Ping An announces launch of China’s first ESG disclosure standards
May 12 2022 by InsuranceAsia News Staff-
Over 85% of Australian carriers on track to achieve net-zero by 2050: ICA
- November 27
An updated climate change roadmap provides goals and best practice guidelines to reduce greenhouse gas emissions for operations by the end of this decade and across the entire value chain by 2050.
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Rates have to catch up with losses to ease APAC’s offshore wind capacity crunch
- November 16
(Re)insurers are showing no appetite even as projects pile up, especially in Taiwan, while premiums and risks remain disproportionate, industry sources say.
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BESS thermal runaway risks a hurdle to APAC’s ambitious energy transition goals
- November 7
Growing fire losses at lithium-ion battery energy storage systems and the potential for liability risks emanating from it is a challenge for capacity in the region.
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Hong Kong speeds up US$1bn of drainage improvements in climate resilience move
- October 26
John Lee, the SAR's chief executive, said the city will step up disaster preparedness, including a review of transport and drainage works.
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Capital Consulting International seeks to expand into new markets and double its APAC presence
The consultant is exploring potential acquisitions in Australia and New Zealand, and expanding its footprint in South-East Asia, Korea and Japan.
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Peak Re | From cybercrime to mental well-being: evolving needs of emerging Asia
Managing these daunting risks will require a multi-stakeholder approach to risk identification, financing and mitigation.
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AXA XL | Battery-powered ships: Moving from the drawing board to the seas
Electric ferries are increasing in popularity but there is plenty of work ahead to move away from ships using heavy diesel oil.