Transisi Energi Bersih di Asia Tenggara
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SDG 13. Climate
Philippines needs US$9bn and better foreign funding approach for energy transition: Rockefeller Foundation
Just Energy Transition deals have been “long on promise but short on progress”, the US-based philanthropic group says. It recommends countries iron out investment plans before making big political statements.
As Indonesia heads for the polls, Eco-Business assesses which of the three major presidential candidates has the strongest position on climate and environmental justice.
SDG 11. Cities
Clean energy policies in SE Asia improving but chronic issues impact payouts: SEACEF green fund manager
Clime Capital will raise its financing cap after winning blended finance backing for its regional early-stage funding scheme. But it has to “risk-gate” disbursements to keep clear of regulatory deadlocks.
Leaders Vietnam and The Philippines are facing delays in developing renewable energy projects, while unambitious Asean targets allow countries to continue developing coal and gas, says Global Energy Monitor.
As the island recovers from a pandemic-induced slump, it is trying to diversify its economy beyond tourism and attract green business. But can eco-startups scale or is Bali more beach than business?
Several commitments have been made in 2023 to boost clean energy in the region, and observers are now looking for signs of real action. Meanwhile, solar manufacturers could be in for a bumpy ride.
SDG 12. Consumption
Petronas, Pertamina among national oil companies at highest risk of not generating public returns in net-zero world
A new analysis lists the Malaysian and Indonesian oil firms as two of the world’s four state-owned oil companies which will face the highest costs for continued oil expansion. Falling demand of the dirty fuel could impact their national economies.
Meet the people pushing to protect one of the most vulnerable parts of the world to global warming at the COP28 climate talks in Dubai.
SDG 13. Climate
Fast-growing Johor eyes Singapore power trade, electric vehicle opportunities in green economy drive
Malaysia’s southernmost state is exploring clean power exports and boosting EV infrastructure development via a proposed special economic zone with Singapore. Johor's green economy plan will also look to bolster flood defences.
SDG 13. Climate
High renewables development costs are a ‘symptom’ of inflexible power grids: IRENA chief
Having more energy storage facilities can help shake Southeast Asia's reliance on fossil fuels, said the head of the intergovernmental body championing the use of renewables in a sit-down with Eco-Business.
SDG 13. Climate
Singapore’s central bank proposes engagement, over divestment, for decarbonising finance firms
While experts have lauded the regulator’s transition planning guidelines as one of the most comprehensive for the sector thus far, some said it remains unclear when divestment could be a valid and sound step to take.
The city-state has given initial clearance for firms to bring in over 4 GW of low-carbon electricity from its neighbours. Regulators are studying if Singapore can take in more power imports, with several consortiums indicating interest.
