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January 15, 2026
Vietnam’s motorbike ban looms: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City push for green transport, but real-world challenges remain
Vietnam has long struggled with severe air pollution, with its capital Hanoi frequently topping global rankings for the worst air quality. In response, both central and local governments are stepping up efforts to restore cleaner air.
January 13, 2026Vietnam targets 41.7% emissions cut by 2035 in draft NDC 3.0
Vietnam is preparing to submit an updated NDC, with a government official saying at a recent technical consultation event that the draft has been assessed based on socio-economic impacts, financing needs, and potential costs.
January 12, 2026Thai Honda debuts first electric motorcycle, targets Vietnam export in 2026
Thai Honda has unveiled its first electric motorcycle in Thailand, following approval under the country’s national EV plan. The model will be produced locally and is slated for export to Vietnam later this year.
January 12, 2026Analysis: Why Taiwan’s single-use plastic restrictions are falling short despite years of effort
As Taiwan’s plastic reduction rules continue to expand, the Ministry of Environment recently announced new goals that extend restrictions to e-commerce and retail packaging, while introducing incentives tied to the circular economy.
January 12, 2026Q&A: What Trump’s U.S. exit from UNFCCC and IPCC could mean for climate action
The Trump administration in the U.S. has announced its intention to withdraw from the UN’s landmark climate treaty, alongside 65 other international bodies that “no longer serve American interests”.
January 12, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Malaysia’s LSS6 projects spark storage market surge; Amata expands Vietnam eco-industrial park
This week in Southeast Asia, renewable energy, carbon markets, and green industry investment take center stage.
January 05, 2026Malaysia's energy storage demand driven by LSS6, Solar ATAP in early 2026
Malaysia’s renewable energy sector is entering 2026 with a packed first quarter, as new policy frameworks take effect, fresh solar tenders approach, and large electricity buyers, particularly data centers, move closer to the market.
January 05, 20262026 Sustainability Trends: Top 10 new energy and carbon issues in ASEAN
With the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) entering into force and electricity demand from data centers rising rapidly, ASEAN is approaching a critical inflection point in its sustainability transition in 2026.
January 05, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Philippines tightens power project oversight; Malaysia faces first climate lawsuit
This week in ASEAN, the Philippine government has stepped up oversight of more than 200 power infrastructure projects nationwide, including the Terra Solar project, with its first phase set to start commercial operations in the first quarter. Meanwhile, t
January 02, 2026Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone to unlock renewable power trade and SME opportunities in 2026
The Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone is set to reshape Johor’s energy landscape from 2026.