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Geothermal is no longer an underdog technology, but a strategic advantage for the Philippines
Critical to the country’s energy security in the 1970s, geothermal is now re-emerging as the Philippines’ biggest clean energy advantage at a time when countries are seeking reliable, round-the-clock renewable power, says Francis Giles B. Puno, president and chief operating officer of First Gen Corporation.
Corporate Responsibility
To fight ESG scepticism, build alliances: Singtel’s Andrew Buay on the survival secrets of a chief sustainability officer
Andrew Buay, vice president for group corporate sustainability at Singtel, tells the EB Podcast that CSOs should not be precious about losing part of their job as the function evolves.
Trump 2.0 may prove to be a "bump in the road" for climate action, but banks and investors in Asia see growth and opportunity in the region for decarbonisation as climate risks grow.
Policy & Finance
‘We can’t keep asking more questions’: CDP acknowledges it needs to do more with less ESG data
The climate non-profit's head Sherry Madera insists there are just 450 questions, not over 5,500 as some industry players have cited, in its new questionnaire, which has faced pushback for failing to ease disclosure burden as intended.
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Podcasts / Energy
Geothermal is no longer an underdog technology, but a strategic advantage for the Philippines
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News / Policy & Finance
Philippines urges Southeast Asian neighbours to accelerate renewable energy, stabilise food security at Asean summit
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Extreme heat reshapes travel in Asia, nearly half of travellers changing plans: survey
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News / Corporate Responsibility
Singapore urges SMEs to adopt climate solutions to curb rising electricity bills
As conflict in the Middle East drives energy prices up, Singapore's smaller firms should adopt technologies that lower …
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