How Biodiverse is the Philippines? Being one of the most megadiverse countries in the world, the Philippines houses 70-80% of the Earth’s plant and animal species, ranking fifth in the …
The Philippines is recognized as one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots, home to a vast array of unique species and ecosystems. However, the country’s rich natural heritage faces increasing threats …
Philippines
On July 30, 2025, the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a draft memorandum circular (MC) outlining the application of the Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) to sustainability reports …
Japan
On June 30, 2025, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment promulgated two ministerial ordinances to strengthen the regulation of perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), organofluorine compounds found in drinking …
Thailand
On April 24, 2025, Thailand’s Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) issued the “Notification: Standards for Issuing Renewable Energy Certificates, B.E. 2568 (2025).” This notification aims to ensure green electricity services comply …
China
On Aril 24, 2025, China’s National Development and Reform Commission published on its website the 2025 edition of the Market Access Negative List. It lists things and activities for which …
China
On April 25, 2025, All-China Environment Federation, a Chinese non-profit organization, published a draft group standard called the Guidance on Corporate Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Information Disclosure. The federation seeks …
Carbon dioxide capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) technology can achieve large-scale sustainable low-carbon utilization of fossil energy, help build a low-carbon industrial system, and when combined with biomass or air …
Thailand, with its favorable geographic location and abundant sunlight, has faced challenges in adopting rooftop solar due to regulatory complexities, overlapping permits, and slow approval processes. Even small, non-commercial installations …
India
On March 28, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued a circular revising disclosure requirements for the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR). The revisions, effective immediately, …
South Korea
On December 18, 2024, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) of South Korea announced that it has formulated the Improvement Plan for Biomass Fuel and Power Generation Market. …
The complete, accurate, and transparent disclosure of information by listed companies is a crucial to build investor confidence and attracting their interest. In addition to financial data, information on Environmental, …
What is the Philippine Renewable Energy Market? About two years after the interim commercial operations in August 2022 of the Philippine Electricity Market Corporation (PEMC), on December 26, 2024, Renewable …
Philippines
It was announced that trading in renewable energy certificates (RECs) began in the Philippines from December 26, 2024. This is based on “Department Circular No. 2024-12-0031: Declaration of the Full …
Australia
On December 18, 2024, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) released a guide titled “Sustainability collaborations and Australian competition law.” The guide is designed to assist companies and other …
Singapore
The Workplace Fairness Act 2024 (WFA), which was tabled in Parliament on 12 November 2024 was passed by the Parliament, according to a press release dated 8 January 2025. The …
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On December 10, 2024, the Hong Kong government launches the Roadmap on Sustainability Disclosure. According to the roadmap, Hong Kong government plans adopt the International Financial Reporting Standards-Sustainability Disclosure Standards …
India
According to a Securities and Exchange Board of India’s board meeting press release on December 18,2024 , relaxations were made for the ESG disclosures under the Business Responsibility and Sustainability …
Indonesia
On September 6, 2024, Regulation of the Minister of Environment and Forestry No. 13/2024 implementing Government Regulation No. 46/2016 on Procedures for Conducting Strategic Environmental Assessment (hereinafter “the Ministerial Regulation”) …
1. Introduction Global warming and climate change have become international threats making economic and living conditions increasingly difficult. These issues stem from human economic activities and consumption, which have continuously …
China
On September 24, 2024, the All-China Environment Federation released a draft group standard “Guidance on corporate environment, society and governance (ESG) evaluation” and started to collect comments. The group standard …
Indonesia
On September 4, 2024, the Ministry of Environment and Forestry of Indonesia promulgated the “Regulation of the Minister of Environment and Forestry No. 10/2024 on the Legal Protection of People …
India
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has notified the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme on September 4, 2024, and is now seeking comments till September 27. As part of …
In an increasingly globalized and technologically advanced world, the role of testing laboratories in ensuring the quality and safety of products, services, and research outcomes cannot be overstated. These laboratories …
China
On June 6, 2024, the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and 13 other central government departments of China announced a program for developing carbon footprint management framework in accordance with …
