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November 06, 2024
How COP29 host Azerbaijan could boost growth through climate action?
Azerbaijan’s economy is highly dependent on fossil-fuel exports, making its economic prospects vulnerable to rising emissions-cutting ambition around the world.
November 04, 2024Chinese solar plants shift to Indonesia, Laos to evade U.S. tariffs
The effects of the U.S. increasing tariffs on four Southeast Asian countries have become apparent, with Chinese companies in Vietnam's solar sector being forced to cut production and lay off workers.
November 04, 2024Grid interconnectivity is critical to ASEAN’s energy transition, Ember says
But the ‘hardware’ of energy infrastructure must be accompanied by just and inclusive approaches, write two energy analysts.
October 30, 2024Vietnam embraces low-carbon tourism with green initiatives
Vietnam's tourism sector is actively promoting low-carbon travel, with local travel agencies introducing green itineraries aimed at minimizing carbon emissions generated by tourists.
October 30, 2024Japan projects CCS costs to be lower than carbon prices by 2040
Japan is set to incorporate Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) into its national energy development framework, aiming for commercial operation by 2030.
October 29, 2024Will Indonesia’s biodiesel push put its climate goals at risk?
Environmentalists warn the plan to increase palm oil content in biodiesel will mean more deforestation, despite its association with renewables.
October 24, 2024Thailand’s PTT GC, Bangchak set to launch SAF next year
Thailand's PTT and Bangchak are investing in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with plans to launch biofuels next year to tap into the green transportation market.
October 24, 2024ASEAN power grid could drive economic growth, halve air pollution, study finds
A study by the U.S. Department of Energy highlights that the ASEAN power grid not only has the potential to address green energy shortages but can also create job opportunities, attract investments, and reduce pollution.
October 24, 2024Can incinerators solve Vietnam’s waste crisis?
As landfills struggle to cope, Vietnam is turning to waste-to-energy plants as a potential solution – but could they introduce new challenges?
October 23, 2024Sarawak achieves renewable energy target 6 years ahead, said Premier
Sarawak, Malaysia, has made significant strides in renewable energy development, with installed capacity for power generation reaching 62% this year—six years ahead of the original target. Hydropower is the primary contributor to this achievement, and the