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In this section, we cover who's moving where in the sustainability sector and provide insights into the skills needed to excel in this fast-changing discipline.
Phuan has been on the renewable giant’s regional management team since 2022, when it acquired the firm he co-founded. He will lead its new spin-off Equator Renewables Asia, which focuses on cross-border projects between Indonesia and Singapore.
News / Carbon & Climate
Malaysia’s plantations minister Johari Abdul Ghani to take over environment portfolio
The move is effective immediately and follows the earlier resignation of former Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.
News / Food & Agriculture
Paper giant APRIL hires former FSC chief Kim Carstensen, eyes recertification
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The appointment of the former Forest Stewardship Council director general comes as the Indonesian paper giant works towards re-association with the eco-certifier. It has not been an FSC member since 2013.
News / Carbon & Climate
24 hours with… Nickel Industries sustainability head Muchtazar
Indonesia's nickel sector is booming as demand for EV battery materials soars. But the industry is under growing scrutiny for its environmental impact. Nickel Industries sustainability chief Muchtazar tells Eco-Business about his typical working day.
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News / Food & Agriculture
Paper giant APRIL hires former FSC chief Kim Carstensen, eyes recertification
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News / Carbon & Climate
Thailand mulls bringing forward net zero target to 2050 in latest climate plan
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