Ep90 Renewable Energy Works, So Why Isn't Asia Doing It? with Chan Yau Chong, Climate Finance Asia

Ep90 Renewable Energy Works, So Why Isn't Asia Doing It? with Chan Yau Chong, Climate Finance Asia

Author: Joseph Jacobelli August 5, 2026 Duration: 30:59
Comments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.com Chan Yau Chong, leading thought-leader and co-founder of Climate Finance Asia, reveals why Hong Kong's solar revolution hasn't scaled and exposes the uncomfortable truth about Asian investors' grip on coal. We unpack the real barriers to Asia's energy transition: from fiduciary duty rhetoric masking climate inaction to the policy gaps holding back coal phase-out across Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. Discover how climate finance can accelerate the shift...

Hosted by author, analyst, and investor Joseph Jacobelli, The Asia Climate Finance Podcast offers a grounded, practical look at how capital and commerce are responding to environmental pressures across the continent. Each conversation moves beyond theoretical discussion to examine the real-world mechanics of funding green technology, managing climate risk, and building sustainable business models. Joseph brings together a range of experienced voices from the field-investors, entrepreneurs, and policy thinkers-to unpack the complexities of decarbonisation and where the opportunities lie. This isn't just about high-level trends; it's about the operational challenges and financial innovations shaping Asia's future. The discussions provide actionable insight for professionals looking to understand the intersection of profit and planet, making sense of a rapidly shifting landscape. Tune into this non-profit podcast for candid analysis that cuts through the noise, helping you grasp the economic and investment implications of the region's climate transition.
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