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Global Methane Pledge COP26: Its Impact on Asia’s Oil and Gas Industry
In the build-up to the COP26 conference in Glasgow, all eyes were set on global leaders to make meaningful progress in addressing methane emissions, the second leading cause of climate change. While the Global Methane Pledge is a necessary first step, governments and the fossil fuel industry will have to do more if we are to remain on track to meeting the Paris Agreement goals. In the meantime, the oil and gas landscape in Asia will have to change.
Asia’s Pathway to a Sustainable Future
As the biggest energy consumer and leading CO2 emitter, Asia is the continent in the biggest need of tangible and collective action in the fight for a net-zero future. While the progress hasn't been on par with the EU and the US so far, experts are unequivocal - Asia is the continent that will experience the biggest renewable energy boom in the upcoming decades. For financiers, this means unrivalled opportunities.
Greening Urban Transport in Asia to Meet Net-Zero Goals
Most Asian countries have some form of net-zero goal. Reaching these goals is critical but only possible if transportation emissions significantly decline. Unfortunately, throughout Asia, many countries are seeing a steady increase in personal car ownership. It will fall on the government and private sector to develop sustainable forms of urban transport that increase transportation efficiency and decrease emissions.
How Electric Cars Took Over Our Streets
Electric vehicles are widely accepted as having less environmental impacts than their fossil fuel counterparts. Government and public pressure has made it clear that EVs will be the dominant form of vehicle in the future. For the most part, the automotive industry has taken this call to action in stride - developing plans to increase EV development. Yet, there are still a few auto giants that are slow to transition - namely Toyota.
Green Transportation Trends in Asia – A Wave of Electric Charging Stations
China's EV sales and adoption rates are substantially higher than the rest of the world. This is driven by continued government subsidies and mass development of infrastructure, like electric charging stations. In many ways, this model appears to be working. What valuable lessons can the rest of Asia take from China?
Addressing Climate Change With Green Transport and Pure Electric Vehicles
Transportation related carbon emissions account for nearly 25% of global emissions. Reducing these emissions is a key step for Asian countries to meet their national emissions targets and Paris Agreement goals. This can be done in two ways: increasing pure electric vehicle use and developing efficient mass transportation systems. Both of these changes need to be initiated by government policy - and some Asian countries are already leading the way.
South Korea Prepares for Net-Zero by 2050. But Is It Enough?
While others run, South Korea seems to stroll towards its net-zero by 2050 goal. However, with the latest green deals, the local government shows ambition to change the country's trajectory and notably speed up its renewable energy transition.
Repercussions of China’s Coal Pledge on Asian Economies
China's historic pledge to stop coal financing abroad will help in lowering global carbon emissions. However, the decision may also risk economic growth in Asian countries like Vietnam and Indonesia. Experts demand stronger commitments from Beijing in order to support the renewable energy transition in the region.
Green Investments Growth in Asia – the Global Renewable Energy Powerhouse
Asia is the most populous continent and home to some of the fastest-growing economies. As...
Tokyo Olympics is Putting Sustainability First and Promoting Net-Zero Goals
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Tokyo 2021 Carbon Offset Programme – A Deeper Look At Its Success
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Is Tokyo 2021 the Environmental Turning Point for the Olympics?
The Tokyo 2021 (previously 2020) Olympics is getting considerable press as a ‘green’ games. Both...
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