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Press Release: Agros Secures USD 2 Million from EDFI ElectriFI to Expand Solar-Powered Irrigation for Farmers in Southeast Asia
The financing will support Agros’ expansion in Indonesia and Cambodia and scale its “Pay-after-Harvest” model, enabling farmers to invest in high-quality solar water pump systems with flexible payment terms.
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- Agriculture, Energy, Technology
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- South Asia
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Green Innovation Fund Backs Green Teams to Tackle Air Pollution in Indonesia
By ensuring every measurement is accurate and reliable, the company turns complex environmental data into actionable insights, supporting smarter decisions that protect public health and reduce the economic costs of pollution.
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- Environment
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- South Asia
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British International Investment Achieves Over £300 Million in Green Energy Commitments Across South-East Asia
British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution (DFI) announced it has committed £308 million in climate finance across South-East Asia during its current strategy period, advancing its ambition to invest up to £500 million by 2026.
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- Environment, Finance
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- South Asia
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Touchstone Partners Launches US $10 Million Green Transition Fund at Net Zero Challenge Finale
Each funded climate-tech startup in Vietnam and Southeast Asia will receive capital alongside coaching and strategic guidance from Touchstone Partners and its advisory network.
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- Environment, Technology
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- South Asia
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Age of the ‘Scam State’: How an Illicit, Multibillion-Dollar Industry Has Taken Root in South-East Asia
Like the narco-state, a ‘scam state’ refers to countries where an illicit industry has dug its tentacles deep into institutions and transformed the economy.
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- Technology
- Region
- South Asia
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- cybersecurity, data, human rights
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Press Release: REACH Launched at the World Health Summit 2025 as Asia’s First Dedicated Hub in Addressing the Health Impacts of Climate Change
"Now inviting researchers, institutions, organisations and industries across South and Southeast Asia to co-create climate resilient health solutions through a landmark regional funding opportunity."
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- Environment, Health Care
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- South Asia
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Is Shell to Blame for a ‘Super Typhoon’? Philippines Survivors to Sue Oil Giant in Legal First
The claim argues that Shell’s polluting business has contributed to anthropogenic climate change, which intensified the typhoon’s impact.
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- Environment
- Region
- South Asia
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Honest’s $140 Million Boost: Can Indonesia’s Fastest-Growing Credit Card Startup Redefine Consumer Finance?
Backed by global investors and fresh capital, Jakarta-based Honest is betting on speed, digital-first products, and financial inclusion to challenge traditional banks.
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- Finance, Technology
- Region
- South Asia
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