Tech's role in green transition stressed

APEC urged to push collaboration and innovation to realize decarbonization goals

As innovation is key to a green transition in the region, it is important that all Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation member economies push for greater use of technology to advance sustainability goals, experts said.

Albert Oung, founder and president of the World Green Organisation, an environmental NGO in Hong Kong, said, "The role of technology is of utmost importance in the green transition of APEC economies, as it is integral to achieving breakthroughs in green transformation."

By establishing clear and comprehensive policy frameworks devoid of political intervention, the private sector can easily contribute, using its flexibility and expertise in numerous technical solutions to serve the business and commercial sectors, Oung said.