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ADB Study Finds Annual Economic Losses in Southeast Asia from Climate Change Could be More Than Twice the Global Average

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Climate change is already affecting the region, as shown by the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events such as heat waves, droughts, floods and tropical cyclones in recent decades, the report notes. of combined gross domestic product (GDP) each year by 2100, more than twice the projected global average loss.

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Henkel wins Surcar Global environmental footprint impact award for automotive paint pre-treatment process

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The award went to Henkel’s Surface Technologies team in Asia Pacific and partner, Qoros Auto Co., For example, while eliminating the use of heavy metals, such as zinc and nickel, it involves significantly fewer processing steps and less rinsing, which can reduce water consumption by 20%. In addition, it produces far less solid waste.

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Daimler and BYD introduce Denza brand for battery-electric vehicles

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(BDNT), the 50:50 joint venture between Daimler and BYD ( earlier post ) formally revealed in Shenzhen at the “EV – The Future” event its new Denza brand of electric vehicles developed in China, for the Chinese market. The Denza brand launch event is the latest milestone in the cooperation between Daimler and BYD.

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Maersk Line contracts additional 10 Triple-E container vessels

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The event follows Maersk Line’s order in February this year for 10 Triple-E vessels with two options, each for an additional 10 ships. Maersk Line expects demand on the Asia to Europe trade to increase 5-8% per year during 2011-2015. Maersk Line exercised its option with Korea’s Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co.,

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Ballard ships 500th ElectraGen-ME methanol fuel cell system for telecom backup

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kW and 5 kW configurations, has an integrated fuel reformer that converts HydroPlus (a methanol-water liquid fuel mixture) into hydrogen gas to power the fuel cell system. In regions such as Southeast Asia and South Africa, where Ballard is actively engaged, electricity grids can be unreliable.

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IEEE Foundation Day Marks a Half Century of Philanthropy

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For over 50 years, that first seed has been watered with members’ passion, values, and care. The event is a tremendous opportunity for the IEEE community to celebrate the significant achievements enabled by the generous support of IEEE volunteers and donors. The Foundation’s work has blossomed into meaningful, real-world impact.

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ADB draft report says 3B Asians could become affluent by 2050; significant challenges

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An additional 3 billion Asians could enjoy higher living standards by 2050, but only if Asia sustains its present growth momentum and addresses significant multigenerational challenges and risks, according to a new report commissioned by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

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