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November 05, 2024
Amazon's nuclear power agreement faces setback with FERC rejection
U.S. energy regulators have rejected an amended interconnection agreement that would have linked an Amazon data center in Pennsylvania directly to a nuclear power plant, a move that could have significant implications for the revival of nuclear energy.
October 23, 2024Vietnam 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, 2024Central Group, TSS partner to roll out solar solutions in Vietnam's retail outlets
Thailand's Central Group is intensifying its sustainability initiatives in Vietnam. This includes the expansion of rooftop solar installations and efforts to reduce energy consumption, aimed at mitigating the impact of Vietnam's unstable power supply.
October 20, 2024Indonesia’s new green agenda: Prabowo leads push for bioenergy, self-sufficiency
Despite being a major coal producer and the world’s largest palm oil exporter with considerable potential for bioenergy, Indonesia faces unique challenges and opportunities in its energy transition. Under Prabowo’s leadership, what shape will this transfo
October 16, 2024Green bonds, red flags: Cambodia’s microfinance crisis deepens amid sustainability push
Microfinance institutions in Cambodia, accused of predatory lending, are pivoting to green bonds while borrowers, burdened by debt and climate impacts, struggle to survive.
October 09, 2024AI's rising energy demands propel tech giants into nuclear investments
As major tech companies like Amazon and Microsoft explore nuclear energy to address the surging electricity demands of data centers, Google executives recently indicated that the company is also assessing the feasibility of using nuclear power.
September 23, 2024Microsoft’s nuclear power deal propels Three Mile Island restart
Constellation Energy recently announced a power purchase agreement with Microsoft to prepare for the restart of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant. However, the plan has not yet received approval from federal, state, and local governments.
September 20, 2024Vietnam’s mangroves, seaweed offer huge blue carbon potential
With a coastline extending over 3,000 kilometers, Vietnam, blessed with a unique geographical environment, is actively exploring new opportunities in blue carbon.
September 18, 2024Singapore companies face 'minimal impact' from carbon tax hike: Survey
Starting this year, Singapore has increased its carbon tax to SGD 25 per ton (about 19 USD) and announced plans for further increases, aiming to encourage companies to accelerate their carbon reduction efforts.
September 16, 2024Indonesia’s new government targets $65 bln green fund through carbon credit revenues
Indonesia's new government intends to establish a green fund, raising capital through the production and sale of nature-based carbon removal credits to invest in more green projects and achieve a net-zero goal by 2060.