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Blue energy revolution comes of ageWith green energy from wind and solar out-competing fossil fuels, governments now hope for another boost − blue energy from the oceans. -
5 trends that will shape sustainability and business in 2020As a world in climate crisis enters a new decade, Eco-Business highlights five major trends that will shape society and business in the coming year.
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Is blockchain an overhyped tool for Asia's energy transition?Blockchain is already used in energy projects from South Africa to Singapore, but questions linger over its significance in the transition to clean energy. What was the final word when six industry experts came together for an animated debate over its potential? -
Indian cities urged to develop heat action plans as temperatures soarAt least 36 people have died from a heatwave this year, with the nation's capital Delhi recording its highest-ever temperature of 48 degrees Celsius (118 Fahrenheit), and temperatures in Churu in Rajasthan state hitting 51C.
Tidal Opinion
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As more super storms affect Asia, we must typhoon-proof our cities– Typhoon season in Asia is an annual, grim reminder of the need for more resilient infrastructure as the impact of climate change intensifies. Arcadis’ John Batten III talks about how cities can prepare themselves for worse weather. -
Enter the dragon: China's renewables growth goes global– China is establishing itself as a renewables leader in richer nations but is still pushing polluting coal technology in Asia and Africa. -
Zero emissions power is possible, and we know what it will cost–
To avoid 2 degrees of climate change, global carbon emissions will need to be reduced by at least 50 per cent by 2050. For developed countries such as Australia, it …
Videos
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Sun, waves and steam: How is Indonesia winning with renewables?– Southeast Asia's largest energy consumer has been slow to transition to renewables, but recent policies point to greater expansion of the country's solar, tidal and geothermal energy production.
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Singapore launches ‘plug-and-play’ micro-grid for Southeast Asia– Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University is building the region’s first model electricity grid that can tap and distribute power from multiple energy sources, including fossil fuels and renewable energy.
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World’s first tidal lagoon plant could power 155,000 homes– The Tidal Lagoon Swansea Bay is looking to build a sustainable marine community that relies on tidal power for low carbon electricity, food security from aquaculture, and eco-tourism for their livelihood. Watch the video here.
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Inside Typhoon Haiyan and a year of weird weather–
Even before Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines with such devastating force, weather watchers around the world had been tracking this year's typhoon season with intense interest.
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