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ESG

Not necessary for Singapore to compete with the region on sustainability reporting, says Ravi Menon

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ESG

CICT loses its top ranking in global ESG benchmark for real estate

“The narrative has to change. (Health and education) still can be the focus, but you need the electricity. Otherwise, it can’t scale,” notes Um Woochong of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet.
ESG

Asian philanthropies should reframe clean energy as driver of social outcomes, says philanthropy platform

Over 1,000 sq m of solar panels have been deployed on the rooftop of DBS Newton Green in Bukit Timah Road. The design incorporates a new overhang to expand the amount of rooftop space available for solar panels.
ASEAN Business

At least US$4 billion in smart grid investments needed to unlock Asean’s clean energy potential: report

The Petronas twin towers and shopping centre Suria KLCC, taken at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
ESG

Asean banks make green strides, but gaps remain in fossil-fuel financing: report

Solar energy is the most promising source of renewable energy in Singapore. The nation has set aside US$500million for initial fundings for green projects in the region. PM Wong emphasised green projects as a key point of cooperation during his visit to Manila in June 2025.
ESG

Renewable capacity in Asia-Pacific ex-China to almost double over next 5 years: IEA

Nearly six in 10 S-Reits incurred increased expenses from having to cool or heat their buildings as a result of temperature changes, a survey by Knight Frank and the Reit Association of Singapore shows.
ESG

Climate change resulted in financial impact for 58% of S-Reits: survey

“We must equip businesses with the right tools to make clear and informed decisions, to cultivate confidence in their sustainability journey. This means, for example, having access to reliable and up-to-date emissions data,” said Second Minister for Finance Indranee Rajah.
ESG

IMDA to support companies tracking emissions from cloud services, data centres: Indranee Rajah

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Opinion & Features

Vietnam-Singapore carbon credit pact: A defining test for Asean green finance

Generic pictures for stories related to challenges of ESG compliance in Singapore. Singapore’s commitment to net zero by 2050 is more than a climate responsibility. It is a strategic national priority to safeguard our economy, energy security, public health and long-term resilience.
ESG

Singapore’s public sector emissions down 1.9% in FY2024: report

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