Sitemap - 2022 - ESG News Asia
ESG Reporting: Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Companies Have Transparency Shortcomings
World’s Coal Consumption is Set to Reach a New High in 2022
TotalEnergies ENEOS Signs Solar Rooftop Deal in Singapore
Indonesian Steelmaker Secures US$32 Million Sustainability-Linked Loan
Brite Energy Partners Expands Into South Korean EV Charging Business
Japan and Saudi Arabia Ink Agreement to Cooperate on Renewable Energy
ADB Provides Grant to Build Renewable Energy Heating Systems in Mongolia
MOL Commits to Green Fleet Ambitions With Transition-Linked Loan
Malaysia Cries Foul Over EU Deforestation Claims
Philippine Minister Says Biodiversity Investments Needed for Adaptive Management
China's Largest Offshore Wind Power Project Begins Operation
Asian-European Cooperation for Circular Economy in Lithium Battery Market
Jakarta Aiming for 300 Electric Buses in 2023
Hong Kong Climate and Environmental Group Announces Collaboration With CDP
Swiss SPV Acquires Aussie Nickel Mine
Thailand Leads Southeast Asia EV Market With 60% Share
ADB, BIM Wind Ink US$107 Million Financing Package to Support Wind Energy in Vietnam
Japan Ramps Up Support for Decarbonisation of Public Facilities
Formula E Tops Independent Global Sustainability In Sport Rankings
China Claims World's Largest Clean Energy Corridor
Tesla Challenger Lucid Secures Funding From Sovereign Wealth Fund
Professional Investors Forecast Surge in Institutional Investment in Clean Energy
Infratil Establishes New Australian Renewable Energy Platform
Iberdrola to Invest More Than € 1.1 billion to Build Green Hydrogen Plant in Australia
M&G targets Asia and Latin America as it Feeds Impact investor £200 million
Landmark Pilot Signals Connected, Transparent and Secure Future for Carbon Markets
Taiwan Announces Four Year Extension to Electric Two-Wheel Vehicles Subsidy
NZ Wealth Fund Invests in Wellington Management’s Climate Innovation Fund
Australia’s First Offshore Wind Region Gets Green Light
Forestry Investment Outlook Expects an Accelerating Bio-Economy Transition
Carbon Offsets Not a Quick Fix For Net Zero: Jones Lang LaSalle
Sovereign Wealth Fund Drops Thai Firm on Human Rights Worries
Wellington Airport Acquires Level 2 Airport Carbon Accreditation
MSCI to Launch Tools to Help Investors Assess Biodiversity and Deforestation Risk
Australian Olympic Committee's Climate Action Plan Targets Net-Zero 2040
HSBC Updates Energy Policy to Support Net-Zero Transition
Vietnam's Electric Vehicle Maker Expands Reach in California
TotalEnergies ENEOS Inks Solar and Energy Deal With Cambodian Mineral Water Firm
Kansai Airports Acquires J Blue Credit Certification Thanks to Seaweed Beds
Japan to Introduce Carbon Pricing in 2028
Panasonic Energy to Supply Lithium-Ion Batteries for Lucid Air Luxury EVs
Kering and L’Occitane Join Forces to Launch €300 Million Climate Fund for Nature
ANZ Leads World’s First Ever Orange Bond to Support Women in Asia and Africa
New Fund Launched to Drive Responsible Investments in Food, Agriculture, and Forestry Sectors
Australian Financial Services Industry Backs Climate Disclosure Consultation
Investors Announce Nature Action 100 to Tackle Nature Loss and Biodiversity Decline
Mercedes-Benz Plans EV Manufacturing In Thailand
Paper-thin Solar Cell can Turn any Surface into a Power Source
Petros signs MoU with Posco to develop carbon capture business in Sarawak
Asia Will Grow in Importance as a Crucial Carbon Trading Hub
Malaysian Exchange Launches First Shariah Compliant Carbon Exchange
Swiss Private Equity Firm to Acquire Renewable Energy Platform in India
Rebound Plastic Exchange Set to Unlock New Opportunities in Hong Kong
2023 Set for Disruption and Climate Change Needs to be Considered at Multiple Levels
Nine Out of Ten Executives Report ESG Delivers ROI: Report
ADB Provides Landmark Assistance to Cambodia’s Marine Fisheries Sector
Billionaires Aim to Tackle Environmental and Societal Challenges
Thailand Joins Southeast Asian Suitors to Tempt Tesla
Marriott International to Expand Electric Vehicle Network Across Asia Pacific
