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Honda Malaysia completes solar panel installation in Melaka plant

Honda Malaysia installed 8,960 solar panels, worth MYR 14 million (AUD $4.9 million), on the rooftops of its manufacturing hub in Melaka. Solar-powered steps Honda Malaysia commemorated its installation of 8,960 solar panels and a…

Antonina JosonJuly 30, 2026

News Southeast Asia Sustainability

Thailand falling behind Asia-Pacific standards in clean energy

A renewable energy expert from the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) revealed in a recent seminar that Thailand is “lagging behind” its Asia-Pacific counterparts. Power Development Plan FTI Chairman of the Renewable Energy Industry Group, Natee Sithiprasasana revealed…

Antonina JosonJuly 2, 2026

Electric Vehicles News Sustainability

EV uptake and renewable growth help drive emissions decline

Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions have fallen to their lowest level since the COVID-19 pandemic, with growing electric vehicle adoption and expanding renewable energy generation contributing to the decline. New national…

Anby AlcomendasJune 10, 2026

News Southeast Asia Sustainability

Singapore enforces stricter rules on vehicle air-conditioning

Singapore will enforce stricter rules on commercial refrigerators and vehicle air-conditioning starting 1 July 2027. Keeping it light Starting from 1 July 2028, passenger cars and light vehicles in Singapore must use…

Antonina JosonJune 3, 2026

News Southeast Asia Sustainability

Malaysia switches from B10 to B15 biodiesel

On 1 June, Malaysia raised its biodiesel blend rate from 10 per cent (B10) to 15 per cent (B15). Raising the bar The biodiesel blend rate in Peninsular Malaysia has now changed from 10 per cent…

Antonina JosonJune 3, 2026

Southeast Asia Sustainability

Thailand pushes for B20 use as carmakers confirm compatibility

While the Thai government pushes for the use of B20 diesel during the global oil crisis, 13 carmakers confirm its compatibility across more than 1,000 models. A new alternative The…

Antonina JosonMay 27, 2026

News Sustainability

NZ reviews transport rules to strengthen fuel resilience

The New Zealand Government is reviewing a range of transport and freight regulations as part of efforts to improve fuel resilience and reduce pressure on businesses facing rising fuel costs…

Anby AlcomendasMay 13, 2026

News Sustainability

Real-world tests reveal gaps in vehicle fuel use and EV range

Australian motorists could be underestimating how much their next car will cost to run, after new independent testing found significant differences between advertised figures and real-world performance. The Australian Automobile…

Anby AlcomendasApril 30, 2026

News Sustainability

Diesel standards eased to boost fuel supply

The Australian Government has temporarily lowered diesel quality standards to increase fuel supply, as shortages affect hundreds of service stations nationwide. Energy Minister Chris Bowen said 564 service stations had…

Anby AlcomendasApril 1, 2026

News Sustainability

NZ outlines fuel rationing plan for supply disruptions

The New Zealand Government has detailed how fuel would be rationed under its National Fuel Plan, setting out a phased approach to manage potential supply disruptions. The framework includes four…

Anby AlcomendasApril 1, 2026

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