Sustainability
Saving the planet one ride at a time: The rise of green energy transportation
A renewable economy could provide a lasting solution to the challenges raised by the evergrowing environmental issues. Climate change, energy security, sustainability, and…
AI and machine learning for social good: Inspiring initiatives in Asia and beyond
In recent years, AI and machine learning have been increasingly used to address social challenges and improve people's lives in Asia. From disaster response and relief to…
We need to bring those existing ‘sustainability trends’ into action says Kevalin Saksiamkul
“CHEWW.CO simply offers alternatives and choices. We do not push for sales or create demands,” Kevalin Saksiamkul, co-founder of CHEWW.CO told as in the interview. CHEWW.CO is…
Malaysian Government drafting strategic framework to develop EV charging infrastructure – report
Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) is currently developing a strategic framework for the development and planning of Electric Vehicle (EV)…
Australia’s plastic alternative firm Uluu aims to build commercial plant in 2025
Australia-based Uluu, which uses seaweed to create plastic alternatives, aims to build a commercial plant that costs $100 million in 2025, its Co-Founder said. “We're doing our…
This startup aims to capture 10,000 tons carbon from farmland this year using volcanic rock dusts
Lithos Carbon, a US-based startup transforming farmland into carbon removal centers using the power of volcanic rocks, aims to capture 10,000 tons of carbon this year, its chief…
Navigating complex public transportation systems with Rumbo
Nowadays, our cities are constantly moving and becoming more polluted and crowded. Environmental sustainability and transportation are the main contributing factors. We are living…
SUSI Partners sets up Southeast Asian renewables platform
Swiss clean energy fund manager SUSI Partners, through its Asia Energy Transition Fund (SAETF), has launched a platform for the development of utility-scale renewable energy…
Singapore’s ComfortDelGro invests $4.37M in global venture capital fund Shift4Good
Singapore-based taxi firm ComfortDelGro Corporation, said Wednesday it has invested €4 million ($4.37 million) in Shift4Good, a global independent venture capital impact fund…
Combo of smarter existing cities & new, high-tech cities will make Thailand a desirable destination for global investment, says Dr. Non Arkaraprasertkul
According to the UN World Urbanization Prospects, over half of the world’s population (around 55 percent) live in urban areas, and this is expected to increase to 68 percent by…
