Advancing Decarbonization Across Industries #20

Solar Energy to Dominate Philippines’ Clean Energy by 2025

The Philippines is poised for a solar energy boom, with the Philippine Solar and Storage Energy Alliance (PSSEA) predicting solar will dominate the country’s clean energy mix by 2025. As reported by Manila Bulletin, ongoing investments in large-scale solar farms and rooftop systems are key drivers of this growth. These efforts align with the Philippines' target of achieving 35% renewable energy capacity by 2030 (Read more on Manila Bulletin).

Japan’s New Energy Future

Japan is charting a bold path toward a sustainable energy future, focusing on hydrogen integration, renewable energy expansion, and smart grid technologies. According to Digital Journal, Japan aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while enhancing energy security. This strategy includes offshore wind projects, green hydrogen initiatives, and innovative storage solutions to meet its 2050 carbon neutrality goals (Read more on Digital Journal).

EU-India Collaboration on Sustainability and Trade

The EU and India are strengthening their partnership in sustainability and trade, with a focus on MSMEs and sustainability reporting. A LiveMint article highlights discussions on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and its impact on Indian exporters. The collaboration emphasizes aligning sustainability efforts with fair trade practices, fostering economic growth while tackling climate change (Read more on LiveMint).

EU’s ETS Reforms: A Roadmap to Net-Zero

The EU is transforming its carbon markets through reforms to the Emissions Trading System (ETS). As reported by Devdiscourse, these changes aim to enhance carbon pricing, encourage investment in clean technologies, and reduce industrial emissions. The ETS reforms are central to the EU’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 (Read more on Devdiscourse).

Moeve Supplies 18,000 Tons of SAF in 2024

Moeve, a leader in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), delivered 18,000 tons of SAF in 2024, supporting decarbonization in the aviation industry. Biofuels Digest reports that this milestone reflects growing demand for SAF as airlines strive to meet climate goals. Moeve’s efforts highlight the importance of sustainable fuels in reducing aviation’s environmental impact (Read more on Biofuels Digest).