emissions

Hexagon’s solutions to cut emissions

July 21, 2020 | 16:23

The project development arm of Hexagon Holdings Singapore has announced a long-term power purchase agreement with New Wing Interconnect Technology (NWIT) for a rooftop solar system with a nominal power output of six megawatts peak.

Shipping sector prioritises five solutions for decarbonisation

July 10, 2020 | 21:00

Shell and Deloitte Netherlands and Deloitte UK today published a joint research outlining industry perspectives on decarbonising the shipping sector.

Tetra Pak commits to net zero emissions

June 18, 2020 | 22:24

Tetra Pak commits to reaching net zero GHG emissions in its operations by 2030, and aims to achieve net zero GHG emissions for the entire value chain by 2050.

A breath of fresh air even in the heaviest traffic

March 26, 2020 | 15:45

In large cities people are exposed to copious amounts of pollutants on a daily basis without a good air filter for the passenger cabin of their cars.

Solar ESCO develops solar energy project in Tong Hong Tannery Vietnam

July 07, 2019 | 15:03

Through teaming up with Solar ESCO, Tong Hong could save at least 5 per cent of cost per kWh and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through each product.

Three Japan automakers admit false emissions data

August 09, 2018 | 15:24

Japan's Suzuki Motor, Mazda and Yamaha have admitted using false emissions data for some vehicles, the transport ministry said on Thursday (Aug 9), in the latest product quality scandal to hit the country's auto sector.

Proposal to raise emissions standards for cars

August 09, 2018 | 11:47

Vietnam Register, under the Ministry of Transport, has proposed raising the emission standards for cars to level 2 in order to minimise the increasing environmental pollution in the country.

Audi recalls vehicles due to cooling system error

July 25, 2018 | 08:20

Audi, a subsidiary of Volkswagen, has recalled over one million vehicles since April, with the latest 20 being in Vietnam due to a failure in their cooling system.

Audi CEO arrested over Volkswagen emissions scandal

June 19, 2018 | 21:42

Volkswagen’s emissions scandal has just seen the arrest of Rupert Stadler, CEO of the Audi division, marking the highest level official to be toppled so far.

Germany orders recall of 60,000 Audis over emissions

June 07, 2018 | 09:07

Germany this week ordered the recall of tens of thousands of cars produced by Volkswagen subsidiary Audi over "illegal software" designed to conceal levels of harmful emissions, the KBA vehicle licensing authority said Wednesday (Jun 6).

UNDP launches new green chemical project

April 09, 2018 | 11:58

The UNDP and Vietnamese agencies launched the green chemistry project to support green growth and reduce the use and release of POPs and hazardous chemicals.

New Shell scenarios sharpen focus on future for society, energy

March 01, 2013 | 10:00

Shell has released new scenarios that explore two possible ways the 21st century could unfold, with dramatically different implications for society and the world’s energy system.

LG Electronics to cut greenhouse gas emissions 15 per cent by 2020 in europe

November 14, 2012 | 16:39

LG Electronics today announced its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 15 per cent by the end of 2020 in Europe, compared with its 2010 baseline.

Canada formally withdraws from Kyoto Protocol

December 13, 2011 | 08:59

Canada on Monday became the first country to formally withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol, saying the pact on cutting carbon emissions was preventing the world from effectively tackling climate change.