🇵🇭 Philippines
DOE launches “Green Lane” for renewables
The Department of Energy (DOE) is setting up a fast-track “Green Lane” process to accelerate approvals for renewable energy projects, especially solar and hydro. It includes streamlined permitting and investor support desks.
🇮🇳 India
Asia’s largest solar desalination plant opens in Gujarat
A 100 MLD (million litres/day) solar-powered desalination facility has been launched, providing clean water to over 1 million people. It showcases the potential of solar-powered critical infrastructure in water-stressed areas.
🇦🇺 Australia
ASIC calls for early adoption of climate disclosure standards
Australia’s corporate regulator, ASIC, is urging listed firms to start preparing for IFRS S2-aligned climate disclosures from 2025, including Scope 1, 2 and eventually Scope 3 emissions.
🌊 Pacific Islands
Pacific Climate Finance Summit announced
The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat will host a regional summit to explore access to “loss and damage” climate funds, blended finance for resilience, and debt-for-nature swaps.