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April 10, 2025
Green methanol emerges as best candidate for climate-neutral shipping, report finds
Climate-neutral industrial alcohol made with renewable electricity appears to be the most suitable synthetic fuel to decarbonize international shipping, researchers from the Institute of Maritime Energy Systems have found.
April 07, 2025Japan backs low-carbon industry in Malaysia with focus on energy efficiency, renewables
To support the growth of low-carbon industries in Malaysia, the Japanese government, through the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), announced at the end of March a list of 47 Japanese companies with established operations in the country.
April 02, 2025EU reconsiders 2035 combustion engine ban as U.S. tariff threat looms
The European Commission has officially proposed extending the deadline for car manufacturers to meet emission reduction targets, granting them an additional two-year grace period.
April 02, 2025Thailand accelerates SAF development with public-private collaboration
To speed up the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), the Thai government is partnering with six major local companies and their affiliates to establish a waste cooking oil-based SAF feedstock supply chain.
April 01, 2025Vietnam’s FIT policy overhaul triggers industry bankruptcy fears
Vietnam’s government is conducting a comprehensive review of its feed-in tariff (FIT) regulations, a move that could significantly cut revenue for some operating renewable energy projects. This has sparked concern among industry players, who have filed a
March 28, 2025European airlines push back against EU's SAF mandates amid cost concerns
The EU's push to expand the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has sparked strong backlash from the aviation industry.
March 27, 2025Thailand aims to become carbon trading hub with crypto-friendly regulations
To stimulate its carbon trading market, Thailand is revising regulations to relax cryptocurrency oversight. The proposed changes would allow the tokenization of carbon credits, carbon allowances, and renewable energy certificates using blockchain.
March 26, 2025US, EU climate policy rollbacks threaten Southeast Asia’s energy transition — experts propose 2 key strategies
Western climate policy rollbacks are raising concerns about setbacks to Southeast Asia’s energy transition, as reduced financing and weaker climate accountability could slow progress across the region.
March 25, 2025Indonesia strengthens green transition efforts despite U.S. withdrawal from JETP
To support energy transition and the green economy, the Indonesian government has officially established a cross-departmental special task force, led by Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto.
March 24, 2025Phuket sets ambitious goal to achieve carbon-neutral old town by 2030
Tourism contributes 8% of global carbon emissions, and Phuket, one of Thailand’s top travel destinations, is taking steps to cut its environmental impact.