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As Southeast Asia’s urban population grows, energy efficiency in buildings has never been more critical. From sustainable bamboo alternatives by Widuz to VR-enabled BIM collaboration by INFR AI (VRcollab), we’ve seen startups driving transformative innovation in construction. These efforts reflect the broader landscape of innovation highlighted in the Southeast Asia Green Economy Landscape report, where the built environment plays a key role in the region’s sustainable future. Check out the Southeast Asia Green Economy Landscape report by Padang & Co for more insights about innovation in the Built Environment and other sectors in the region. #BEAMP #BEIH #myBEITM #OpenInnovationSG #ArtificialIntelligence #Architecture

Southeast Asia presents a significant opportunity to drive greater sustainability across all modes of transportation due to its growing urbanisation, increasing vehicle ownership, and pressing environmental challenges. Besides reducing emissions and improving air quality, transitioning to greener alternatives such as electric vehicles (EVs) – including two- and three-wheelers that are widely used in this region – can support economic growth and improve quality of life for millions. Here are a few highlights in Transportation, from our Southeast Asia Green Economy Landscape report. The 7 key sectors covered in the report are: 🔹 Nature and Agriculture 🔹 Energy 🔹 Environmental Services and Finance 🔹 Transportation 🔹 Materials and Manufacturing 🔹 Waste Management 🔹 Built Environment What to learn more about how startups are helping to accelerate the region’s transition to a sustainable future? Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/gmHcFxEZ. Adam Lyle | Derrick Chiang | Divakar Subramaniam #southeastasia #greeneconomy #sustainability #decarbonisation #startups #greentransportation #ESG

🌍 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 is the foundation of a greener, more resilient future. It refers to designing, building, and maintaining systems—like transportation, energy, water, and waste—that minimize environmental impact, boost resilience to climate change, and support communities. From energy-efficient buildings to eco-friendly public transport, sustainable infrastructure is essential to balancing economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental protection. ♻️ 📊 In the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), sustainable infrastructure plays a crucial role in meeting climate goals, improving urban livability, and driving responsible investments. It aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), addressing targets like affordable clean energy (SDG 7) and sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11). 💡 👥 For companies, investing in sustainable infrastructure isn't just about meeting regulations—it's about building a lasting positive impact and strengthening brand reputation. Sustainable infrastructure projects can foster innovation, reduce carbon footprints, and create jobs, all of which contribute to long-term economic stability and a more sustainable planet. 🌱 #esg #Sustainability #CSR #GreenBusiness #ClimateAction #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendly #EthicalBusiness #SocialImpact #ResponsibleInvesting #CleanEnergy #CircularEconomy #SustainableDevelopment #CarbonFootprint #SustainableBusiness #ClimateChange #RenewableEnergy #FairTrade #ImpactInvesting #ZeroWaste #BusinessDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #Startup #SmallBusiness #SalesStrategy #MarketingStrategy #Networking #B2B #GrowthStrategy #MarketExpansion #CustomerAcquisition #LeadGeneration #DigitalMarketing #BusinessGrowth #StrategicPartnerships #SalesFunnel #ScalingUp #BusinessPlanning #Innovation #MarketResearch #businessanalyst #privateequity #venturecapital

