Solidiance reviews in pictures the impact of global warming will have on Asia businesses from building materials, to power generation, water management and recycling industries. Greentech is here to stay.
2. the Sun is shining on China
China is already the global
leader in solar energy.
China will generate at least
150 MW of power from solar
thermal power stations by
2015
3. the wind is blowing on Korea
Korea has aggressive wind
energy growth plans. Wind
could supply 10% of the
101GW power capacity
needed in 2030.
4. Australia has introduced a
generous rebate program
which will result in 2.7 million
insulated homes. Now
imagine the demand in Asian
countries…
asia needs insulation
5. the earth is hot in Indonesia
Indonesia utilizes only 3% of its
geothermal power potential
6. water tight in Singapore
In 2010 with a capacity of
50 million gallons per day,
NEWater will be able to meet
30% of Singapore's water
requirements through recycling
7. recycle or die in Japan
Climate change and energy
prices are forcing drastic
measures. Japan’s packaging
recycling rate now stands at 85%.
In Thailand, it is 26%.
8. sustainable energy at stake in Asia
Asia is home to 75 % of the world's
sustainable energy projects but 45%
of the Asia Pacific population has
yet to have access to modern
energy services...