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August 23, 2024
Tech giants’ RE100 commitments under fire amid unbundled REC controversy
The RE100 goal can be achieved through RECs with unbundled certificates, meaning that tech companies can claim to use renewable energy by purchasing certificates, even if they are not actually using electricity generated by renewable sources.
August 23, 2024Transport receives highest share of Germany's climate-damaging subsidies by far, report finds
The transport sector receives by far the biggest share out of all of Germany's government subsidies that are harmful to the climate, according to a report commissioned by the economy ministry.
August 15, 2024What makes energy renewable? Definitions, trends, and challenges
Traditional fossil fuels emit significant amounts of carbon dioxide, contributing to global warming and making the shift to renewable energy such as solar and wind to reduce carbon footprints. This article will explore what renewable energy is, how it dif
August 14, 2024Experts propose regulatory approaches to accelerate banks to phaseout coal
Recent surveys show that Singapore banks have failed to honor their commitments to stop financing coal-fired power plants. Specifically, DBS Bank, UOB, and OCBC Bank were found to have provided up to $2 billion to the coal industry.
August 14, 2024Elon Musk, Donald Trump's livestream conversation on climate issues draws criticism
Elon Musk’s support for former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked a stir, leading to a live discussion between the two on the X platform on August 12.
August 12, 2024Thailand’s EV incentive plan draws major investments from Nissan, Hyundai
To attract investment from electric vehicle (EV) related businesses, the Thai government has rolled out a series of incentives, prompting responses from major multinational companies.
August 12, 2024Infineon launches world’s largest SiC power semiconductor plant in Malaysia
Infineon Technologies, a leading German semiconductor manufacturer, officially inaugurated the world's largest silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor manufacturing facility in Malaysia on August 8.
August 08, 2024Malaysian government releases first solid waste circular economy blueprint
The Malaysian government unveiled its first Circular Economy Blueprint for Solid Waste (2025-2035) on August 6, outlining a 10-year policy direction for solid waste management.
August 07, 2024One-third of voluntary carbon market credits fail to meet additionality standards: ICVCM
Due to a lack of additionality, nearly one-third of carbon credits in the global voluntary carbon market do not meet high-quality standards, according to ICVCM.
August 07, 2024Germany prepares electricity market reform based on greater flexibility, hydrogen, capacity market
Germany is set to reform its electricity market design as it moves to decarbonise its power sector. In a paper outlining fields of action, the economy ministry (BMWK) presented reform options for the market elements of renewables support.