Towards an energy efficient ASEAN
In tandem with a renewable energy policy, energy efficiency will be key to building a reliable and sustainable energy system for the future of Southeast Asia. Energy efficiency refers to the reduced rate of energy consumption in order to produce the same amount of output. Less energy resources are needed to fuel the same level […]
Transforming to rely less on labour and energy will make Singapore firms stronger: Lawrence Wong
SINGAPORE – Making early moves to transform business processes to be less reliant on labour and be more energy-efficient will put Singapore’s businesses in a stronger position for the future, said Finance Minister Lawrence Wong on Tuesday (March 22).
Transitioning to net-zero through energy efficiency takes precedence
Global warming, which is blamed for recent floods and rise in temperature, has become the most alarming concern affecting the world today, and requires more innovative ways and technology to minimise the surplus of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere.
Trend of sustainability remains driver of real estate industry
The trend of sustainability will continue to be a driver of Vietnam’s real estate industry, heard a workshop on April 7. Participants in the event discussed the development of green, energy-efficient, and resource-saving buildings, which is currently one of the priorities in the global construction sector. Paul Fisher, country head of real estate services firm […]
Two Global X ETFs to Take Advantage of Southeast Asia’s Green Push
The green push can extrapolate investment gains from Southeast Asia, particularly the Global X FTSE Southeast Asia ETF (ASEA) and the Global X CleanTech ETF (CTEC).
UEM Edgenta accumulates RM55m in electricity savings across EPC-adopted assets
KUALA LUMPUR: UEM Edgenta Bhd’s Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) initiative has accumulated over RM55 million in electricity savings across its adoption at public and private assets from 2017 to 2019. The company said it will continue to explore potential opportunities related to reduction of greenhouse gas emission and assist the government in lowering its electricity […]
UK and Thailand to work together on energy efficiency
The UK’s ASEAN Low Carbon Energy Programme aims to encourage the transition to low carbon energy in Thailand while creating real energy cost savings for households and businesses
UK-ASEAN trade reboot highlights cooperation, digital solutions, sustainability
It is a sign of the times that during the coronavirus pandemic countries are forging new diplomatic partnerships and reshaping existing relationships. The latest example is the UK and ASEAN, whose trading links are well established but are now set for a reboot. Last month, UK Secretary of State for International Trade Liz Truss met with […]
University research team makes rechargeable batteries out of rice husks
HCM CITY — A team of researchers and students at the HCM City University of Science – Việt Nam National University – Ho Chi Minh City have succeeded at making a prototype lithium-ion rechargeable battery from rice husks, a common agricultural waste in Việt Nam, especially in the Mekong Delta. Leader of the team, Vũ […]
UOB launches financing platform for energy efficiency projects in buildings, homes
SINGAPORE (THE BUSINESS TIMES) – UOB has launched an integrated financing platform to drive the development and adoption of energy efficiency projects for buildings and homes in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia.