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Civil society groups express concern over the draft declaration’s failure to adequately acknowledge “Indigenous peoples”, among other shortcomings.

Regulation is a crucial factor that investors consider before funding carbon projects, experts said at a recent event in Malaysia. Developers argue that the system does not need to be perfect to kickstart projects.

A regional standard is needed to ensure the credibility of carbon credits, Malaysia's natural resources minister said at the Unlocking capital for sustainability event in Kuala Lumpur.

A look at Southeast Asia's evolving landscape of solar energy adoption, from achievements to hurdles and future aspirations.

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Oleh Rhick Lars Albay

Oleh Siva Selan

Oleh Yajie Yang

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Farmer working on a rice field in Bali, Indonesia.

The expected advent of the La Niña might portend a double-edged sword for affected regions. Oleh Elyssa Kaur Ludher

The rampant activity reduces freshwater supply in turn affecting crop output, drinking water and the general ecosystem. Oleh Edward Park and Dung Duc Tran

While rainfall is important, how it is collected, stored and distributed is crucial to dealing with the region’s increasingly drier spells. Oleh Richard Friend, Jutamas Kaewsuk and Pakamas Thinphanga

Energy systems that rely on coal are not inherently secure as commodity market fluctuations can challenge affordability, while tripling solar and wind capacity in Asean would only negligibly impact system operations. Oleh Christopher Doleman

Oleh Vinod Thomas

Oleh Jessica Cheam

Oleh Dr Theresa Mundita Lim

Oleh Shantanu Srivastava

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Southeast Asian nations are racing to bring clean, affordable power to their people, but one country is outrunning them all. How can states make their renewable energy transition a success?

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Laos has announced the construction of two new coal plants for this year, despite growing evidence that coal power comes with significant financial risk. What is holding back the country from tapping its rich clean energy resources instead?

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