Asia is fast becoming a major source of greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) as a consequence of rapid and carbon-intensive economic growth. Today, developing Asia accounts for 29 per cent of global energy-related CO2 emissions—three times bigger than its share 30 years ago. Given this...

This article identifies the trends within climate change, the impact on Asia and the issues and methods necessary in developing Asia’s potential to address climate change. If current energy consumption patterns continue temperatures will rise from 1.4–5.8°C by 2100. The growth...