Dr Vinod Thomas is a Visiting Senior Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, and was previously a Visiting Professor at the National University of Singapore. He is a Distinguished Fellow in Development Management at the Asian Institute of Management, Manila, and a member of the advisory panel on climate change at CSEP, New Delhi. His current work concerns risk and resilience, new directions in evaluation, climate change and sustainable development, inclusion, and welfare.
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Articles by Vinod Thomas (9)
Pulling Hanoi from the Pollution Precipice
Vinod Thomas
Hanoi’s air pollution crisis demands action in emission regulation, waste management, and climate mitigation.
Southeast Asia Should Take the Lead in Tackling the AI Climate Conundrum
Vinod Thomas
Artificial intelligence can help resolve climate change problems, but only if the massive energy consumed by data centres comes from green sources.
Southeast Asia’s Growth Strategies: Business-As-Usual, “Degrowth”, or a Third Way?
Vinod Thomas
In the face of climate change, Southeast Asian countries could choose between three growth strategies. Business as usual ignores environmental concerns, degrowth risks high social costs. A third path of truly sustainable growth presents the best option.
Possibilities in Malaysia’s Difficult Path to a Low-Carbon Economy
Vinod Thomas
Malaysia’s climate action commitments are vital, but difficult to achieve. A three-pronged approach opens possibilities to be a low-carbon economy.
Vietnam’s High-Potential Energy Transition Needs Clear Policy And Clean Government
Vinod Thomas
Vietnam’s green growth commitments crucially depend on expanding renewable energy and replacing coal. The country must seize the rich opportunities on hand and manage the transition with a clear plan and effective, corruption-free administration.