Environment

Will coal dependence hamper Malaysia’s solar energy boom?

Solar investments are on the rise, but these may not be enough to meet Malaysia’s renewable energy targets.

Will coal dependence hamper Malaysia’s solar energy boom?

Solar investments are on the rise, but these may not be enough to meet Malaysia’s renewable energy targets.

Modest geothermal growth to persist

Growth drivers will only be few, especially those in tectonically active areas.

Where is Hong Kong now in its carbon neutrality target?

The city is now implementing several abatement measures as it aims to be carbon neutral by 2050.

Japan bets on offshore wind in bid to reach net-zero emissions

Long overlooked by the market, offshore wind farms are finally in the limelight as the country pledges carbon neutrality by 2050.

APAC solar PV capacity to triple to 1,500 GW by 2030

Indonesia is set to be the star player of the decade.

New renewables trumps cheapest fossil fuel on cost

2020’s new renewable project additions will save an estimated $156b.

Wind and solar investments to hit $1.3t by 2030 in APAC: WoodMackenzie

Fossil fuel power investment will see a loss of $54b a year.

Japan pledges whopping $10b to aid Asia’s green energy projects

The financial aid includes lending and investment from Japanese private and public sectors.

China spearheads global wind power growth: report

The government’s ambitious climate goals supported renewables in the country.

South Korea’s National Pension Service curbs investments in coal

The NPS is considered the world’s third largest pension fund.

South Korea pushes for bigger cuts in GHG emissions

The country also pledged $5m for a green fund to boost renewables in developing countries.

Japan’s Mizuho joins APAC banks to cut off coal financing

The company is the country's third largest bank.

Australia’s coal plants may soon go extinct

Wind and solar edging coal plants out of Australia’s power mix.

Why LNG power investors should remain vigilant in the Philippines LNG market

Investors are said to risk exposure to $14b in stranded assets.