Coal subsidies and policy uncertainty jeopardize Asia's energy transition.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 10 2025
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Source: Reuters
Fossil Fuel Subsidies Impacting Clean Energy: Industry executives warn that Asia's clean energy transition is hindered by ongoing fossil fuel subsidies, unstable policies, and the cancellation of renewable energy auctions, which are critical for attracting green investments.
Data Centres Driving Power Demand: The surge in power demand from data centres is not necessarily aligned with renewable energy goals, as countries like Malaysia are increasing coal-fired power output to meet this demand, complicating the region's clean energy efforts.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