Global Open-Source System Launched to Unify Carbon Credit Registry Data
Ontario Teachers’ Names Global Head of Sustainable Investing
Australia’s Transition to a Low Carbon Power Sector Gains Pace
Asian Asset Owners Show Interest in Climate-Related Partnerships
China’s EV Automaker to Enter Japanese Market in 2023
Renewable Power Surges as Countries Strengthen Energy Security
Indonesian Manufacturer Marks Fourth Year as Carbon-Neutral Company
VinFast Begins European Push With Showrooms in Cologne and Paris
Kishida Vows to Promote Women's Empowerment
Transition of Carbon-Intensive Industries Offers Unique Investment Opportunities
Biodiversity to be Focus of Attention for investors in 2023
Manulife Investment Management Launches Forest Climate Fund
First Regulated Forest Carbon Project to Begin in Sarawak in Early 2023
Airbus Prepares for First Megawatt-class Hydrogen Fuel-cell Engine Flight-test
Aussie Regulator Hits Investment Manager for Greenwashing
New Forests Launches Australia and New Zealand Landscapes and Forestry Fund
IEF Says Carbon Credits Need More Supply and Integrity to Meet Global Demand
Hong Kong Lender Launches Green Mortgage Deposit Plan
Swiss Bank Publishes Climate Action Plan for its Investment Areas
Japan Prepares to Issue Green Transformation Bonds in 2023
COP27 Created Three Specific Opportunities for Impact Investing says Allianz GI
52% of Singaporeans would quit their job if they couldn't work hybrid anymore
Aussie Energy Firm Backs Nature-based Carbon Projects in Vietnam
SGX Group to Launch Nikkei Climate Change 1.5°C Target Index Futures
Partnership Established to De-risk Carbon Markets Access for Rice Producers in Vietnam
Sustainability and ESG Credentials of Banks ‘Extremely Important' to Consumers in Bangkok
GreenArc Capital Joins the Franklin Templeton Singapore Fintech Incubator
First Sentier Investors Appoints New Global Head of Responsible Investment
Solar Recycler Rosi Secures €7.4 million From Japanese Trading Giant
ADB Launches Grid-Connected Solar and Battery Energy System in Mongolia
TÜV SÜD Partners With MVGX to Launch Carbon Neutrality Rating System
Tokyo Governor Wants Green Hydrogen Pipeline Network for Japanese Capital
VinFast Exports First Batch of Electric Vehicles
Japan’s Eneos Oil in Carbon Credit Deal and Starts Sustainable Aviation Fuel Study
Indonesian Group Honoured for Sustainable Resource Development
Mercedes Issues its First Green Panda Bond to Expand Sustainable Finance in China
Citi Funds Philippines Foundation to Support Women Micro-Entrepreneurs
Indonesia Secures US$500 Million Loan to Support Green Energy Switch
Net-Zero Alliance Outlines Requests for Asset Managers in Private Markets
Hong Kong’s Carbon Marketplace Opens With Strong Backing
Indian-Danish Alliance Launches Conceptual Plan for 15 Indian Offshore Wind Parks
New Green Power Expands into EV Charging and Battery Storage Businesses
Australian Power Station to Close a Decade Ahead of Time
Hydrogen Vehicle Development to Speed up, as EV’s Face Challenges
Thai ‘renewables’ Power Producer CKPower Targets Net Zero Emissions by 2050
Shell Buddies up For Offshore Wind Projects in the Philippines
ANZ Bank Set to Pull Out of Myanmar
Danish Red Cross to Scope and Assess 'Blue Carbon' Reduction Projects in Southeast Asia
Climate Tech Start-up URECA Closes Pre-Seed Funding Round at US$1.5 million
Qatar World Cup Carbon Offsets Called into Question
Asia-Pacific Companies Value Sustainability but Less Than Half Committed to Net-Zero
Canadian Solar Activates Vast Fukushima Solar Project
US Vice President Announces Support for Clean Energy in the Mekong Region
Japanese Insurer Invests in Sustainable Agriculture Fund
Landmark Agri-Deal Sees Commonwealth Bank of Australia Prepay for Carbon Credits
APEC Leaders Support Bangkok Goals for Sustainability
Vestas Extends Partnership With wpd With Onshore Order in Taiwan
VinFast Weighs up US IPO in 2023, Launches First Canadian Outlet
Fragmented Renewables Growth to Bolster Pumped Hydropower Storage In Asia
