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November 07, 2024
Malaysia considers grid deregulation to support green energy exports, EV infrastructure
Malaysia is also exploring the possibility of opening up green energy exports and plans to expand its national grid to meet the growing demand for clean electricity, particularly for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, said Deputy Prime Minister.
November 06, 2024Vietnam proposes revised Electricity Law to attract energy transition investments
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) of Vietnam recently proposed a draft revision of the Electricity Law, which is expected to attract investments ranging from $70 to $80 billion USD.
November 05, 2024Shell Malaysia plans large-scale solar initiative to achieve net-zero by 2050
Shell Malaysia has unveiled a significant plan to accelerate its transition towards net-zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on installing solar panels across the rooftops of its more than 600 retail sites.
November 04, 2024Japan, Vietnam approve 9 JCM carbon credit projects
Japan and Vietnam have deepened their cooperation based on Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) and issued carbon credits for nine new projects by the end of October.
November 04, 2024Chinese solar plants shift to Indonesia, Laos to evade U.S. tariffs
The effects of the U.S. increasing tariffs on four Southeast Asian countries have become apparent, with Chinese companies in Vietnam's solar sector being forced to cut production and lay off workers.
November 04, 2024Grid interconnectivity is critical to ASEAN’s energy transition, Ember says
But the ‘hardware’ of energy infrastructure must be accompanied by just and inclusive approaches, write two energy analysts.
October 30, 2024Vietnam embraces low-carbon tourism with green initiatives
Vietnam's tourism sector is actively promoting low-carbon travel, with local travel agencies introducing green itineraries aimed at minimizing carbon emissions generated by tourists.
October 30, 2024ALP Forum: How Siam Cement transforms Saraburi into Thailand’s first low-carbon city
The Asia Low Emission Strategic Partnership (ALP) recently held its annual exchange forum in Taiwan, where Thailand’s Siam Cement Group (SCG) shared insights on finding new investment directions in the sustainable decarbonization process.
October 29, 2024Pertamina launches sorghum pilot project for bioethanol production
Indonesia's state-owned oil company, Pertamina, is launching a pilot project for sorghum cultivation to be used as a bioethanol feedstock, thereby reducing reliance on imported wheat and other grains.
October 29, 2024Will Indonesia’s biodiesel push put its climate goals at risk?
Environmentalists warn the plan to increase palm oil content in biodiesel will mean more deforestation, despite its association with renewables.