AGP Executive Report
Last update: 13 minutes agoWildlife & Food Security: Raccoon numbers are surging across Japan, with crop damage nearly doubling over the past decade and complaints rising in Osaka as the invasive animals push into cities. Climate & Waste Policy: Asia’s cities are urged to shift away from incineration: the Jakarta Declaration calls for halting funding for waste burning and scaling decentralized organic waste diversion and food-loss cuts. Renewables Grid Build-Out: India’s push toward 500 GW renewables faces bottlenecks as transmission planning, execution and digital upgrades lag—leading to curtailment of solar power. Electric Mobility: Delhi’s EVolve conclave spotlights a citizen-first approach to cleaner transport, charging access, and the policy shift needed to scale electric mobility. Deep-Sea Mining Fight: American Samoa groups sue the US over deep-sea mining plans, arguing marine risk assessments are inadequate for threatened species. AI, Energy & Water Pressure: A new discussion on “global water bankruptcy” warns Asia’s water systems are under strain from cities, agriculture, industry and AI infrastructure. Innovation & Industry: Air Liquide invests €170m in ultra-high-purity gas supply for Japan’s semiconductor expansion, while Singapore holds 5th globally in innovation rankings. Regional Cooperation: Mongolia and Japan flag climate, carbon credits and renewables cooperation under a strengthened strategic partnership.
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