Australia Signs up With the Global Offshore Wind Alliance
New Blue Carbon Institute Will be Housed in Singapore
Singapore Banks Lead on Asia’s Largest Real Estate Green Loan
US$20 Billion Pledged for Indonesia's Move Away From Coal
ADB-supported National Solar Park in Cambodia Connects to Grid
Australia Joins Forests Partnership to Drive Climate Action
Solar Power Helped Seven Asian Countries Save Billions
Nippon Life to Invest in Blue Bond
KPMG Launches ASEAN Decarbonisation Hub in Singapore
ESG Increasingly Impacts Investment Decisions, Fund Managers Report
ADB and Indonesian Partners Ink MoU for Coal Power Plant Early Retirement
Sustainability Standards Deal to Boost Green Finance in Vietnam
Velocity Ventures Picks CarbonClick to Raise The Bar on Carbon Offsets
Thai Bank Aims to Become ESG Leader in Southeast Asia
ACEN Australia Green Lights Stubbo Solar Project
Philippine Conglomerate Fully Divests From its Coal Power Plant
New ADB Program to Accelerate Development of Climate Projects in Southeast Asia
A$5 Billion Fund Manager Hires for New Global Carbon Credit Fund
Insurtech Starts Blockchain-based Weather Index Insurance for Rice Farmers in Vietnam
Businesses in Asia Yet to See Value From Sustainability Strategies: Report
KKR to Invest US$400 Million in Indian Decarbonization Platform
Singapore Joins Forests and Climate Leaders Partnership as a Member Country
New Partnership Allows Razer Customers to Participate in Carbon Offsets
ADB Announces US$200 Million Goal for Water Resilience Program
Indonesia Aiming to Produce 2 Million Electric Motorcycles by 2024
Singapore Bank DBS Opens Accelerator Focused on Greenhouse Gas Removal
Singapore Mass Rail Transit Depot in Solar Power Deal With EDPR Sunseap
Vietnam Only Asian Country on Track to Meet 2030 Offshore Wind Target: Report
Australia Will Bid to Co-host Climate Change Conference COP 31
Social Entrepreneurs in APAC Want Stronger Financial Systems to Meet Climate Risks
Shandi Global Launches Largest Plant-Based Chicken Manufacturing Facility in Singapore
Doosan Enerbility Enters into Offshore Wind Power Partnership with Ørsted
Thailand Ramps up its 2030 Net Zero Target
Major Australian Fund Recalibrates Climate Change Reporting
Hexagon Unveils Decarbonation Confidence Index Research Report for Asia-Pacific
White & Case Advises on Social Bond Issuance in China
Climate Impact X Auction for Blue Carbon Credits Oversubscribed With Global Demand
ADB, EDC Sign Mandate for Solar and Battery Storage Power Program in Cambodia
Japan’s Tepco Renewable Power to Acquire British Wind Farm Developer Flotation Energy
Bursa Malaysia Inks Sustainability MoU With London Stock Exchange
Nuveen launches global timberland strategy
Commonwealth Bank of Australia Boosts Carbon Business with Senior Appointment
Singapore and China Strengthen Cooperation in Green Finance
Philippine Airlines Sets 2050 Net Zero Emissions Target
Indonesia Stock Exchange Inks MOU to Develop Carbon Market
Geely Plans Spin-off of EV Subsidiary Zeekr
Singapore Lender UOB Commits to 2050 Net Zero Targets
Keppel Inks MOU to Develop Hybrid Renewable Energy System for Singapore
Keppel to Pursue Renewable Energy Opportunities with Cambodia and Laos
New Zealand’s Sustainable Finance Suppliers Cite Barriers in Allocating Sustainable Capital
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Launches International Carbon Market
New Rice Agri-tech Venture Formed to Decarbonise Rice Cultivation
China’s EV maker NIO and Sweden’s SKF Expand Strategic Cooperation
Indonesian Minister Says Country Will not Surrender Forests for Solar Energy
Australian regulator hits energy company with greenwashing charge
New Singapore-Based Platform Aims to Unify Carbon Credit Registry Data
WeBank Joins UN Principles for Responsible Banking
QBE Asia launches Premiums4Good initiative
Singapore Commits to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050
Japanese wind-assisted bulk carrier completes maiden voyage
ADB Leads US$135 million Financing Deal for Electric Mobility in Vietnam
Canadian Fund to Invest US$470 million in Japanese Renewables Firm