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Singapore bets on $35m waste centre, digitalisation drive to boost green economy

New funding, digital tools, and policy updates were announced at Catalyst 2026 gathering. 
32 minutes ago

Singapore bets on $35m waste centre, digitalisation drive to boost green economy

New funding, digital tools, and policy updates were announced at Catalyst 2026 gathering. 
32 minutes ago

Singapore launches $35m centre to tackle toxic industrial waste

NEA, NTU, and NUS will develop recycling, recovery and landfill tech solutions.
48 minutes ago

Philippine renewable projects draw $5.72b in investments

Thirteen projects grabbed nearly all fast-track investment funds in under five months.
22 hours ago

Philippine authorities pump 5MW into Catanduanes grid amidst shortages

Emergency unit lifts supply pressure in provincial system.
22 hours ago

Philippines courts Swedish manufacturing investment to boost jobs

They also tackled industrial investment and its potential to support employment.
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Philippines and Sweden explore energy transition cooperation

They discussed offshore wind, solar, AI, and cybersecurity cooperation.
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ADB calls for connected power systems in Asia Pacific

The Pan-Asia Power Grid Initiative is expected to mobilise $50b by 2035.
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India’s merchant battery storage faces first regulatory test

Draft central and state rules restrict grid charging.

PH-Japan fuel stockpiling plan targets supply resilience

The fuel security plan advances as global supply disruption pressure builds.

Asia’s geothermal boom slows as regulatory risks mount

Installed capacities were up 113% in the 25 years to 2020.

Hong Kong to establish international commercial court

The planned court will handle complex, high-value international and cross-border commercial disputes.

Philippines, China's Panhua strengthen ties with $3.5b steel project

This is one of the largest foreign investments in the Philippines' steel sector.

Singapore refreshes retail digital plan to drive AI adoption amongst SMEs

It places stronger focus on AI adoption across retail operations.

Asian cities gain ground in global competitiveness race: BCG

Shenzhen led in speed of change, whilst Shanghai and Central Asian cities narrowed the gap in livability.

Singapore, World Bank launch joint programme to scale carbon trading

The initiative will help countries develop interoperable digital carbon registries.

UK development investor BII commits $30m to SG climate fund

The fund backs a BlackRock-managed industrial decarbonisation programme.

Singapore injects $19.2m into global facility for Article 6 carbon push

It is the first Asian CTF contributor, joining the UK, New Zealand, Norway, and Sweden.