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Water
After decades of underinvestment, the tide might finally be turning for water innovation in Asia
The water crisis is sparking more interest from private equity and start-ups are dishing out solutions that are less capital-intensive, observe industry watchers. The data, however, points to a picture that is more mixed, with stop-start investment cycles that are largely cyclical.
A phase-out of diesel subsidies does not come without political risk and short-term pain for consumers, but could position Malaysia as a regional frontrunner for clean energy policy, say academics and business owners.
Carbon & Climate
Why progress beats perfection in safeguarding nature and biodiversity among Asean businesses
EB Studio
Integrating nature and biodiversity into business practices is key to sustainable operations for Asean’s bioeconomy. However, the lack of pricing mechanisms and firmer regulations governing natural resources must see the region come together to address such challenges.
Green Buildings
How leveraging software can green energy-intensive data centres
EB Studio
New solutions are needed to reduce carbon emissions from data centres amid increased global reliance on data facilities. Integrating information technology and operational technology to cut energy consumption may be one way forward.
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Policy & Finance
No new sustainability measures in Singapore's 2023 budget
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