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April 10, 2026
Thailand’s growth cut to 1.3% amid energy crisis, PM Anutin unveils policy response
With the World Bank cutting Thailand's 2026 GDP forecast to 1.3%, PM Anutin is responding with B20 biodiesel at 5 baht/litre below standard diesel, expanded DPPA access for green power, and a 180-day "super licence" to cut business costs.
March 31, 2026CBAM 2026 rollout: How companies in Asia can use internal carbon pricing to build a competitive edge
The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will come into force in 2026, placing unprecedented compliance pressure on export-oriented companies across Asia.
March 10, 2026How Iran war could disrupt energy supply chains and raise new risks for businesses
The Middle East sits at the center of global oil and natural gas trade. Following a strike on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, fossil fuel prices have swung sharply, fueling concerns over inflation, raw material costs, and supply chain stability.
February 19, 2026Indonesia’s steel expansion risks a surge in greenhouse gas emissions
As global demand for steel is rising, Indonesia’s steel industry is one of the country’s largest industrial greenhouse gas emitters and is set to become far more polluting if current trends continue, according to a nonprofit report.
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.
January 26, 2026Philippines to release cement decarbonization roadmap ahead of ASEAN Summit
The Cement Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (CeMAP) said it expects to finalize a decarbonization roadmap for the sector by the end of February, focusing on increasing the use of alternative fuels and reducing clinker consumption.
January 12, 2026Thailand’s CBAM-compliant exports rise nearly 55% in 2025, driven by steel and aluminum
As climate policy and carbon pricing tighten, Thailand’s steel and aluminum manufacturers moved early to adjust their export structures.
January 06, 2026The low-carbon shift: How carbon fees, ETS, CBAM accelerate decarbonization in steel, cement
2026 marks a pivotal crossroads for corporate sustainability. For high-emitting sectors like cement and steel, the next few years will be crucial in navigating regulatory shifts and evaluating the feasibility of various decarbonization technologies.
January 05, 2026The low-carbon shift: How Kinpo manages emissions across 24 global factories with automation, digital tracking
Kinpo Electronics, a global electronics manufacturer with 24 factories across eight countries, including Thailand, the Philippines, China, Mexico, and Brazil, is working to embed sustainability into its core operations.
January 02, 2026The low-carbon shift: How cement, steel are strategizing for carbon costs
RECCESSARY spoke with Asia Cement Corporation (ACC) and China Steel Corporation (CSC), both among the first to be covered by the carbon fee, to understand how they are shaping their decarbonization paths.