We highly recommend reading the latest report "Southeast Asia’s Green Economy 2024 – Moving the needle," a collaborative effort by Bain & Company, GenZero, Standard Chartered, and Temasek. This report not only identifies the top 13 #decarbonization ideas but also presents a roadmap for unlocking up to USD 150 billion in economic opportunity by 2030. Key highlights from the report: 📉 Decarbonization Opportunities: The report evaluates 94 investable decarbonization ideas, focusing on sectors like #nature and #agriculture, #power, #transport, and #buildings. The top 13 ideas could generate significant revenue by 2030, signaling immense potential for the green economy. ♻Accelerators for Green Transition: Five key accelerators are identified to expedite the green transition: comprehensive #policy incentives, innovative #finance mechanisms, scaling #corporate investment, cluster/pilot developments, and regional collaboration. These accelerators are crucial for overcoming barriers and driving sustainable growth. 🍃 Rise in Green Investments: In 2023, green investments in #SoutheastAsia surged by 20% to USD 6.3 billion, driven by renewables and green data centers. This underscores the region's growing commitment to sustainability and presents opportunities for further investment in climate-friendly initiatives. 💹SEA Green Economy Index: For tracking progress, the report introduces the region's first SEA Green Economy Index, providing insights into each country's decarbonization efforts. It serves as a valuable tool for measuring performance and fostering healthy competition among nations. What does the report say about the carbon market? Growing a high integrity voluntary carbon market could unlock and scale supply of #naturalclimatesolutions through cross-border carbon market funding and boost investor confidence and corporate demand by capturing full value of credits. To bridge the gap between ambition and action, all stakeholders must collaborate and prioritize investable decarbonization ideas. Scaling policies, promoting financial innovation, and advancing regional plans are essential steps towards achieving emission targets and unlocking new revenue streams. Thanks Dale Hardcastle, Yukiko Tsukamoto, Berakah Lee (이현빈), Kimberly Tan, Kyung-Ah Park, Tracy Wong Harris and others for developing this extensive report. https://lnkd.in/gmJwTPxz #GreenEconomy #Decarbonization #Sustainability #ClimateAction #InvestmentOpportunities #SoutheastAsia #SEA2024

The Southeast Asia's Green Economy 2024 Report: Moving the Needle was launched yesterday at Ecosperity Week 2024, and is jointly produced by Bain & Company, GenZero, Standard Chartered Bank and Temasek. The report shares that Southeast Asia has a window of opportunity that it needs to seize today to leverage the green transition for competitive and economic growth. It highlighted the top 13 investable ideas across four sectorial themes: Nature and Agriculture, Power, Transport, and Buildings. 1. Regenerative agriculture practice 2. Alternate wetting and drying for rice cultivation 3. Precision agriculture practice 4. Forest conservation 5. Peatlands conservation 6. Utility-scale solar and wind energy 7. Transmission and distribution infrastructure expansion 8. Captive self-generation of solar with storage 9. Virtual power agreements and interconnections 10. Electric passenger vehicles and charging infrastructure 11. Agricultural waste stream for biofuels production 12. Energy efficiency improvements for data centers 13. Energy efficiency improvements for buildings The report also highlighted five priority actions: - Focus attention on investable decarbonisation ideas - Scale up policies and investments to incentivise corporate action - Promote innovation in finance to catalyse investment - Advance country and regional plans for the transition path - Take action today while working on structural constraints Download the report at https://lnkd.in/gUfyrYBW

Romina Khurshid Alam, the PM's coordinator on climate change, has announced that Pakistan's first Greentech Hub is set to launch soon, which is a state-of-the-art facility designed to transform the country's energy landscape and reduce its carbon footprint by promoting green technologies, renewable energy solutions, and eco-friendly innovations. This hub aims to position Pakistan as a regional leader in sustainable innovation, creating new opportunities for green jobs, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. The Greentech Hub will serve as an incubator for green startups, a research center for advanced technologies, and a collaboration space for innovators and entrepreneurs focused on addressing environmental challenges ¹. Alam emphasized that the future of technology is green, and this hub will represent the best of what Pakistan has to offer in terms of talent, ambition, and innovation. The hub is expected to drive technological advancement through innovation, lead to green jobs creation, and provide a platform for the country's brightest minds to contribute to a more sustainable. #PakistanAtCOP29 #Climatelnnovation #Sustainability #GreenGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #SocialJustice #EnvironmentalStewardship #ClimateAction #InnovationOpportunity #BeyondRisk #COP29Pakistan"

