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A quick recap of Christopher Lim's best picks of 2018 and a look at some of the possible launches we can expect in 2019.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transitioning from fossil fuels to alternative energy solutions will not happen overnight.
In fact, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency or IRENA - over USD 24 trillion of global investment must be redirected from fossil fuels to energy transition technologies.
Here in Southeast Asia - renewable power, grids and transition-related power technologies and infrastructure alone require over USD 5 trillion by 2050.
To take a deeper dive into funding the energy transition - Host, Rachel Kelly speaks with Audra Low, CEO from Clifford Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The move to a lower-emission future requires multiple solutions that can be implemented at scale to address some of the highest-emitting sectors of the economy. This is where ExxonMobil says it is focused - leveraging its experience and long history of meeting vast complex challenges.
Here in Singapore for example - ExxonMobil has embarked on a series of initiatives that have led to energy efficiency gains of more than 25 per cent since 2002.
Rachel Kelly speaks to Geraldine Chin, Chairman and Managing Director, ExxonMobil Asia Pacific to discuss this further. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
By 2025, Asean aims to generate up to 23 per cent of its energy through renewable sources. South-east Asia is already home to several large-scale renewable power projects. Over the past few years, Singapore has increased its solar energy capacity exponentially - but this is only one pillar of the energy mix.
In a special SIEWcast brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week, Money FM 89.3 and ExxonMobil, Rachel Kelly speaks to Mr Koh Chiap Khiong, CEO, Singapore and Southeast Asia, Sembcorp Industries about the future of Singapore’s energy mix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The International Renewable Energy Agency is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future.
This year marks the second Singapore-IRENA High-Level Forum which will focus on much needed investments in the region.
IRENA has highlighted that by 2050, a total of US$33 trillion of additional investment—an increase of 30%—will be required to be on track for a 1.5°C pathway.
Rachel Kelly speaks to Francesco La Camera Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency to find out his vision for the energy landscape in Asia in 2050.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transition - A buzzword that has dominated energy conversations over the last 2 years.
Liquified Natural Gas or LNG is often seen as a valuable source that can power the shift to renewable sources.
To find out more about the key LNG trends Rachel Kelly spoke to Martin Houston, Vice Chairman, Tellurian.
This SIEWcast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3 in Partnership with ExxonMobil. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.
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Singapore aims to reach net zero by or around mid-century - And as the city state commits to doing its part to tackle climate change - the energy sector plays a key role in reaching the country's targets.
Rachel Kelly speaks to Mr Ngiam Shih Chun, Chief Executive, Energy Market Authority as he shares his views on Singapore’s future energy journey.
This SIEWcast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and MONEY FM 89.3 in partnership with ExxonMobil.
01:26: What is Singapore's vision for charting the energy transition to 2050?
04:48: What are some of the key challenges when it comes to reaching energy targets for Singapore?
06:07: What are the opportunities and areas of growth for companies?
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Workday Afternoon's Claressa Monteiro is joined by finance presenter Brian Fernandez on a happy trading day for the local bourse but with an important last ditch Brexit vote in the British Parliament, will sentiment remain upbeat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Singaporeans care about the small things that make daily life better — like clean toilets at our neighbourhood coffeeshops. But when experiences and opinions stay stuck in our heads, it’s hard for policymakers and cleaners to act on them. Enter ReportLah!, a civic tech solution that crowdsources real‑time feedback on public hygiene. On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Benecia Tang and Bernard Heng from ReportLah! to find out how their platform seeks to resolve this problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For years, AI scaling has been defined by compute. In 2026, the constraint is shifting. The network is emerging as a critical bottleneck. As workloads expand across cloud and edge environments, traditional network operations are struggling to keep pace, forcing enterprises to rethink how systems are designed and managed. On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Carlos Gómez Gallego, Chief Technology Officer - APJ Region, HPE Networking to find out how organisations are responding and if autonomous networks are ready for real-world deployment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Companies are pouring money into AI, cloud and cybersecurity tools. Here's the question: Do they actually understand what’s happening inside their own systems anymore? There’s now a term for solving this - “deep observability”, which promises to give organisations a clearer view of what’s happening inside their systems. Lynlee Foo speaks with Ian Farquhar, Security Chief Technology Officer, Gigamon to find out if this is a real shift in how companies manage their technology or just another layer adding to the