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December 10, 2024
Philippines makes significant leap in renewable energy investment, BNEF report reveals
The Philippines ranked among the top two most attractive emerging markets in Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) latest climate survey.
December 09, 2024How can China’s renewables sector take steps towards achieving gender equality?
Data transparency and a commitment from businesses could help improve representation and begin eliminating barriers faced by women.
December 06, 2024Thailand cuts taxes to encourage hybrid EV production
To expand the development of electric vehicles (EVs), the Thai government has passed a new tax system aimed at hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs), offering conditional excise tax reductions for manufacturers.
December 05, 2024Malaysia’s ambitious SAF plans face supply, regulatory hurdles
Malaysia plans to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2027, leveraging its natural resources to grow its bioenergy sector. However, limited availability of used cooking oil (UCO) raises concerns about meeting biofuel supply demands.
December 05, 2024Analysis: South Asian cross-border energy trade ignores climate risks
A new deal could boost the economy in Bhutan and Nepal while helping India and Bangladesh – but it is based on increasingly precarious hydro.
December 03, 2024Geothermal energy development faces challenges in Indonesia, Philippines
Indonesia and the Philippines possess rich geothermal resources. However, high risks and local concerns over safety and environmental impacts hinder financing and industry growth.
December 03, 2024Research raises concerns over fossil fuel technologies in AZEC partnership
A study reveals that more than a third of the collaborations under AZEC involve fossil fuel technologies.
December 02, 2024Indonesia to introduce B40 biodiesel in 2025 amid wood pellet controversy
Indonesia has reached an innovative milestone in bioenergy development, officially confirming that B40 biodiesel, a blend of 40% palm oil and 60% regular diesel, will be introduced starting next year.
December 02, 2024What China’s green ‘overcapacity’ could mean for the Global South
While the US and EU impose tariffs in response, some developing economies see opportunities to benefit from China’s green manufacturing strengths.
November 29, 2024Startup Captura's ocean carbon capture technology aims to slash costs
The development of carbon capture technology has been slow, partly due to high costs. However, the American startup Captura is developing ocean carbon capture technology that promises to halve these costs.