Rapid industrialization has made Asia a global hashtag#manufacturing giant, but also the source of 53% of global CO₂ emissions. Now, major corporate buyers are tightening sustainability standards for their suppliers. Failing to meet these thresholds could mean exclusion from lucrative supply chains.
The message to manufacturers is clear: Going green isn’t just about saving the planet, it’s also about staying in the game!
Take our portfolio company Ampotech - their AI-powered IoT solutions are helping manufacturers cut waste and costs, streamline performance, and boost efficiency with real-time analytics and actionable insights - from Singaporean logistics hubs to Vietnamese ports.
Then there’s the game-changing power of technology. Blockchain, for instance, is revolutionizing how we trace product origins. De Beers developed Tracr, a blockchain platform that tracks diamonds from mine to retailer. Walmart asked its lettuce suppliers to use blockchain to trace produce back to the farm. Now imagine a Vietnamese clothing manufacturer using blockchain to verify the source of cotton or an Indian electronics producer tracing parts through their supply chain. Beyond transparency, this technology builds trust with consumers and levels the playing field, allowing local manufacturers to compete with global giants.
Comments