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.
By The World Economic Forum, in partnership with IHS CERA | 20 April 2012
The energy industry is undoubtedly an engine of growth. But how does it contribute to economic growth and employment which are so critical in a troubled global economy? World Economic Forum reports.
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 IEEJ Japan Energy Brief | Republished 31 January 2012
With only three nuclear plants out of 54 operating by end January 2012, and due to stop by end April, Japan's nuclear energy outlook remains unclear.
At the 5th World Future Energy Summit (WFES) held in Abu Dhabi this week, Minister S Iswaran announced that Singapore is seeking membership in IRENA, and shared the city-state's ongoing part in the global clean energy economy.
By Artem V Goncharuk | Republished 6 January 2012
Is the world ready for a new nuclear contender from the PRC? Nuclear researcher Artem V Goncharuk analyses the global implications.
By EMA Staff | 30 November 2011
Suzlon's Girish Tanti shares his views on global energy trends and on the importance of renewable energy sources to Asia, particularly wind power.
By Jenny Chase, Bloomberg New Energy Finance | 18 November 2011
Jenny Chase of Bloomberg New Energy Finance discusses solar energy trends.
By Edward Cho, EMA staff | 3 November 2011
The city-state could become an Asia-Pacific carbon hub as it is a preferred base for carbon activities, with good strategic connectivity to carbon markets and access to excellent financial services, trading, trusted professional services and strong technologies.
By Lim Feng Ling, EMA staff | 2 November 2011
Waste, which has mostly been costly pollution, is now being perceived as a source of energy, thanks to changing mindsets and depleting reserves of oil and gas in meeting the growing energy needs of Asia.
