Read more about the article Unclear Climate Adaptation Plans in Asia Hold Back Private Investment, Report Finds
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Unclear Climate Adaptation Plans in Asia Hold Back Private Investment, Report Finds

The AIGCC assessed nine Asian markets—China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand—and found that adaptation projects struggle to attract private capital.

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Read more about the article Malaysian Startup EB Tech Expands Carbon Credit Initiatives to Indonesia, Strengthening Southeast Asia’s Green Economy
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Malaysian Startup EB Tech Expands Carbon Credit Initiatives to Indonesia, Strengthening Southeast Asia’s Green Economy

By leveraging ES Group's technical expertise in carbon project development and YAKOPI's proven community-based conservation approach, the collaboration aims to enhance carbon offset opportunities while empowering local communities.

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Read more about the article Nepal Increases Mount Everest Climbing Fees Amid Rising Environmental and Safety Concerns
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Nepal Increases Mount Everest Climbing Fees Amid Rising Environmental and Safety Concerns

Nepal is increasing permit fees for climbers seeking to scale Mount Everest, responding to mounting concerns over environmental degradation, overcrowding, and the impact of climate change. 

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Read more about the article Australia’s $8 Million Climate Investment in Indonesia Signals a Shift in Green Finance Across Asia
Australian Anchor Investment Commitment of US$8 Million to AC Ventures Through KINETIC Partnership Australia's flagship impact investment fund, Australian Development Investments (ADI), today announced an investment commitment of US$8 million for Indonesian venture capital firm AC Ventures' Climate and Sustainability Fund.

Australia’s $8 Million Climate Investment in Indonesia Signals a Shift in Green Finance Across Asia

Australia’s flagship impact investment fund, Australian Development Investments (ADI), has announced an $8 million anchor commitment to Indonesia’s AC Ventures Climate and Sustainability Fund.

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Read more about the article Indigenous Filipinos Turn to Carbon Credits to Save Their Forests—But Will It Work?
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Indigenous Filipinos Turn to Carbon Credits to Save Their Forests—But Will It Work?

Indigenous leaders have signed an agreement to generate revenue through carbon credits, allowing corporations to offset their emissions by investing in forest conservation.

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Read more about the article More Greenwashing Cases in Malaysia, Outpacing Singapore and Brunei – Data Shows
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More Greenwashing Cases in Malaysia, Outpacing Singapore and Brunei – Data Shows

Since January 1, 2020, Malaysia has recorded 12 of the 17 reported cases of corporate and state greenwashing, compared to three in Singapore and just one in Brunei.

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A Climate-Smart Future for Agriculture: The Role of Financial Institutions

Investing in Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) finance allows financial institutions to become partners, not just providers, in fostering a resilient agricultural sector. FOLLOW THIS TOPIC As climate change accelerates, rising temperatures,…

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Read more about the article Plastic Overload: Vietnam’s E-Commerce Boom and Environmental Toll
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Plastic Overload: Vietnam’s E-Commerce Boom and Environmental Toll

Vietnam's e-commerce industry has generated over 300,000 tons of packaging waste comprising cardboard, foam and plastic shockproof materials. The shipment packaging required for every order placed online, even for smaller products, is causing pollution concerns. 

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Read more about the article Indonesia’s Raja Ampat: The Ocean’s Amazon and a Global Coral Epicenter
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Indonesia’s Raja Ampat: The Ocean’s Amazon and a Global Coral Epicenter

Stretching across six countries—Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste—the Coral Triangle is home to the world’s richest marine biodiversity.

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