Vietnamese businesses need to embrace green practices to export to EU
They must foster “sustainable and responsible corporate behaviour” throughout their global value chains, a European diplomat has said.
Environment
China’s fatal heat shows risks of another scorching Asian summer
The mercury has been rising in nearly every corner of the world’s second-largest economy.
Cambodian farmers warned to prep for imminent droughts
The water resources ministry also called upon local authorities and other stakeholders to preserve their existing water resources, and urged responsible water usage to avoid…
Climate change is here and now, says Minister Desmond Lee; this is how S’pore is fighting back
Singapore aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and a key driver of that will be greening energy sources by harnessing solar power, regional power grids and…
Fallout from Fukushima radioactive wastewater
The writer says Japan may well consider other possible options, and heed the concerns of the international community,
Pertamina to launch bioethanol gasoline this month, CEO says
According to the company's CEO, the move is part of their energy transition effort, which is not only focused on reducing carbon emissions.
ADB signs off on $44.2m loan for Indonesian plastic recycling plant
"This project showcases the potential for PET recycling in Indonesia, while the certified blue loan aims to attract more investors", noted ADB.
Microplastics: Why we now already breathe, ingest killer plastics
The UN Environment Programme said that out of the 400 million tons of plastic produced every year, 50 per cent is designed only for single use.
Indonesia says it can reach net-zero emissions by 2055, five years ahead of target
Indonesia remains heavily reliant on fossil fuels for energy but is trying to shift away from them by investing in renewable energy and developing a critical minerals processing…
Xi calls for further tackling desertification
He pointed out that desertification remains a major global ecological problem threatening the very survival and development of mankind, with China among the hardest-hit countries…