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Japan’s Offshore Wind Potential
Japan needs to boost offshore wind power generation to meet decarbonisation goals, as current targets of 10 GW by 2030 and 45 GW by 2040 are deemed insufficient. With significant offshore wind potential, experts call for more ambitious goals and better policies to enhance investment and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy vs Fossil Fuels: A Financial Perspective
Renewable energy has surpassed fossil fuels in most metrics, and as technology improves, it will surpass fossil fuels' remaining benefits. This is a pivotal time for businesses and governments to transition to fossil fuels for environmental, social and financial reasons.
How Investing in Renewable Energy Fuels Profit and Sustainability
The renewable energy sector is predicted to rapidly expand over the coming decades as the world moves away from fossil fuels. This provides many opportunities for investors to become involved and capitalise on the transition.
Fossil Fuel
Deforestation: Causes, Effects and Solutions
Deforestation is a significant burden on the world's economy and environment. However, it is primarily driven by agricultural expansion, which is critical to keeping up with growing food demands. Tackling this issue requires a multifaceted approach that balances regulation and sustainable development.
Biodiversity Loss: Causes, Effects and Solutions
Biodiversity is crucial for global ecosystems and the associated services that humans rely on. However, biodiversity loss is increasing exponentially due to human activities. Changing this trend is a crucial step in regional and global climate action.
Region
Japan-influenced Strategies Trap Asian Nations in Fossil Fuels
Japan's significant investments in fossil fuels are shaping energy policies in South and Southeast Asian nations, leading to increased reliance on non-renewable resources in the region.
New Climate Finance Goal A Boon for Indonesia, But Much Work Remains
At COP29 in Baku, countries agreed on global carbon market standards and a new climate finance goal (NCQG) of USD 300 billion annually by 2035, offering opportunities for Indonesia’s energy transition. While President Prabowo Subianto has pledged ambitious renewable energy targets and a coal phase-down, challenges such as record coal production, inefficiencies in the carbon market and unclear climate finance structures persist. To fully benefit from COP29 outcomes, Indonesia must advance energy reforms, address data gaps, and align its policies with international climate goals.
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