Investments

Indonesia, S.E. Asia’s biggest economy launches Danantara sovereign wealth fund for 20+ high-impact green energy & minerals national projects in 2025

Staff Writer February 2025

With a total asset of more than US$900 bil under management, Danantara Indonesia will be one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund. Image: Presidential Press Bureau. Former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (left), President Prabowo Subianto (center) and former president Joko “Jokowi” Widodo

Thailand’s Renewable Energy Boom: A Golden Opportunity for Foreign Joint Ventures in 2025

Staff Writer February 2025

Thailand’s National Energy Plan aims to achieve 50% renewable energy by 2037. To meet this target, Thailand projected in 2022 that new renewable energy investments will total approximately THB 779 billion (USD 22 billion) up to 2037. (Thailand Investment Review)

China CO2 emissions predicted to peak in 2025. Why is China still so dependent on Coal at 60% of China’s electricity? In 2024 China invested US$940 Bil in Clean Energy. Foreigners can Invest and Grow Green businesses too.

Staff Writer February 2025

However, Grid integration issues limit renewable energy full utilization- and millions of workers livelihoods at coal-fired plants and industry are at risk. Can foreigner project-collaboration play a role? Yes. Follow the examples ‘below.

RCEP is the Largest Trade Bloc in History: Can the Austral-Asia-Pacific Region Outsmart Trump’s U.S. Import Tariffs?

Staff Writer February 2025

From panic to opportunity. Australia and Asian Pacific businesses are navigating U.S. tariffs and strengthening regional trade through RCEP 15 countries representing 30% global population, 30% global GDP + eliminating 90% tariffs between members.

TRUMP GOES VIRAL ON PLASTIC STRAWS. US 390+mil plastic straws used daily for ~30+ mins, 300 yrs to decompose, only 3% recyclable.

Joy Allbutt February 2025

LASER ENGRAVED – Trumps 2020 Campaign US$500,000 from straws – so you can “enjoy your drink with a bit of presidential flair“! (Official Trump Store) *Vietnam produces Drink Straws from Bamboo, Sugarcane, Rice, Coffee, Grass, Seaweed.

This Week Eco Wave Power Signs Wave Energy Deal with India.

Joy Allbutt February 2025

Image: Ms Inna Braverman, Founder and CEO Eco Wave Power Ms Inna Braverman, Founder and CEO of Israeli onshore wave energy technology, Eco Wave Power, NASDAQ listed in 2017, holds a projects pipeline of over 404.7MW in Port of Los Angeles, Portugal, Taiwan and now India.

AUST STEEL: US 25% Steel Tariffs, Gupta GFG Whyalla Steelworks financial meltdown, South Korea POSCO steel group plans A$40bn in Australia by 2040.

Joy Allbutt February 2025

While the US government is considering a 25% import tariff on Australian steel, South Australia’s Whyalla steelworks, owned by Sanjeev Gupta’s GFG Alliance, faces potential closure. Mean while, Western Australia is welcoming investments from South Korea’s POSCO steelmaker. Hypothetically, could POSCO be the ‘white horse’? Image: Whyalla Steelworks

Australian Agri-Business ORLAR is Revolutionizing Sustainable Farming in Vietnam & Expanding throughout Southeast Asia.

Joy Allbutt February 2025

Dr. Lyndal Hugo & Amanda Cornelissen co-founders of Orlar, are on a mission to bring clean, fresh, and nutritious food to Vietnamese families and is transforming farming in Southeast Asia with its groundbreaking approach to organic vertical farming.

Shanghai IE Expo 2025: Australia’s Role in Asia’s Largest Environmental Tech Showcase.

Joy Allbutt February 2025

In 2024, the event hosted 2,457 exhibitors from 27 countries and regions, covering 193,000 square meters across all 17 exhibition halls – attracting more than 90,120 professional buyers from 75 countries.

Australia Hydrogen Investment Opportunities in Renewable Clean Energy + Pure Hydrogen signs Vietnam Hydrogen AU$10 mil Bus deal.

Staff Writer January 2025

What’s the RAUCOUS Over AUKUS? The Quandary of Military Muscle viz Climate Action Funds

Staff Writer November 2024

Luxury Brands Co-Marketing Opportunities for Climate Change

Staff Writer October 2024

The ‘Illusory Truth Effect’. Repetition increases belief in Climate-Skeptical Claims, even for Climate Science Endorsers.

Staff Writer October 2024

PALM OIL: Major brands (Nestlé, Unilever, Ferrero, etc.) have pledged to zero deforestation from their palm oil supply chains.

Staff Writer May 2025

MOVIE OCEAN: Sir David Attenborough- his lifetime legacy – leading to the 2025 UN Ocean Conference June 9- 13 Nice, France.

Staff Writer May 2025

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Investments

Indonesia, S.E. Asia’s biggest economy launches Danantara sovereign wealth fund for 20+ high-impact green energy & minerals national projects in 2025

Thailand’s Renewable Energy Boom: A Golden Opportunity for Foreign Joint Ventures in 2025

China CO2 emissions predicted to peak in 2025. Why is China still so dependent on Coal at 60% of China’s electricity? In 2024 China invested US$940 Bil in Clean Energy. Foreigners can Invest and Grow Green businesses too.

RCEP is the Largest Trade Bloc in History: Can the Austral-Asia-Pacific Region Outsmart Trump’s U.S. Import Tariffs?

TRUMP GOES VIRAL ON PLASTIC STRAWS. US 390+mil plastic straws used daily for ~30+ mins, 300 yrs to decompose, only 3% recyclable.

This Week Eco Wave Power Signs Wave Energy Deal with India.

AUST STEEL: US 25% Steel Tariffs, Gupta GFG Whyalla Steelworks financial meltdown, South Korea POSCO steel group plans A$40bn in Australia by 2040.

Australian Agri-Business ORLAR is Revolutionizing Sustainable Farming in Vietnam & Expanding throughout Southeast Asia.

Shanghai IE Expo 2025: Australia’s Role in Asia’s Largest Environmental Tech Showcase.

Australia Hydrogen Investment Opportunities in Renewable Clean Energy + Pure Hydrogen signs Vietnam Hydrogen AU$10 mil Bus deal.

What’s the RAUCOUS Over AUKUS? The Quandary of Military Muscle viz Climate Action Funds

Luxury Brands Co-Marketing Opportunities for Climate Change

The ‘Illusory Truth Effect’. Repetition increases belief in Climate-Skeptical Claims, even for Climate Science Endorsers.

AL GORE: CLIMATE REALITY PROJECT. WE HAVE THE SOLUTIONS. HOW ELECTION OUTCOMES IMPACT GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE.

China’s Blue Economy: It’s Not Just Fishing. Developing a Carbon Management + Innovative Market

Death & Taxes. Now GREEN INSURANCE. Up to US$500 million in coverage on a single risk

AI in ESG REPORTING

LEGO Launches Groundbreaking Green Factory in Vietnam

ESGG / Geopolitical. How is it reported in the Aust-Asia-Pacific & China region? And why is it important?

PALM OIL: Major brands (Nestlé, Unilever, Ferrero, etc.) have pledged to zero deforestation from their palm oil supply chains.

MOVIE OCEAN: Sir David Attenborough- his lifetime legacy – leading to the 2025 UN Ocean Conference June 9- 13 Nice, France.