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September 18, 2024
Air taxis have high costs and emissions, not useful for energy transition – researchers
Air taxis and other electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOLs) are not useful mass transport technologies for the energy transition, according to a report by the Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW).
September 10, 2024How far has Apple reduced carbon emissions in its latest products?
The carbon reduction progress for the new Apple Watch and iPhone models is quite limited, highlighting that corporate decarbonization cannot make significant strides in a short period, even for the world's most valuable brands.
August 29, 2024Maersk calls for regulatory changes to support green shipping
The transition to green shipping is a long road, especially given the limited availability and high cost of sustainable fuels. As a leading player in the industry, Maersk has suggested that regulatory improvements could be key.
August 29, 2024ACEN, Barito Renewables partner to expand wind power in Indonesia
ACEN energy company announced a new partnership with Indonesia's Barito Renewables, aiming to expand wind power projects in Indonesia.
August 27, 2024Southeast Asia is set to be global EV industry hub, report says
Despite a slowdown in global electric vehicle (EV) market growth, BloombergNEF’s latest report remains optimistic about Southeast Asia becoming a global hub. The report forecasts that by 2040, the region will account for 56% of global EV sales.
August 23, 2024Tech 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.