A news website covering the environment, climate, and sustainable development in East Asia. The region is both one of the largest sources of pollution and a leader in green energy investment—a contradiction that provides an inexhaustible news agenda. The site covers policy, corporate initiatives, climate data, and environmental projects.
A $5.4 billion green hydrogen hub begins construction in Australia's Pilbara region, targeting 1.75 million tons of annual production for Asian markets.
Indonesia's e-waste recycling sector expands 40% as new extended producer responsibility rules require manufacturers to collect discarded electronics.
Japan restarts Takahama reactors 3 and 4 after $1.8 billion in safety upgrades, bringing the active nuclear fleet to 14 units.
The Mekong River drops to record lows, threatening 65 million people across Southeast Asia with the worst drought since 1965.
The Philippines awards 57 offshore wind contracts totaling 15 GW capacity, establishing itself as a leading Southeast Asian wind energy market.
Delhi activates emergency Stage IV measures as Air Quality Index hits 480, with schools closed and construction halted amid the crop burning season.
Borneo deforestation drops 22% in 2025 following Indonesia's strengthened moratorium on new palm oil concessions, satellite data shows.
South Korea commits $6 billion to green hydrogen production, targeting 300,000 tons annually and 1.2 GW of electrolyzer capacity by 2030.
Vietnam bans single-use plastic bags, straws, and containers across 28 coastal tourist areas, targeting one of Asia's worst ocean pollution sources.
China expands its carbon emissions trading system to steel, cement, and aluminum, covering 70% of industrial emissions and 2,200 companies.
India's largest solar park opens in Rajasthan's Thar Desert with 5 GW capacity, powering 3.7 million homes at record-low tariffs.