APAC

Global electricity demand up by 369 TWh in H1

China accounted for 54% of the increase.

Global electricity demand up by 369 TWh in H1

China accounted for 54% of the increase.

Installed RE to more than double by 2030

This will be driven by solar energy expansion.

Sompo tests methane insurance amidst tightening emissions rules

Satellite monitoring and inspections help firms detect leaks and avoid fines.

Over 90% of global electricity to be powered by renewables by 2050

However, gaps in infrastructure and grids continue to present challenges.

APAC’s pragmatic green transition draws investors

The framework gives industries a more flexible pathway to cut emissions.

Standout sustainability leaders and initiatives lauded at ESGBusiness Awards 2025

The awards programme recognised industry trailblazers shaping a more sustainable and responsible future.

Asia Pacific urged to tap hydrogen market as part of net-zero targets

Shift towards 'future fuels' to require massive investments and policy intervention.

Environmental action unlocks huge financial opportunities for firms, study finds

Analysis quantifies relationship between risk mitigation investment and potential gain.

Firms in Asia Pacific beat North American peers on environmental performance

Around 89,000 companies examined across four sustainability themes.

Chocolate maker Mars invests $5m as part of 'Protect the Peanut Plan'

Agricultural science investment aimed at improving food security.

Slow progress reported on national renewable targets

Only 7 countries outside EU have updated RE targets since COP28 tripling pledge.

Most APAC firms exceed 2°C emission limits

Some cities are projected to see up to a 31% increase in extreme heat days.

ADB names leader for climate change and sustainable development

Director general to oversee overall engagement on environment and other priority areas.

UN member states obligated to protect the environment, says World Court

Countries to incur legal responsibility if obligations are breached.

Kearney’s Tanima Singh champions ESG strategies across companies, believes collaboration is key to collective progress

She highlights how Asia-Pacific businesses are uniquely positioned to lead in green tech and resource-efficient growth.