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October 23, 2024
Vietnam seeks Europe's support in funding, technology for green transition
The "Green Economy Forum and Exhibition" (GEFE), organized by the EuroCham Vietnam and Ministry of Industry and Trade, attracted over 200 exhibitors from various countries, featuring 13 national exhibition areas.
October 21, 2024Can China’s new BRI bonds spur sustainable development?
The bonds, focused on green projects, can help programmes in developing countries secure lower-cost financing, but competition and sustaining interest remain challenges.
October 04, 2024Can regenerative agriculture make palm oil sustainable?
Large trials in Indonesia and Malaysia are showing it is possible to become sustainable without damaging productivity or local economies
September 23, 2024Climate targets on the rise, but not include Berkshire Hathaway, Tesla, says survey
The latest annual report from the international Net Zero Tracker indicates that the number of entities setting net-zero targets continues to rise at regional, city, and corporate levels. However, over 40% of entities have not taken any action, including e
September 16, 2024Subic Freeport aims to achieve carbon neutrality with new green initiatives
The Philippines' Subic Bay Freeport Zone has vowed to become the first carbon-neutral economic zone, launching a series of net-zero initiatives. These plans include creating a net-zero roadmap for buildings, applying carbon capture technology, and more.
August 21, 2024Data centers in Taiwan face power supply challenges
As international companies increasingly establish artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud data centers in Taiwan, concerns are rising over the country’s power supply. Following a series of recent power outages, Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) delivered a s
August 16, 2024Vietnamese agri-trade firm lands $25 million to boost sustainable coffee supply chain
On August 15th, Phuc Sinh Corp., a Vietnamese agricultural product trading company, announced that it has received a green investment of up to $25 million from the Dutch & Green Fund. This marks the first time a Vietnamese company has achieved such a mile
August 01, 2024New SBTi research highlights importance of carbon credit quality, expert says
SBTi's draft on Scope 3 carbon credits is delayed, with a report showing most carbon credits fail to meet climate goals. Industry researcher warns that this highlights the increasing importance of carbon credit quality.
July 26, 2024Philippines to host LDF to amplify voices of climate-vulnerable nations
"The Philippines were ready to serve as the voice of the most vulnerable countries in the region and the world," Philippine Environment Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga said on behalf of the president at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Chang
July 16, 2024Shipping industry struggles with decarbonization amid green fuel supply, policy challenges
The shipping industry is facing immense pressure to reduce emissions due to underdeveloped decarbonization technologies and tightening carbon tax policies. Major players like Maersk and Taiwan’s top shipping companies—Evergreen, Wan Hai, and Yang Ming—are