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March 02, 2026
Iran war: How Southeast Asian countries respond to energy market risks
The critical artery for global oil transport faces potential disruption, pushing energy security rapidly to the forefront of national policy agendas.
March 02, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Thai firms rank S&P sustainability Top 1%; Philippines advances nuclear roadmap
This week in ASEAN, sustainability developments range from corporate performance rankings to energy policy shifts. Thai companies gained stronger global visibility in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2026, with 13 firms achieving Top 1% CSA rankings.
February 25, 2026How Thailand and Vietnam’s power reforms will reshape corporate energy strategy
AI-led data center investments and Southeast Asia’s manufacturing boom are intensifying corporate concerns over power supply security and electricity prices. Thailand and Vietnam are both preparing to roll out new power sector policies in 2026.
February 25, 2026As Nepal votes, climate change is an elephant in the room for Sherpa community
Seasonal migration and low resident voter presence in Nepal’s Sagarmatha (Everest) region mean election campaigns concentrate on infrastructure rather than climate adaptation, leaving long-term environmental resilience underprioritized.
February 24, 2026Philippines prioritizes nuclear in power framework, finalizes 7-phase licensing roadmap
The Philippines has unveiled a new power policy framework that formally prioritizes nuclear energy and other emerging technologies over conventional coal to meet the country’s round-the-clock electricity needs.
February 13, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Indonesia to launch national carbon market in June; World Bank cuts Thailand GDP forecast
This week in ASEAN, sustainability developments focus on carbon markets and supply chain compliance. Indonesia’s national carbon market is set to launch in June, with cross-border trading and international alignment in focus.
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 11, 2026IPBES: Four key takeaways on how nature loss threatens the global economy
The “undervaluing” of nature by businesses is fuelling its decline and putting the global economy at risk, according to a major new report.
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, 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.