The Economics of Reforestation in Construction If you’re in construction and not thinking about reforestation, you’re already behind. Here’s why. Integrating reforestation into your projects doesn’t just check the ESG compliance box, it can.. ✅ Offset emissions and reduce your environmental footprint ✅ Attract ESG-focused investors who prioritize sustainability ✅ Give you a competitive edge in a market that’s shifting toward green initiatives But let’s make this real. 💡 Amazon’s HQ2 Project To balance their carbon footprint, Amazon invested heavily in reforestation projects in South America. Result? They didn’t just hit compliance targets, they won massive goodwill from investors and communities. 💡 Smaller Firms, Big Impact A mid-sized construction firm in Germany partnered with a reforestation NGO to plant 100,000 trees in deforested regions of Madagascar. This partnership helped them secure a $50M contract with a company prioritizing ESG in its supply chain. Now, let’s talk about your challenges. Problem 1: “We’re too small for this.” Reality: Even small contributions can make a big difference. Partnering with global reforestation projects allows you to scale your impact and your reputation without breaking the bank. Problem 2: “What’s the ROI?” Reality: Beyond investor interest, reforestation initiatives can lead to tax breaks, grants, and stronger stakeholder relationships. Not to mention, consumers increasingly favor companies that care about sustainability. Problem 3: “Where do we start?” Reality, you don’t need to reinvent the wheel. Partner with organizations (like our Global Reforestation Initiative) that handle the heavy lifting, so you can focus on building while they focus on planting. Leadership in the new green economy isn’t optional, it’s a necessity. 2025 is around the corner. The question is: will your business lead the way or get left behind? 👇 Curious about how reforestation could fit into your ESG strategy? Drop your questions below or send me a message. #Sustainability #Innovation #Leadership #FutureOfWork #BusinessGrowth #DigitalTransformation #ClimateChange #CorporateSocialResponsibility #GrowthMindset #Entrepreneurship #GreenBusiness #ChangeManagement #EnvironmentalImpact #LeadershipDevelopment #ESG #SustainableBusiness #Industry40 #InnovationStrategy #BusinessStrategy #ImpactInvesting #Finance #Banking #ChemicalIndustry #Manufacturing #FoodProduction #SupplyChain #Energy #CleanTech #CircularEconomy #AgTech #Retail #ConstructionIndustry

🤩We are proud to have 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐎𝐔𝐃𝐀 as our 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫, at the 6th Strategies for Transition to 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫. 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰. https://lnkd.in/gfdc8iup #GreenEconomy #Sustainability #Innovation #CircularEconomy #GreenEntrepreneurship #ClimateAction #Zero_Carbon #Green_Future #Climate_Action #Green_Hydrogen #GreenEconomyForum #Sustainability #GlobalMarkets #ExportRequirements #GreenBusinesses #Sustainability #Partnership #ClimateAction #TogetherForChange

🌊💡🌍 #Ocean innovation is crucial for achieving UN Sustainable Development Goal 14 (#sdg14), but faces barriers like high costs and limited R&D. To overcome these challenges, international organizations should create funds for ocean-related R&D, implement pollution-based taxation systems, and foster collaboration between developed and developing countries. Governments can support by simplifying regulations and offering incentives for ocean-friendly projects #water #waterscarcity #watercrisis #tech #watertech #startup #innovation #future #sustainability #environment #technology #investment #capital https://lnkd.in/gD4RAXP5

💧 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 Climate-focused investors are beginning to see water technology as a key opportunity, especially as drought concerns grow. The water sector is critical. One in four of the world's people live in areas where water is extremely scarce, a situation exacerbated by climate change. The sector is underfunded, with up to $𝟮𝟮.𝟲 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 needed 𝗯𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟱𝟬 to meet UN targets for clean water and sanitation. While the need for new water technologies is great, it's difficult to attract investment. The sector is highly regulated and typically slow to change. This is partly because businesses and the agricultural sector often undervalue water. With only one billion-dollar company, Gradiant, the water sector faces a challenge: the lack of large investment opportunities discourages investors. There are also long development times and a tendency to be reactive to problems rather than proactive with new ideas. However, as droughts become more common and the role of water in climate change gains attention, entrepreneurs and investors are focusing on the sector. Recent major deals, such as Xylem's acquisition of Evoqua Water Technologies, and government investment in clean water projects are evidence that momentum is building. Water startups are making progress by tackling pollution and embracing the principles of the circular economy, which involves the reuse of materials and waste. Although investment in water technology has lagged behind other areas of climate technology, its growth potential is now being compared to the early days of solar technology, suggesting a promising future for water technology funding. #ClimateInvestment #WaterTech #Investing #SustainableInvesting