malaysia is expanding its national sustainability standard to strengthen palm oil supply chain compliance.
February 10, 2026Indonesia eyes forest carbon potential as national carbon market launch nears in June
Indonesia is preparing to fully roll out its national carbon market in June, with large-scale trading expected to begin in July. Authorities are currently working to integrate multiple carbon registry systems.
February 10, 2026Malaysia lost 20% of its coral reefs in three years, survey finds
According to the latest national survey by Reef Check Malaysia, about one-fifth of the country’s coral cover has been lost since 2022, a decline compressed into just three years. What had been gradual erosion now looks more like a slide.
February 09, 2026Nippon Paper, PLS begin large-scale eucalyptus plantation study in Malaysia to evaluate biochar potential
Malaysia-listed PLS Plantations has partnered with Japan’s Nippon Paper to jointly research large-scale eucalyptus cultivation and assess the feasibility of downstream biomass applications, including biochar and black pellets for carbon sequestration.
February 09, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Philippines passes energy storage law; Thailand election sidelines climate policy
This week’s ASEAN sustainability roundup highlights developments in energy storage, green transport, and renewable fuels.
February 06, 2026Indonesia seeks Australian investment in $5 billion waste-to-energy program
Indonesia is stepping up efforts to attract foreign investment into its waste-to-energy (WtE) programme, with Danantara recently pitching the plan to Australian companies during a high-level business visit.
February 06, 2026Analysis: Why climate remains sidelined in Thailand’s election debate and what the next government can do
As Thailand heads to the polls on Feb. 8, experts explain why climate remains sidelined in the election debate and what the next government must do on energy.
February 05, 2026Singapore startup launches mobile EV chargers in Malaysia as fixed infrastructure lags
A mobile energy storage–equipped EV charging station has made its first appearance in Malaysia. Singapore-based startup Kelle Energy has launched a mobile EV charger integrated with battery storage.
February 05, 2026Why Vietnam’s rapid rise and Thailand’s slower growth tell different investment stories
Vietnam may overtake Thailand in nominal GDP in 2026. But does the ranking tell the full story?