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July 08, 2024
Malaysia's investment in Vietnam's coal plant sparks criticism
Malaysia’s EXIM Bank announced a cross-sea investment in Vietnam's Song Hau 2 coal-fired power plant, raising industry concerns about violating government energy transition and decarbonization commitments.
July 04, 2024Vietnam's direct power purchase agreement marks green energy milestone
The Vietnamese government officially passed the "Direct Power Purchase Agreement" (DPPA) on the 3rd, allowing large electricity consumers to procure green energy directly from the national grid or independent grids, bypassing Vietnam Electricity (EVN).
July 04, 2024Taiwan's green energy, smart mobility solutions shine at ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week
Several Taiwanese companies exhibited their innovative green energy and smart mobility products at the ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week from July 3 to 5, capturing business opportunities in Southeast Asia's energy transition.
July 04, 2024Vietnam liberalizes direct purchase of green electricity by enterprises
To attract more renewable energy investments and meet the industry's demand for clean energy,Vietnam government officially passed the “direct power purchase agreement" (DPPA) on the 3rd.
July 03, 2024ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week sheds light on EV technologies, energy storage solutions
ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week took place from July 3 to 5 in Bangkok, Thailand, featuring over 1,400 global energy brands showcasing the latest in electric vehicle technology and energy storage solutions and expected to attract 28,000 visitors.
July 02, 2024Indonesian gold mining firm achieves 100% green energy use for four consecutive years
Indonesian gold mining company Masmindo Dwi Area (MDA) has achieved the goal of using 100% green energy for four consecutive years. This accomplishment is mainly based on Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) issued by the state-owned electricity company PL
July 01, 2024Thailand's development of "plastic roads": a sustainable infrastructure innovation
Plastic is primarily composed of high-carbon fossil fuels, with annual carbon emissions equivalent to 600 coal-fired power plants. Due to its resistance to natural decomposition, recycling and reuse have become critical issues.
June 27, 2024Malaysia to phase out coal-fired power plants by 2044 for net-zero ambitions
Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister revealed the country's timeline for phasing out coal-fired power plants to achieve its net-zero commitment by 2050. By 2035, Malaysia aims to reduce its coal power plants by half and retire all of them by 2044.
June 26, 2024Philippines overtakes Vietnam, Indonesia in renewable energy investments: Progress at a glance
The Philippines government has clear policies for attracting investment in renewable energy, with a current prospective utility scale of 99 GW in wind and solar projects. However, the Philippines will need to overcome a series of challenges in its future
June 25, 2024Singtel expands internal carbon pricing policy to drive down emissions
Singapore's Singtel has announced the expansion of its internal carbon pricing policy. Going forward, any project with total carbon emissions exceeding 100 tons will be subject to a carbon price of SGD 50 per ton (about USD 37).