complexity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Singapore remains one of the world’s most resilient cities but a slight dip in the latest global rankings points to a bigger shift underway. Across the world, mid-sized and fast-moving cities are climbing fast, as investors rethink what makes a city truly “resilient”, and investable. Is it still about stability? Or is adaptability, talent, and infrastructure now driving the next wave of growth? On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Paul Tostevin, Head of Savills World Research, Savillsto unpack how global capital is being reallocated and what it means for Singapore’s position in an increasingly competitive landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Even when businesses are growing, hiring isn’t always keeping up. In today’s uncertain global environment, shaped by geopolitical tensions, cost pressures and rapid advances in AI, companies are becoming more cautious about how they expand. Hiring is more targeted, investment is more disciplined, and productivity is taking priority over headcount. On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Vincent Chin, Global Vice Chair, Public Sector Practice, at Boston Consulting Group, on what he’s seeing across industries in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Vincent shares how companies are navigating uncertainty, why hiring is becoming more selective, where demand for jobs still exists, and how AI and automation are reshaping the way businesses grow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From 1 April 2026, app stores in Singapore will start verifying the age of users under 18 — using tools like facial scans, government IDs, and even online behaviour. The goal is to prevent minors from accessing apps with inappropriate content. But it also raises a bigger question: Are we moving toward a safer internet or a more controlled one? On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Sarah Koh, Journalist from The Straits Times to find out where do we draw the line between protection and privacy as these safeguards roll out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Singapore, National Service is often seen as a rite of passage — but for two NSFs, it also became a launchpad for innovation. Lived experiences in NS inspired the creation of ORD+, a homegrown app designed to help servicemen manage fitness, finances and personal growth. On Good Tech, Nazirul Asrar speaks to Ryan Jee and Jonas Wu, Co-Founders of ORD+ App to find out how technology is transforming everyday challenges in NS, and what does this say about a new generation turning constraints into opportunities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As mass participation fitness events gain momentum across Asia, a new wave of competition is reshaping how people engage with exercise. Once confined to gyms or casual workouts, fitness is increasingly becoming experiential, social, and performance-driven. Events like HYROX are leading this shift—blending endurance racing with functional workouts to create a format that is accessible yet competitive for everyday athletes. On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to William Petty, Regional Events Manager (Southeast Asia), HYROX to find out what is powering the rise of competitive fitness events across the region, and why cities like Singapore are emerging as key hubs for these mass participation formats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We don’t think about connectivity… until it stops working. And when it does, even briefly, everything else starts to unravel. In the wake of the recent Singtel outages, a big question comes to mind: just how dependent have we become on being always connected? On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Irene Tham, Technology Editor, The Straits Times to find out what happens when our society goes full digital without alternative options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Customer experience is becoming a critical battleground for businesses but despite heavy investment in AI, results have been uneven. Still, AI is reshaping customer experience operations, and this breeds a new issue in which ising scam risks are adding new layers of complexity to customer interactions. On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to CK Tan, APJ Innovation Officer, Singapore, ServiceNow to find out why many organisations are struggling to translate technology into better service outcomes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a sector as complex and critical as maritime logistics, innovation often comes from deep industry expertise—but what happens when fresh eyes step in? Docky.AI is a live, AI-driven prototype built using Singapore’s Maritime Digital Twin, designed to visualise and monitor ship movements and anchorage flow in real time. Their solution aims to improve efficiency across one of Singapore’s busiest and most vital ecosystems—its ports. On Good Tech, Lynlee Foo speaks to Zhou Chenyu, Co-Creator of Docky.AI to find out how this tech improves the workflows of the maritime industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Recent market moves have shown just how quickly sentiment can shift when uncertainty rises. And increasingly, one place where those shifts are reflected in real-time is in ETF flows. Across Singapore and Asia, investors are using ETFs more actively not just by retail investors, but by institutions adjusting exposures, managing risk and navigating volatility. On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Kunhee Park, ETF Equities Investment Strategist, State Street Investment Management to find out what these flows are signalling about how markets are reacting right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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