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EDP Renewables calls for ‘more stable, long-term’ land use rights for solar deployment in Singapore
The renewables giant, which recently pivoted away from Singapore to high-growth markets in Asia, hopes for leases to be extended to 35 years. For now, the city-state's industrial landlord has rejected the recommendation, stating that the licensed sites it provides are meant to be temporary.
The pioneer nuclear facility will benefit from fast-track permitting, aimed at stoking investor interest, according to the Department of Energy's proposed draft circular.
Catholic bishops from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean have issued a historic joint appeal urging urgent and just implementation of the Paris Agreement ahead of COP30.
Indonesia's plan for transitioning from coal has lacked clarity. But industry observers say the latest power strategy demonstrates a marked shift from the past, and could create incentives for initiating more clean energy projects in the coming years.
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Competition for critical minerals is heating up, with China's rare earth curbs in retaliation for tariffs from the United States in the spotlight. Effective resource diplomacy will require countries to exercise sensitivity and foresight.
Vietnam’s renewed ambition of developing nuclear power plants to fuel its industrialisation drive – supported by strong elite consensus – faces several obstacles, including an unrealistic timeline and financial challenges.
Businesses that fail to manage climate-driven risks will face higher costs, increased regulatory scrutiny and reputational damage.
Hanoi’s air pollution crisis demands action in emission regulation, waste management and climate mitigation.
#energy transition 视频
In this wide-ranging fireside chat moderated by Eco-Business CEO Jessica Cheam, AIA Group's chief investment officer Dr Mark Konyn asserts there is “no U-turn” among corporates invested for the long term, even as political regimes change amid a new world order.
There is consensus that coal needs to be retired early in Asia, but the mechanisms for financing the phase-out are not clear. This mini-documentary examines how transition credits work and whether they can fund Southeast Asia's equitable switch to clean power.
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Asia's green transition pathways need to be socially inclusive given huge differences in economic development across the region, says experts at the Boston Consulting Group. State-owned enterprises have an "outsized" role to play, they add.
After 20 years without electricity, more than 50 households in Cebu's poorest district have been provided with solar energy, financed by carbon offsets.
#energy transition 播客
The ESG head of the Philippine power company arm tells the EB Podcast that sustainability needs to be communicated not as a “progressive idea” but a business strategy that benefits the bottom line.
Andrew Buay, vice president for group corporate sustainability at Singtel, tells the EB Podcast that CSOs should not be precious about losing part of their job as the function evolves.
Trump 2.0 may prove to be a "bump in the road" for climate action, but banks and investors in Asia see growth and opportunity in the region for decarbonisation as climate risks grow.
Eco-anxiety is a healthy psychological response, says 24-year-old activist Clover Hogan. The founder of nonprofit Force of Nature tells the Eco-Business Podcast how to respond to anxiety in a world that is "numb" to the climate crisis.
#energy transition 新闻发布稿
#energy transition 研究
Fair Finance Asia (FFA)
Towards a gender-transformative energy transition in Asia
Eco-Business for Temasek's Ecosperity
Ecosperity Week 2024 post-conference report: Renewing our Vibrant Spring
