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Vietnam’s new time-of-use tariffs are forcing a rethink of RTS plus BESS strategies
Vietnam's Decision 963 concentrates peak pricing into a single 17:30–22:30 evening window, upending the economics of rooftop solar paired with battery storage (RTS+BESS) and stretching payback periods from 6–9 years to as long as 8–15 years.
May 20, 2026
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Vietnam's energy transition: A looming regulatory storm in the shadow of DPPA
Vietnam’s renewable energy sector is caught in a strange, somewhat contradictory moment. On one hand, the long-awaited Direct Power Purchase Agreement (DPPA) framework finally went live in March. By lowering the barriers for entry, it felt like the indust
March 13, 2026
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Challenges and opportunities for ASEAN's regional REC system
ASEAN countries, with abundant renewable energy sources, have long been hoping to draw on the EU's Guarantees of Origins (GoOs) to develop a regional REC system that can capitalize on the strengths of each member country.
August 26, 2023
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Green finance development in Southeast Asia
In the face of escalating climate change, energy transition has become an urgent issue, which should be addressed through shifting towards sustainable and environmentally friendly energy sources. During the transition process, green finance plays a key ro
July 28, 2023
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Impact of 24/7 clean energy on green energy market in Asia Pacific
According to Our World in Data, energy use accounts for 73.2% of the total carbon emissions. Such a high proportion has made renewable energy the key to achieving net zero emissions and has driven governments and companies to set 100% renewables target.
June 30, 2023
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Renewable energy market trend and procurement options in Southeast Asia for 2023
This article aims to provide businesses with an overview of the current market situation and procurement methods for renewable energy in Southeast Asia, which can serve as a reference for establishing their plants in the region.
April 18, 2023
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Class 3 renewables potential in Southeast Asia: Geothermal energy in Indonesia
Both Indonesia and the Philippines have abundant geothermal resources. Indonesia, in particular, has the greatest potential in Southeast Asia.
March 20, 2023
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Class 3 renewables potential in Southeast Asia: Biomass energy in Thailand
It is nearly impossible for businesses to achieve 100% renewable energy use (RE100) depending solely on wind or solar energy, especially with the bundled REC mechanism and 24/7 use of renewable energy. Therefore, most companies that have completed RE100
March 20, 2023