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December 10, 2024
Analysis: Why the $300 bln climate-finance goal is even less ambitious than it seems
At COP29 in Baku, developed-country parties agreed to help raise “at least” $300bn a year by 2035 for climate action in developing countries. Yet it faced a strong backlash from many developing countries, with some branding it a “joke” and “betrayal”.
December 06, 2024Small-scale fishers of Indonesia and China face similar issues
During our workshop in Bali, experts from both nations found common ground when comparing the hurdles to sustainable coastal communities.
December 04, 2024AWS to decarbonize new data center with AI innovation
Amazon Web Services (AWS) unveiled new data center components on Dec. 3, including innovations in power supply, cooling systems, and hardware design aimed at supporting the development of next-generation artificial intelligence (AI).
December 02, 2024Vietnam restarts Ninh Thuan nuclear project after 8-year suspension
Vietnam's National Assembly has approved the revival of nuclear power, with plans to develop nuclear energy to expand the use of low-carbon energy and achieve the national net-zero target by 2050.
November 21, 2024NCQG draft sparks outrage as COP29 fails to bridge finance divide
COP29 released a draft climate finance proposal on Nov. 21, but key details regarding the scale, sources, and mechanisms of the funding remain unclear. This leaves member countries with the challenge of reaching a consensus in the coming days.
November 20, 2024COP29 week two: Key updates on ASEAN’s climate actions
As the United Nations Climate Summit (COP29) enters its second week, what are the latest climate actions and policies from ASEAN countries worth noting?
November 19, 2024Singapore, EU, China collaborate on multi-jurisdiction green financing taxonomy
Singapore’s sustainable finance taxonomy is aligned with those of the EU and China after it was launched at the end of last year. This alignment will serve as a framework for investors to assess green economic activities across these three regions.
November 14, 2024COP29 updates: How are ASEAN countries advancing their climate policy?
The United Nations Climate Summit (COP29) is currently in full swing, with ASEAN member states, consisting of developing countries, actively participating.
November 08, 2024Climate finance tensions loom over COP29 as developed nations urge new contributors
Ahead of COP29, reports have emerged that countries such as the United States and members of the European Union are pushing to expand the list of contributors, requesting countries like Singapore to assume part of the financial responsibility.
November 05, 2024Shell Malaysia plans large-scale solar initiative to achieve net-zero by 2050
Shell Malaysia has unveiled a significant plan to accelerate its transition towards net-zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on installing solar panels across the rooftops of its more than 600 retail sites.