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August 06, 2026
Southeast Asia steel faces rising CBAM costs as Malaysia’s bill could hit $237 million
Steelmakers across Southeast Asia are facing rising costs as the EU CBAM entered its charging phase this year. The Malaysia Steel Institute (MSI) estimates that CBAM-related compliance costs for the steel sector could reach 970.7 million ringgit.
August 06, 2026Carbon markets alone won’t keep Southeast Asia’s forests standing, study says
The researchers point to the need for diversified sources of conservation funding to complement carbon markets, such as blended finance, green bonds and payment for ecosystems services, as well as more supportive governance frameworks.
August 05, 2026Indonesia’s captive coal surge exposes loopholes in energy transition plans
Loopholes in energy transition targets have allowed coal to retain a long-term foothold in the Indonesian energy mix.
August 05, 2026Why contaminated soybean oil qualifies for biodiesel but not SAF
Taiwan’s investigation into Central Union’s benzo[a]pyrene (BaP) contamination is ongoing. Authorities have traced about 1,300 metric tons of affected soybean oil to Formosa Oilseed Processing (588 metric tons), Fwusow Industry (421 metric tons) and Taisu
August 04, 2026Indonesia shows elevated fire hotspot activity in 2026 as super El Niño threat looms
FireWatch estimates that approximately 103,000 hectares (255,000 acres) of land burned nationwide during the first half of 2026, raising concerns as forecasters warn that a strong El Niño could further increase fire risk.
August 04, 2026Thailand moves to review long-term power deals to lower electricity costs
Thailand is undertaking a comprehensive review of its power sector in a bid to bring down electricity prices, including revisiting long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) signed between state utilities and private generators.
August 04, 2026Thailand expands DPPAs: Should manufacturers wait or proceed with rooftop solar?
Thailand expanded DPPA access to all industries on July 15, but wheeling fees for TPA users are still unresolved. Rooftop solar covers 5–15% of demand now; off-site PPAs may cover more once rules land.
August 03, 2026Can China’s zero-carbon industrial parks go global?
Industrial parks drive a third of China's emissions. As Beijing eyes 100 zero-carbon zones, could this model reach 159+ overseas parks?
August 03, 2026Malaysia’s LSS6 rewrites the bidding equation with mandatory battery storage
Malaysia's LSS6 mandates BESS for all utility solar bids, pairing 2,500 MW solar with 1,250 MW storage. Southern siting preference targets Johor's 2+ GW data center cluster. Dispatch rules still pending.
August 03, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Philippines unveils $1 billion EV incentives, EU ETS adds pressure on Asian airlines
This week in ASEAN, the Philippines unveiled a USD 1 billion incentive programme to accelerate domestic EV manufacturing, while the EU’s proposed expansion of its ETS signaled rising carbon compliance costs for Asian airlines and exporters.