The deal sealed at the recent Durban climate change talks to develop a legally binding climate agreement holds much promise, but more immediate policy action and collaboration is crucial to ensure the sustainable growth of the energy sector.
The world faces two energy challenges, according to Dr Noeleen Heyzer, Under-Secretary General and Executive Secretary of the United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP).
By J Jackson Ewing, RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies | Republished 8 February 2012
While COP17 did take steps to address some important foundational fracture points, the divisions that have long defined climate change diplomacy will not dissipate quickly. This insight article reckons policymakers would do well to consider this likelihood when accounting for the trajectory of future climatic changes.
By David Lee, Green Purchasing Asia | Republished 20 January 2012
Just when we thought the industry would be engulfed in gloom, it is now looking at Asia--the sunniest place on earth and yet the poorest consumer of solar energy--to keep its growth momentum in the next 10 years.
By Aaron Kraus | Republished 6 January 2012
The region's increasing reliance on this energy source could become significant economic, political and security concerns. Energy consultant Aaron Kraus examines the caveats.
