Eco-Business

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Tan Thai Yong, who also helms an alliance of companies paving the way for the electrification of harbour craft in Singapore’s waters, tells Eco-Business about the challenges in pursuing low-carbon solutions for sea logistics. A one-year trial for e-supply boat deliveries will kick off next month.

The renewables giant is shifting roles away from its regional headquarters to Japan, Australia and Taiwan, while relocating some functions to Malaysia to cut costs. However, the firm anticipates ending the year with a similar headcount.

Green energy tax credits have boosted US construction jobs and attracted younger workers, but could be on the chopping block.

Chinese international cooperation mechanisms such as the Belt and Road Initiative could fill the gaps left by US withdrawal.

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Businesses that fail to manage climate-driven risks will face higher costs, increased regulatory scrutiny and reputational damage. By Jonathan Hall

Pursuing a sustainable blue economy requires striking a delicate balance between using the ocean’s resources and respecting its natural limits, especially amid the escalating climate crisis. By Ulrike Decoene

China pursued their low-carbon agenda not in response to climate change, but because of its own energy insecurity. By Carolyn Kissane

Local communities and traditional Islamic boarding schools are pushing back on renewable energy projects that prioritise technical and economic benefits over social and ecological considerations. By Iim Halimatusa’diyah

By Saswata Chaudhury

By Indira Zahra Aridati

By Andrew Blakers

By Gloria Lin

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There is consensus that coal needs to be retired early in Asia, but the mechanisms for financing the phase-out are not clear. This mini-documentary examines how transition credits work and whether they can fund Southeast Asia's equitable switch to clean power.

EB Studio Our urban infrastructure is responsible for almost 40 per cent of global carbon emissions. Climate solutions need to include the biggest energy guzzlers, clean energy and retrofitting old buildings.

Vietnam's wind market is thriving, but more work lies ahead if the country wants to power its booming economy without imperilling its people and the planet.

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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The ESG head of the Philippine power company arm tells the EB Podcast that sustainability needs to be communicated not as a “progressive idea” but a business strategy that benefits the bottom line.

Jessica Cheam, Mervyn Tang and Jocelyn Dove speaking at the Sharpening the ESG focus 2025 event

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.

David Antonioli says current rules spur piecemeal offsetting instead of enabling faster growth of climate ventures. He expects pushback to his ideas in a market polarised over integrity issues, but wants players to think big-picture.

Climate tech podcast with Steve Melhuish

Entrepreneur Steve Melhuish tells the EB Podcast where the biggest opportunities to reduce emissions and make money are in Southeast Asia, and why finding the right economic incentives is critical for climate tech startups.

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