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Cement is tightly linked to national economic development, particularly in emerging markets undergoing rapid infrastructure expansion. However, the sector is also a major source of carbon emissions.

At the Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as “Summer Davos,” the World Economic Forum (WEF) on June 24 unveiled its Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2025. Among them, four technologies in sustainable and low-carbon energy made the list.

The re-arming of Europe looks set to become one of the most dynamic policy areas for the EU in the foreseeable future. Hundreds of billions of euros will be invested between Portugal and Finland in the coming years to bolster national militaries.

The Chinese electric vehicle giant is bringing affordable prices, cutting-edge technology and an aggressive strategy to the region’s markets.

The global push for sustainability has reached the fashion industry, with Swedish fashion giant H&M leading emissions reduction rankings.

The EU’s CBAM, starting in 2027, will impose carbon tariffs on high-emission imports—posing a major challenge to Vietnam’s steel exports. In response, Hoa Phat and VNSteel are stepping up decarbonization efforts and investing in green energy.

Seiko Epson, the Japanese electronics company, is developing a small carbon capture unit roughly the size of an office printer.

As cities around the world experience the growing impacts of climate change, the need for energy-efficient and sustainable cooling solutions is becoming more important than ever.

As many countries around the world actively invest in CCUS projects, Taiwan can draw on experiences of early adopters like Norway and Denmark to advance carbon storage practices and strengthen environmental risk management.

According to consulting firm McKinsey, CCUS market in Southeast Asia is projected to generate up to USD 5 billion to 10 billion in value over the decade starting in 2030. With bold ambitions, Malaysia is actively positioning itself as a regional leader.