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Climate-neutral industrial alcohol made with renewable electricity appears to be the most suitable synthetic fuel to decarbonize international shipping, researchers from the Institute of Maritime Energy Systems have found.

The International Maritime Organization’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) kicked off a five-day meeting on April 7, focusing on technical regulations, energy efficiency, and pollution in the shipping industry.

To support the growth of low-carbon industries in Malaysia, the Japanese government, through the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), announced at the end of March a list of 47 Japanese companies with established operations in the country.

The European Commission has officially proposed extending the deadline for car manufacturers to meet emission reduction targets, granting them an additional two-year grace period.

To support energy transition and the green economy, the Indonesian government has officially established a cross-departmental special task force, led by Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto.

Tourism contributes 8% of global carbon emissions, and Phuket, one of Thailand’s top travel destinations, is taking steps to cut its environmental impact.

To achieve net zero by 2050, Vietnam is implementing an energy transition action plan, which includes phasing out outdated coal-fired power plants while exploring the feasibility of co-firing biomass and ammonia.

Vietnam has pledged to begin utilizing nuclear power by 2030. The government is also in discussions with five countries, including Russia, about potential cooperation.

To increase public awareness of the carbon tax, the Thai government has teamed up with Chulalongkorn University and two major oil companies.

After inauguration, U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign 100 executive orders, including withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, declaring an energy emergency, rolling back fossil fuel and emission regulations, and rescinding the EV mandate.