The global regulatory framework aiming to decarbonize the shipping industry has reached a considerable level of complexity, confronting Asian shi...
SINGAPORE, November 15, 2024 - Gprnt, Singapore’s digital platform for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, has introduced its ...
SINGAPORE, November 11, 2024 - In a joint effort to bolster sustainable land restoration and carbon removal initiatives, Trafigura, a global comm...
SINGAPORE, November 7, 2024 – The International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance (ICROA), a leading standard-setting body in the carbon marke...
Talking Heads
With a $700 billion annual funding gap for biodiversity conservation in Southeast Asia, the region’s struggle to sustain its vast natural resourc...
New Zealand’s journey towards a low-emissions future is complex, requi...
SINGAPORE, October 1, 2024 - As regulatory requirements for Environmen...
LONDON, September 27, 2024 - In a significant development for climate ...
Carbon Market
LONDON, August 10, 2024 - The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has announced that carbon credits issued under existing r...
CALIFORNIA, January 25, 2024 - The municipal water district of Palmdale in southern California (USA) is poised to launch a pilot program to demon...
SINGAPORE, January 22, 2024 - Singapore is charting a pioneering course towards a net zero world, transforming its established trade and finance ...
LONDON, January 19, 2024 - Climate scientists assert that achieving Net Zero goals requires a dual approach: cutting carbon emissions and removin...
SINGAPORE, January 29, 2024 - Wastewater management technology isn't just about treating water efficiently; it's a pivotal step towards a more su...
Conversation
In an era where data centres are under increasing scrutiny for their energy consumption and environmental impact, Nathan Blom, Co-CEO & CCO a...
SINGAPORE, October 3, 2024 - As environmental concerns continue to dom...
Sabre, a global technology company serving the travel industry, is tak...
Jackie Cheung, the Director of ESG for Asia-Pacific and Singapore at K...
SINGAPORE, August 26, 2024 — Filtrona, a global provider of special fi...
Claudia Contreras Gomez
Claudia Contreras-Gomez, Executive Director, Global Sustainability Services, Lenovo gave us a peek into the organization’s efforts on circularity and sustainable practices.
Among the many paths that are driving the journey towards Net Zero, circularity presents a powerful perspective on consumption. At a fundamental level, it challenges and dismantles the constant need for new and more. While several companies in the impact economy are pushing for circularity, how are large corporations embracing the idea?
What came out of the discussion is that willingness, determination, consumer education, access and collective action are vital for any organization that wants to bring sustainability and circularity to its core. Read more
Edwin Seah
Edwin Seah, NbS Partnerships Lead at the SCeNe Coalition, in an interview with Carbon Wire, underscores the urgency of nature-based solutions (NbS) for climate resilience. Despite their substantial benefits for carbon sequestration and ecosystem protection, NbS face funding and expertise shortages. The Coalition's tools and resources aim to empower Southeast Asian frontline organizations, marrying technology with NbS for scalable impact.
CW: In what ways might the neglect of nature-based solutions today exacerbate the challenges of climate change for future populations?
EDWIN: Nature-based Solutions (NbS) act to protect, restore, and sustainably manage forests, farms, wetlands, and grasslands, and can potentially contribute one-third of the carbon mitigation needed to stabilise the climate. They also offer a host of practical benefits for people, wildlife, and nature by protecting biodiversity, valuable habitats, and ecosystem functions that reduce our vulnerability to climate disasters, while providing food security Read more
Chong Bor Hung
Chong Bor Hung, the Managing Director of NEFIN SEA and Head of Business Development at NEFIN Group, sheds light on the company's integral role in driving the energy transition in Southeast Asia. From solar power technologies to battery solutions, NEFIN plays an important part in Asian decarbonization efforts
CW: Can you tell us more about NEFIN?
Bor Hung: NEFIN partners with customers to implement solar power technologies and support their efforts in decarbonization. We handle the project from conception to execution, including project management and financing. What sets us apart is our business model which allows us to remain as the asset owner throughout the project’s lifecycle.
Our services span a wide range, including energy audits and battery solutions, and we also facilitate the acquisition of renewable energy credits for our customers. Read more
Chong Bor Hung
Chong Bor Hung, the Managing Director of NEFIN SEA and Head of Business Development at NEFIN Group, sheds light on the company's integral role in driving the energy transition in Southeast Asia. From solar power technologies to battery solutions, NEFIN plays an important part in Asian decarbonization efforts
CW: Can you tell us more about NEFIN?
Bor Hung: NEFIN partners with customers to implement solar power technologies and support their efforts in decarbonization. We handle the project from conception to execution, including project management and financing. What sets us apart is our business model which allows us to remain as the asset owner throughout the project’s lifecycle.
SINGAPORE, November 15, 2024 - Gprnt, Singapore’s digital platform for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, has introduced its ...
SINGAPORE, November 11, 2024 - In a joint effort to bolster sustainable land restoration and carbon removal initiatives, Trafigura, a global comm...
SINGAPORE, November 7, 2024 – The International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance (ICROA), a leading standard-setting body in the carbon marke...
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM, October 22, 2024 - Ho Chi Minh City is set to host discussions this week on the European Green Deal, as businesses in ...
SINGAPORE, October 5, 2024 - Bain & Company and the Singapore Business Federation (SBF) have launched the SME Sectoral Net Zero Transition Pr...
SINGAPORE / BANGALORE, October 3, 2024 – In a move aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in the carbon credit market, blockchain innovat...
SINGAPORE, October 1, 2024 - Business leaders across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region are emerging as proactive champions of climate action and ada...
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, September 25, 2024 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology company powering the global travel ind...
SINGAPORE, September 23, 2024 - Verra has initiated the first public consultation on proposed updates to its Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Progr...
DUBLIN, Ireland, September 20, 2024 – In a significant move to drive decarbonization in emerging markets, the International Finance Corporation (...
SINGAPORE, September 19, 2024 – Rwanda has signed a landmark Collaboration Agreement with Gold Standard and Singapore-based GenZero to develop a ...
SINGAPORE, September 5, 2024 - Singapore's Energy Market Authority (EMA) has granted conditional approval for TotalEnergies and RGE, through thei...
The global regulatory framework aiming to decarbonize the shipping industry has reached a considerable level of complexity, confronting Asian shi...
JOHOR, MALAYSIA, November 5, 2024 – HID Malaysia, a leader in trusted identity solutions, is advancing its commitment to sustainability with the ...