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Renewable Energy Projects: Powering a Sustainable Future

Renewable energy projects are core to achieving the ambitious goals set by the Paris Climate Agreement. As countries strive for net-zero emissions, these large-scale initiatives are transforming the energy landscape, overcoming significant challenges to pave the way for a more sustainable and carbon-free future.

The Challenges of Financing Renewable Energy Projects in the Philippines

The Philippines has made progress in developing more renewable energy projects for its power sector. However, domestic banks need to streamline the process to bring more projects online and level the playing field between projects backed by politically connected corporate interests and smaller investors without the advantages of political and corporate backing.

Air Pollution in Delhi: A Polluted Capital

Delhi's air pollution has long been a problem perpetuated by its geographic location and rapid industrialisation. While the government has a long history of reducing air pollutants, efforts have largely fallen short.

ASEAN Countries Do Not Yet Have a “Young” Coal Power Plant Problem [Op-Ed]

The recommended pathway to limit the global temperature increase to below 1.5°C is for developed countries to phase out coal power generation by 2030, while developing countries should do so by 2040. Hozefa Merchant shares his view on the challenges of transitioning from coal to clean energy should the region add new coal capacity.

Air Pollution in India – An Ongoing Crisis

Air pollution has long been a problem for India, and the issue has reached a head in the last two decades. Air pollution is the leading health risk factor in the country and costs the government a notable portion of its GDP. Policies to combat poor air quality are in place, yet they cannot keep up with the country's growth.

Investors Pulling Out of the Barossa Gas Project Adds to the Uncertainty

Since its announcement, the Barossa gas project has made the news due to legal disputes over its environmental impact, delays, and rising project costs. In the latest blow, prominent investors and financiers are pulling out their support for the project, leaving question marks about the project's future financing and completion.

5 Biggest Environmental Issues In India and Solutions

India's vast land area and population are feeling the effects of environmental degradation. Some of the country's core environmental resources are showing strain under mounting pressure. Without change, the environment will continue to struggle and decline, with climate change expediting the process.

How Bangladesh and Pakistan Can Survive the Energy Crisis

Fossil fuel import dependence has put Pakistan and Bangladesh in a very similar situation. However, both countries' pathways for salvaging it are also comparable: diversifying their energy mixes with a focus on renewables and reduced reliance on deliveries.

South Korea Scrapping Mega-scale LNG Terminal Projects Amid Weakening Demand and Overinvestment Risks

Several large liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal projects in South Korea have been cancelled or delayed due to declining LNG demand and investment risks. As South Korea’s natural gas demand declines and decarbonisation efforts accelerate, these oil and gas developments could become stranded assets.

Energy Crisis in Pakistan: New Policy Approach Is Crucial

While there are hardly any easy short-term solutions to Pakistan’s energy situation, the country has a way out. The most viable strategy is helping its population navigate turbulent times while charting a more sustainable long-term energy system master plan emphasising energy independence.

Climate Change in India – Impact and Urgent Reality

India is one of the world's largest greenhouse gas emitters and is at the forefront of climate change impacts. To limit the impact of climate change, the country needs to scale up adaptation and mitigation measures. Increasing renewable energy capacity is a critical part of these strategies.

Vietnam’s Direct Power Purchase Agreement (DPPA) Decree Could Catalyse a New Era for Renewable Energy [Op-Ed]

In July 2024, Vietnam's government issued a decree allowing direct power purchase agreements for renewable energy between private developers and consumers. This decree is expected to spur significant growth in Vietnam's renewable energy sector.

Malaysia Nears Its 40% Renewable Energy Target by 2035

Malaysia has solid renewable energy market fundamentals, low investment risks for project investors and an abundance of untapped clean resources. Capitalising on them requires the introduction of favourable policies to attract green capital and ease project developers.

Heavy Industry Companies in China and India Are Lagging On the Just Energy Transition

The latest rankings of Heavy Industry Companies from the nonprofit World Benchmarking Alliance show that companies in Asia’s two largest countries and greenhouse gas emitters, China and India, are failing to implement clean energy and ethical standards compared to their counterparts across the region and the world.

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