On October 29, 2024, Hong Leong Bank (HLB) kicked off its journey into greener finance with the launch of its Sustainable Finance Framework (SFF). This initiative aims to invest a whopping US$4. 5 billion (RM20 billion) over five years to support projects that promote sustainability. The bank has be
You've probably heard about lithium and how important it is for our clean energy future. But did you know that a lot of it is stuck in places that are really hard to reach? Enter some clever scientists from Australia who've figured out a new way to get at this hidden lithium. They call it EDTA-aided
Imagine it's January 20, 2025. President Kamala Harris steps into office and announces a plan to fight climate change within her first 100 days. She wants to cut energy costs and jumpstart a clean industrial boom. Lawmakers from both sides agree that we need to reduce emissions and strengthen our ec
Imagine investing in a future where Asia's economy thrives on clean energy and sustainable practices. That's what the Newton Hexon Asia Growth Fund is all about. This fund, a joint venture between Newton Hexon Capital and PMB Investment Berhad, is focused on businesses that are leading the charge in
The upcoming U. S. presidential election could significantly impact several industries. Let's explore which ones are at stake. Big banks could soon need more capital to protect against financial shocks, which might affect their profits and lending ability. The winner of the election could determine
In a significant commitment to combat climate change, Australia and the United Kingdom have joined forces to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. This new partnership was announced at the Commonwealth leaders meeting in Samoa, where Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and UK Prime Minis
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes that if Russia stops attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure, it might signal Moscow's readiness to end the war. In a recent talk with journalists, he highlighted that both sides reducing their strikes on energy facilities could help cool down the co
Imagine an AI that's as powerful as it is efficient. That's what LiquidAI is promising. This startup from Boston isn't just tweaking existing models; they're rethinking AI from the ground up. Inspired by the brain of a tiny worm, their technology could revolutionize AI by using less energy, which is
Ever heard of a car that drives itself? Well, Tesla's trying, but their autopilot feature is hitting a few bumps. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration is digging into some serious incidents. We're talking crashes, one even fatal, involving Teslas with Full Self-Driving tech. Thi
Imagine if the hum of a nuclear power plant was the soundtrack of our future. It's not just a dream anymore. Contracts are being signed, and plans are being made to bring more nuclear power online. Why is this happening? Because people are tired of expensive energy and power outages. Look at Califor
