Putrajaya to study need for Climate Change Act
The government will embark on a scoping study to assess whether there is a need for a Climate Change Act, according to Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change Minister Yeo Bee Yin. Yeo said today that the study, which will be conducted through a collaboration between the Green Technology Corporation (GreenTech Malaysia) and the […]
Thai government is going DIY and building its own converted EVs, report says
Converting older cars into electric vehicles was once one of the only ways to get an EV in your driveway, but it’s gone somewhat out of fashion as commercially available, purpose-built EVs have become common. But the government of Thailand reportedly plans to develop its own electric vehicles. Specifically, the state-run Electricity Generating Authority of […]
One in five Indonesians don’t believe human activity causes climate change
A survey has revealed that 18 percent of Indonesians do not believe human activity causes climate change, while another 6 percent believe that the climate is not changing at all. Indonesia has the highest percentage of climate change deniers among 23 countries surveyed in a study conducted from Feb. 28 to March 26 by global public opinion and data company […]
The future of sustainable energy in Singapore
The future of sustainable energy in Singapore is bright, according to experts who spoke at a recent forum on clean energy. As part of Singapore’s Smart Nation journey, the city-state has started to implement clean energy initiatives such as the SolarNova programme and is embarking on intensive research and development to increase the contribution of […]
Hydrogen next big thing for low-carbon future, ADB climate expert says
Developing countries like the Philippines could emerge as the “big winners” if they move toward a hydrogen economy, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB). In an Asian Development Blog, ADB Sustainable Development and Climate Change Department Chief of Energy Sector Group Yongping Zhai said hydrogen energy is “the next big thing” in the bid […]
Electric cars will help cut smog in Thailand
Increasing air pollution in Thailand caused by hazardous particulate matter known as PM2.5 has led many people to ask where this threat is coming from. According to several respected scholars and a study by the Pollution Control Department, diesel vehicle fuel exhaust emissions is one of the main causes. (Another is the burning of forest […]
PLN to Develop Charging Stations for Electric Buses in Jakarta
The vehicle charging stations will cater to the charging needs of electric buses, which are currently undergoing operational testing by Transjakarta. “We have communicated the matter with PT. Transjakarta, and are currently waiting for their latest report,” said PLN’s communication manager, Dita Artsana. Both the city administration and PT. Transjakarta are determined to conduct a […]
Energy comes clean at Singapore’s only landfill Semakau
SINGAPORE – Semakau Island might be known for being Singapore’s only landfill site, but it is also producing 100 per cent energy. More than 9,500 sq m of solar panels located there, coupled with a wind turbine, can power up to 350 four-room Housing Board units for a year, with a total output of 1.5 […]
