First Electric Ferries in Southeast Asia Supported by ADB Read more about First Electric Ferries in Southeast Asia Supported by ADB ADB and Energy Absolute Public Company Ltd. signed a 160 million Thai baht ($4.7 million equivalent) loan agreement to finance an electric ferry fleet for mass rapid transport in Bangkok.
VP Saeed shares pandemic lessons in the battle against climate change Read more about VP Saeed shares pandemic lessons in the battle against climate change At the Opening Plenary of the East Asia Forum where the main agenda is decarbonizing the Asia and the Pacific Region, VPO2 Saeed raised three important points to effectively tackle climate change:
Call for Abstracts for the 17th Asia Clean Energy Forum Read more about Call for Abstracts for the 17th Asia Clean Energy Forum The 17th Asia Clean Energy Forum will be held virtually on 14 – 17 June 2022 with the theme, Innovative and Integrated Solutions for a Low-Carbon and Resilient Future.
Asia Clean Energy Forum 2022 kicks off Read more about Asia Clean Energy Forum 2022 kicks off The 17th Asia Clean Energy Forum will be held virtually on 14 – 17 June 2022 with the theme that carries the message of the newly approved 2021 Energy Policy. ACEF 2022 is designed to have 28-30 sessions featuring four thematic track sessions, deep-dive workshops, regional sessions, spotlight sessions, and plenary sessions.
Asia and the Pacific Transport Forum 2022 sets decarbonization of transport on its agenda Read more about Asia and the Pacific Transport Forum 2022 sets decarbonization of transport on its agenda The 2022 Transport Forum will take place from 5-7 April. This is the second year that the Forum will be delivered virtually. Front and center in its agenda is the decarbonization of transport through different pathways, mechanisms, and innovation.
A Just Transition: How to Make Action on Climate Change Fair and Inclusive Read more about A Just Transition: How to Make Action on Climate Change Fair and Inclusive The 2021 Energy Policy had made sure to allot space and spirit for a just transition in helping ADB DMCs quest for a low-carbon carbon transition in the region. This feature elaborates on protecting labor rights and gender equality – essential elements when we say, no one will be left behind. Watch the video / read the transcript here>
The cause for government support of startups with big ideas stressed in latest IEA report Read more about The cause for government support of startups with big ideas stressed in latest IEA report A newly released IEA report reviews different government approaches around the world in fostering innovation through disruptive businesses, providing insights into how to mobilize solutions to key challenges, particularly in crises situations.
Latest IPCC Report Stresses Urgent Need for Sustainable Cooling Read more about Latest IPCC Report Stresses Urgent Need for Sustainable Cooling The latest IPCC report presents one of the most detailed assessments of the threat to humans and ecosystems caused by climate change.
Global Impact of Russia’s War on Ukraine Read more about Global Impact of Russia’s War on Ukraine In this article, the International Energy Agency (IEA) examines the position of Russian energy supply in the global markets and what the Russian invasion of Ukraine implies for markets that have been dependent on Russian supply such as Europe in terms of i
Southeast Asia Development Symposium to be held in March Read more about Southeast Asia Development Symposium to be held in March The Southeast Asia Development Symposium (SEADS) 2022, “Sustainable Solutions for Southeast Asia’s Recovery,” will take place on 16–17 March and will focus on (i) green recovery, (ii) tourism revitalization, (iii) the advancement of innovation and technology, (iv) addressing supply chain constraints; (v) advancing gender equality; and (vi) ensuring Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) financing. Around 5,000 people are expected to attend.