Cleaning the economy
Bringing the economy back on track for normal growth is necessary, but may be insufficient if the government does not direct growth in a cleaner manner. Power generation and industries that play a major role in driving the Thai economy need to be seriously adjusted to meet growing demand for environmentally friendly operations aimed at […]
Vietnam can be leader in transition to clean energy: US climate envoy
Vietnam can set an example for clean energy adoption thanks to its natural advantages, the U.S.’s special presidential envoy for climate, John Kerry, said.
Sarawak to have own climate change policy, says state asst minister
The Sarawak government will soon produce its own climate change policy following the completion of a study undertaken under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), said Dr Hazland Abang Hipni.
Pertamina to expedite energy transition efforts in Indonesia
PT Pertamina (Persero) strives to support the energy transition program in Indonesia by targeting to install rooftop solar power plants at one thousand gas stations (SPBU) and develop the electric vehicle ecosystem.
Higher carbon tax meant to alert firms that emissions have explicit cost, impacting environment: Grace Fu
SINGAPORE – The newly announced carbon tax hike is meant to send a signal to companies that carbon emissions have an explicit cost because of their impact on the environment, said Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu on Saturday (Feb 19).
Emitters working on improving energy efficiency to deal with looming carbon tax hikes
SINGAPORE: To deal with newly-announced carbon tax hikes that will take effect over the coming years, large emitters say they will continue improving energy efficiency, among other initiatives, to cut their emissions.
BRIN calls for concrete programs for sustainable development in G20
Jakarta (ANTARA) – The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) calls for concrete programs from the science sector for sustainable development, such as the efforts to speed up sustainable energy transition in the Group of Twenty (G20) event.
Singapore hikes carbon price, announces 2050 net-zero target
Singapore has announced a steep rise in the price heavy polluters must pay for carbon emissions, as it looks to set more ambitious climate targets, in line with what scientists say is needed to battle global warming.
Budget 2022: Singapore’s carbon tax could increase to $80 per tonne of emissions by 2030
SINGAPORE – The carbon tax rate in Singapore will be increased from the current $5 per tonne of emissions to between $50 and $80 by 2030, a move that will help the nation reach new, more ambitious climate goals announced on Friday (Feb 18).
COP26 President visits Viet Nam and Indonesia to progress putting the Glasgow Climate Pact into action
COP26 President Alok Sharma travelled to Indonesia and Viet Nam this week to progress and strengthen delivery of the landmark Glasgow Climate Pact.