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August 28, 2025
Indonesia’s sovereign fund seeks billions via “Patriot Bonds” for energy transition
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara, a flagship initiative of President Prabowo Subianto, has introduced “Patriot Bonds” aimed at raising IDR 50 trillion (about USD 3.05 billion).
August 27, 2025Philippines to launch carbon trading rules in energy sector this September
The Philippines is set to introduce carbon trading rules in September, initially targeting the energy industry in hopes of spurring low-carbon investment. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) estimates the country will need around US
August 25, 2025Racing against emissions: How F1 plans to hit net zero by 2030
While the Brad Pitt-led racing film F1: The Movie is drawing global attention to the sport's adrenaline-fueled action, Formula 1 itself is making headlines off the track for a different kind of race—its push toward sustainability.
August 22, 2025IAEA maps out 5-stage plan for first nuclear plant: Which two ASEAN countries lead?
The IEA hosted the second session of its Southeast Asia Nuclear Dialogue series, inviting John Haddad, Head of Nuclear Infrastructure Development at the IAEA, to share the conditions and processes involved in developing nuclear power plants.
August 22, 2025Google, Meta's data centers consume massive water — does AI growth threaten communities?
A 2024 report from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory estimated that in 2023, U.S. data centers consumed 17 billion gallons (64 billion liters) of water directly through cooling.
August 20, 2025How to future-proof China’s power grid?
China’s electricity supplies are generally stable today, but extreme weather and renewables integration are growing challenges.
August 13, 2025Thailand’s slow DPPA progress risks billions in foreign investment
The slow rollout of regulations for the DPPA has frustrated businesses and alarmed policy researchers, who fear that insufficient renewable energy deployment could cost the country THB 1 trillion in lost foreign investment.
August 08, 2025DHL seals Asia’s largest SAF deal as Neste urges demand certainty
Global courier company DHL is continuing to scale up its use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), recently securing the largest SAF purchase in Asia from Finnish oil company Neste.
August 07, 2025Coastal communities bear the brunt of Thailand’s LNG boom
Experts call for tighter regulations as Rayong’s environment and fisherfolk pay the price for country’s shift to ‘transition’ fuel.
August 06, 2025Clean energy as smart economics: Renewables redefine tech industry edge
Renewable energy has shifted from climate rhetoric to economic reality, becoming a central pillar of global electricity supply and a prerequisite for business competitiveness.