China
Close on the heels of the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE), Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) and Beijing Stock Exchange (BSE) issuing sustainability reports guidelines for listed companies, the Beijing Municipal Government …
Enforcing Philippine Environmental Laws What will be the Responsibilities of the Proposed Environmental Protection and Enforcement Bureau (EPEB)? The Philippines, known for its rich biodiversity and natural resources, faces significant …
China
On May 22, 2024, the China’s Ministry of Finance released a draft named “Corporate sustainability disclosure standards: Basic principles” and started soliciting comments. The deadline for comments is June 24, …
Philippines
On May 26, 2024, the Philippine Ecosystem and Natural Capital Accounting System (PENCAS) Act No. 11995 of the Republic was promulgated in the Official Gazette. The Act shall enter into …
Measures against Climate Change in Thailand Climate change stands as one of the most pressing challenges of our time, demanding urgent and decisive action from nations around the globe. In …
China
On April 12, 2024, the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE), Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) and Beijing Stock Exchange (BSE) published guidelines for sustainability reports by listed companies. These set out requirements …
Indonesia
On January 30, 2024, Presidential Decree No.14/2024 on Organization of Carbon Capture and Storage Activities was promulgated in Indonesia. The Presidential Decree, which came into effect upon promulgation, provides comprehensive …
Global Expansion of Offshore Wind Power Over the past decade, offshore wind energy has experienced exponential growth, with countries across the globe investing in the development of offshore wind farms. …
Philippines
In the Philippines, DAO 2024-02: Interim Guidelines for Environmental Compliance Certificate under the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement System for Offshore Wind (OSW) Energy Projects was enacted on January 18, 2024. …
Importance of Nuclear Energy in a Nutshell Nuclear energy, a cornerstone of modern power generation, has been a subject of both fascination and controversy since its inception. Leveraging the immense …
Singapore
Following the announcement by the second Finance Minister of the introduction of mandatory climate-related disclosures for listed companies and large unlisted companies at the Ministry of Finance’s Budget Committee in …
In recent years, there has been a seismic shift in the way businesses operate, driven by a growing recognition of the interconnectedness between corporate activities and their impact on the …
India
On February 22, 2024, the Indian Ministry of Power has promulgated the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Amendment Rules, 2024, amending the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, and came into …
Philippines
On January 29, 2024, “Department Circular No. DC2024-01-0001 Providing a National Policy and General Framework, Roadmap, and Guidelines for Hydrogen in the Energy Sector” (hereinafter, the “Circular”) was promulgated in …
From November 30 to December 12, 2023, the COP 28, officially known as 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework on Climate Change …
In the global effort to address rising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, numerous nations, organizations, and entities have implemented carbon crediting mechanisms. Carbon crediting mechanisms comprise a system in which carbon …
In September 2023, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Undersecretary for Environment and Integrated Science Carlos Primo David stated in an interview at the sidelines of the Mining Philippines …
India
India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has promulgated the Green Credit Rules, 2023 on 12 October 2023, with immediate effect. In order to promote environmentally friendly activities, …
Malaysia
On August 11, 2023, a Malaysian industrial standard, “SIRIM 55:2023 Environmental, Social and Governance management systems – Requirements with guidance” has been published in the SIRIM website. This standard provides …
Peak Carbon Emissions and Carbon Neutrality Standards Systems are a vital pillar supporting the efficient use of resources, the development of green, low-carbon resources, the comprehensive overhaul of the manufacturing …
India
On July 11, 2023, Securities and Exchange Board of India has promulgated a circular on compliance of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, …
Thailand has set its mission for Sustainable Development since it ratified the Johannesburg Declaration on Sustainable Development (JDSD) in 2002, the Manila Declaration on Green Industry in 2009, and the …
The ASEAN State of Climate Change Report (ASCCR) of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations outlines the present status, outlook, and strategies to combat climate change impacts in the ASEAN …
Every human has the right to a safe, clean, healthy, and sustainable environment, as stated in the resolution of the UN General Assembly last July 28, 2022 and in the …
Singapore
On July 6, 2023, the Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo), the regulatory arm of Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) and the Singapore Exchange (SGX), published a proposal to …
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