How Creative Industry Increases People’s Awareness on Climate Change
Climate issues are often described by researchers in an abstract and impersonal way. Most people would end up considering it as a distant problem, both in time and place. If this continues, it would be a disaster since climate change mitigation efforts are something that we need to work on collectively.
COVID-19 vs ASEAN Energy Sector: Oil & Gas (Q3)
Uncertainty outlook as the impact of weakening oil market is still making oil and gas industries suffered since the pandemic outbreak in early 2020. The industries must be able to adapt and implement mitigation actions to preserve and curtail from bigger business losses. The efforts could be operational and capital cost-cutting and shaping portfolio to integrate cleaner energy fuel in maintaining revenue and energy security.
COVID-19 vs ASEAN Energy Sector: Renewables (Q3)
Resiliency is shown by ASEAN RE projects in the second half of 2020 despite the lingering trace of the pandemic in the energy sector. While the idea of ‘build back better’ is echoed by most countries in the region, its optimal implementation remains uncertain. However, ASEAN Member States keep focusing on putting efforts to invite investment on renewables and begin resuming the work that was halted, aiming for the long-term green recovery ahead. Renewable is expected to make strong come-back when the economy rebounds.
COVID-19 vs ASEAN Energy Sector: Electricity (Q3)
The power sector remains an industry that is recovering at the latest due to the pandemic. Until the first half of 2020, domestic electricity sales have not yet recovered, which is burdening electric companies entering survival mode.
Climate Actions Started to Blossom in Various Fonts Amid the Prolonged COVID-19 Winter
The Covid-19 pandemic is still ravaging the region, well into the third quarter of 2020. Struggling to patch the economic bust, ASEAN countries are churning out policies of economic recovery. Amid the struggle, we have seen potential climate actions blossoming in the region. As one of the most climate- vulnerable regions, the region started to get ready with more robust policies and strengthened commitments against climate change.
The Power of Words and Art in Energy Conservation
Art, social media campaigns and other communication tools can help raise awareness of the need to save energy. Here’s how.
Population growth has contributed to rising energy consumption around the world, and Southeast Asia has been no different. Between 2010 and 2018, the region’s energy demand rose by almost 22 percent–an increase almost double the global average. With energy efficiency one of the most powerful tools to slash greenhouse gas emissions and maintain energy security, the bloc must nurture sustainable energy systems that conserve energy where possible.
Understanding Public Perception on COVID-19 Impact to ASEAN RE Progress and Investment
Analysis on polling result of Launching Talk “Renewable Energy Outlook and the Challenge on Investment in ASEAN during Covid-19 Pandemic”
Work Near Home: Less Commute, Less Pollution, Less Stress
The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to modify our work system in several sectors, from working in the office to working at home. With the advancement of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), some office works and meeting activities that are usually carried out offline and require a long journey can be replaced with virtual activities.
