This report identifies the economic, environmental, and industrial benefits of a partial shift from animal-based to plant-based protein production in Thailand, modelling its impact on climate, land use, and the economy under different scenarios. By shifting...

The Asia Protein Transition Platform is a collaboration between Asia Research and Engagement (ARE) and institutional investors managing over USD3tn. Together, we conduct investor-backed engagement of Asian listed food companies and banks, towards more responsible and...

This report evaluates 100 listed Asian food buyers on their transition to responsible and sustainable proteins, assessing their sustainability strategies, targets, and performance. It reveals that the overall average score is just 9%, indicating low awareness...

by Kate Blaszak China has seen a surge in dairy production and consumption in recent years. Given the sector’s high environmental and social impacts, this is driving a greater emphasis on food safety and corporate sustainability. In...

Helen Jia, Country Director China It’s no secret that within the energy sector—encompassing everything from conventional fossil fuels to renewable power sources across the globe—there is a noticeable absence of women. The gender gap, like in...

by Kurt Metzger There was a significant step forward at COP28 where participants agreed to pivotal language [1] to steer away from fossil fuels and achieve net zero by 2050. But the communique also features a step backward...

The “Closing the Gap” report underscores China’s leading role in combating climate change but highlights the need for significant funding to reduce emissions from major polluters, particularly in energy-intensive sectors. While green finance has made strides,...