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S1E101: Banking on change - unlocking Asia’s green transition
The Asian Development Bank is trying to bring green power to the people while curbing climate risks. It’s a huge challenge.
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change.
Asia is the economic engine of the world. This powerhouse region is growing quickly and so are its energy demands.
Millions of people still do not have access to electricity or clean cooking stoves. And its growing economies need affordable and reliable energy to power the region’s burgeoning industries…
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