Singapore to stop registration of new diesel cars and taxis from Jan 1, 2025
SINGAPORE – New diesel cars and taxis will no longer be registered in Singapore starting from Jan 1, 2025, as part of a push by the Government to have all vehicles on the streets running on cleaner energy by 2040.
Malaysia encourages use of EVs
The Malaysian government has included the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in its National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) towards the goal of EVs accounting for 15% of all vehicles sold by the year 2030, rising to 80% by 2050.
EV insurance in the driver’s seat
Electric vehicle insurance has emerged as a crucial factor that could shape the future of Thailand’s burgeoning EV industry.
Philippines Poised for AI Boom with Eco-Friendly Data Centers
Converge ICT Solutions Inc has joined forces with Supermicro, a US tech giant, to usher in a new era of artificial intelligence (AI) in the Philippines. This collaboration focuses on building the country’s first AI-powered data centers, prioritizing both cutting-edge technology and environmental sustainability.
Do more to encourage usage of energy-efficient appliances
More allocation should be given to support the rebate programme encouraging usage of energy-efficient appliances, says a consumer group.
Provincial Electricity Authority of Thailand signs MoU to assess energy storage system feasibility
The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) of Thailand will assess the feasibility of energy storage business models in partnership with a subsidiary of state-owned oil & gas company PTT Group.
EV registrations increase 31% while fuel-based encounters 17% decrease in the first 5 months
A local family’s year-long research journey exemplifies the growing appeal of electric vehicles (EVs). While positive experiences from friends using EVs and the lure of lower fuel costs were factors, a recent promotional offer from the car company ultimately sealed the deal.
EPS and Yinson GreenTech complete Singapore’s first fully electric cargo delivery
Singapore’s shipping player Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) and compatriot green technology company Yinson GreenTech (YGT) have completed the first cargo and crew deliveries made with a fully electric vessel in Singapore.
