Samsung boosts renewable energy in Vietnam facilities
Samsung Electronics Co. said on Wednesday its Vietnam facilities will ramp up eco-friendly operations by directly purchasing renewable energy under Vietnam’s new DPPA system.
Singapore’s climate reporting rises, but net-zero commitments lag
Climate reporting efforts began for 96% of issuers in FY 2023. Nearly all Singapore-listed companies have begun reporting climate-related disclosures, EY reported.
Vietnam mandates emissions testing for motorcycles next year
The Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety that will take effect on Jan. 1, 2025 mandates that motorcycles must undergo emissions testing at vehicle inspection centers.
Thai Nguyen proactive in its green growth journey
On June 18, Nguyen Thanh Binh, Deputy Chairman of Thai Nguyen People’s Committee, met with a working group from Global Advisory, a leading consulting firm in Australia specialised in providing in-depth financial consulting, to discuss solutions to promote green growth and reduce carbon emissions in the province.
Malaysia forms decarbonisation committee to drive low-carbon development
The Malaysian government has agreed to establish a National Decarbonisation Committee involving state governments and relevant stakeholders to ensure a balanced and orderly transition to low-carbon development.
Australia and Southeast Asia Unite for Maritime Decarbonization
Australian enterprises gained direct insight into the maritime sector of Southeast Asia during the inaugural Australia Southeast Asia Business Exchange mission held in Singapore and Malaysia. Led by Assistant Minister for Trade, Senator the Hon Tim Ayres, the mission centered on the transition to green energy within the maritime industry.
Singapore Airlines Group Orders SAF From Neste
Neste and the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group have signed an agreement for the purchase of 1,000 tons of neat Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel. This will make SIA and Scoot, the two airlines in the Group, the first carriers to receive sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), produced at Neste’s refinery in the country, at Changi Airport.
Malaysia sets up Energy Exchange Malaysia for cross-border sales of green electricity
The Malaysian government has agreed to establish the Energy Exchange Malaysia (Enegem) to facilitate cross-border sales of green electricity to neighbouring countries. The Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry said the setting up of Enegem is in line with Malaysia’s energy transition aspiration and commitment to support regional power integration via the Asean Power Grid […]
