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Issue 68: MAS champions carbon credits for retiring coal plants early; S-E Asia’s urgent adaptation needs

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Kenneth Lim

Kenneth Lim

Published Fri, Sep 29, 2023 · 07:00 PM
    • The proposed transition credits could help investors of coal-fired plants to recover lost value if the plants are retired early.
    • The proposed transition credits could help investors of coal-fired plants to recover lost value if the plants are retired early. ILLUSTRATION: KENNETH LIM

    In this issue: The search begins for pilot testing transition credits, while experts urge action on flood, drought and heat risks

    Singapore

    Using credits to make whole coal investors

    Singapore has put its weight behind carbon credits for coal phase-out projects and is seeking a pilot project to test the idea.

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