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With the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) entering into force and electricity demand from data centers rising rapidly, ASEAN is approaching a critical inflection point in its sustainability transition in 2026.

RECCESSARY spoke with Asia Cement Corporation (ACC) and China Steel Corporation (CSC), both among the first to be covered by the carbon fee, to understand how they are shaping their decarbonization paths.

Taiwan’s new rules, which take effect on November 5, mandate that large-scale data centers consuming 5 MW or more obtain approval for their energy-use plans before construction.

The winner of the $100 million XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition has been announced. Houston-based startup Mati Carbon has taken the top prize with $50 million for its use of Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) technology.

Thailand’s cabinet approves a carbon tax rate of 200 baht ($5.88) per ton of carbon emissions. Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul stated in an official announcement that the carbon tax will be integrated into the existing petroleum tax structure.

Singapore and Malaysia announced the establishment of the Johor-Singapore Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) at the border of the two countries. This initiative aims to attract more investments and create more job opportunities.

Malaysian state of Sarawak is planning to establish a Climate Change Center as a key point of engagement for collaboration with businesses.

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.

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.

Vietnam's tourism sector is actively promoting low-carbon travel, with local travel agencies introducing green itineraries aimed at minimizing carbon emissions generated by tourists.