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Policy & Finance
New Philippine sovereign wealth fund to support clean energy push has corruption safeguards, says government rep
Eufrocinio Bernabe Jr, assistant secretary at the Department of Finance, making a pitch for the Maharlika Investment Fund at 'Unlocking capital for sustainability' Philippines, says it is an additional source of capital for renewables.
Policy & Finance
Philippines unveils proposed sovereign wealth fund for food security and clean energy at Davos
Observers are sceptical if the finance facility can solve the fiscal burdens of the debt-ridden nation. Unlike China and Singapore which run similar mechanisms, the Philippines does not enjoy rich budget surpluses.
Policy & Finance
Greenwash scrutiny in Asia a great boost to climate intelligence business: MioTech chief
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The Hong Kong-based green data start-up that has helped corporate polluters like energy giant Shell reduce their carbon emissions now wants a slice of the growing ESG pie in Southeast Asia. It launched its Singapore office last month.
Policy & Finance
Sorting out the messy economics for a fair climate transition
The region's multilateral development banks and state investment funds appear to be in flux about how money is raised and funnelled towards the energy transition with carbon pricing splitting views.
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Tighten legal ambiguity, protect more forests: Singapore conservationists issue wishlist to government
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Opinion / Carbon & Climate
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