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December 07, 2023
Philippines eye first coal-plant phase-out by carbon finance
The Rockefeller Foundation collaborates with ACEN, a major Philippine energy player, using carbon financing for the early decommissioning and transition of a coal-fired power plant in the Philippines to renewable energy.
December 05, 2023Indonesia’s carbon market flats, even no trading
After IDX Carbon launch, Indonesia's trading volume briefly outpaced Japan and Malaysia. However, a British media found little activity over the past 2 months, contrasting the earlier surge.
December 04, 2023Japanese bank invests in CIX to expand Asia’s carbon credit market
CLIMATE Impact X has secured investment from Japan’s Mizuho Financial Group, which will collaborate with the Singaporean carbon exchange to meet the growing demand for international carbon credits among Japanese companies.
December 04, 2023Indonesia finalizes renewables target with G7 climate finance plan
Indonesia has officially finalized the Comprehensive Investment and Policy Plan (CIPP), aiming to persuade the members of the JETP to secure $20 billion in funds for green energy transformation.
November 30, 2023Taipower’s Round 2 auction for renewables awards 60 companies
Taipower has announced results of its Round 2 auction for small-amount green electricity on Nov. 30, with 60 companies winning contracts, with the new bundle of “100,000 kWh for five-year period” receiving the most bids.
November 30, 2023Malaysia’s parliament powered by solar energy in 2024
Malaysia’s parliament is expected to include the use of solar energy in its operation by June next year as part of its sustainability efforts.
November 24, 2023CCCS-NUS study finds half of online products claiming 'eco-friendly' without supporting evidence
According to a study released by the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) on Nov. 16, about half of online products made vague claims of being "eco-friendly" without providing supporting details.
November 17, 2023Indonesian PLN plans 31.6GW renewable power capacity in 2024-2033
Indonesia's PLN plans to construct an additional 31.6 GW of renewable power capacity between 2024 and 2033, Chief Executive Darmawan Prasodjo told the parliament on Nov. 15.
November 16, 2023Carbon credits in the spotlight at upcoming COP28 climate talks
Carbon credits will take center stage at the upcoming UN climate talks, COP28, in Dubai at the end of this month. These credits, purchased by companies to offset their carbon emissions, allow them to consider consumed goods and services ‘carbon neutral’.
November 14, 2023Sustainable Taiwan Expo 2023 to unveil new green opportunities
The Sustainable Taiwan Expo 2023 will return for its 4th edition on Nov. 22 through 24 at Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, unlocking trade opportunities across the green supply chain.