sustainable investing

Singapore firms expected to show net-zero progress under revised standards, instead of just set targets

Data centres are buying substantial new renewable and nuclear electricity, but fossil fuels remain their largest source of new generation.
ESG INSIGHTS

Issue 196: AI’s complex role in sustainability; Keppel’s emissions targets

Food security risks are mounting in Asia, stemming from population growth, climate shocks and resource insecurity.
CIO CORNER

Look to sustainable investing to mitigate systemic risks

While solar and wind are the most mature and commercially viable clean energy sources, they are intermittent sources of power. 

AI-driven electricity demand powering hybrid financing for advanced nuclear startups

Singapore Airlines’ contribution to Temasek’s portfolio emissions has been persistently growing post-Covid 19.
ESG INSIGHTS

Issue 195: Temasek to miss climate targets; Power, EVs dominate S-E Asia green economy

Fast-P was launched by MAS at the United Nations' 2023 climate change conference in Dubai.

Temasek-backed fund under Singapore’s blended finance initiative hits US$800 million in second close

HSBC’s move to create the Sustainability and Transition Credit Facility comes as the Iran war drives further demand for renewable energy.

HSBC to lend US$4 billion to help China clean tech scale globally

Concord New Energy took hits from higher curtailment rates and lower average tariffs in 2025.
ESG INSIGHTS

Issue 194: Concord New Energy’s Reit speculation; Year-end goal for Indonesia-Singapore clean-electricity trade

Renewables are a bright spot for sustainable investment funds, as energy security concerns prompt governments and corporates to diversify their energy sources.
MIND THE GAP

Sustainable investing: Net inflows and relative returns slide

The Kospi has gained 78% this year, versus a 7% gain for the MSCI World Index of global developed market stocks, and a 23% increase in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index.

South Korea’s chip surge hides the market’s vulnerabilities