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April 26, 2024
ACEN to invest $15 billion to expand renewable power capacity
ACEN Corp., the energy arm of Philippine conglomerate Ayala Corp., anticipates investing $15 billion to expand its renewable power generation capacity to 20,000 MW by 2030.
April 25, 2024Thai renewable energy firms form strategic alliance for waste-to-energy projects
Four renewable energy companies in Thailand have announced the formation of a strategic alliance to jointly invest in waste-to-energy projects. They plan to construct a total of 12 power plants with a combined installed capacity of 96 MW.
April 25, 2024Vietnam's wind power industry upbeat despite regulatory delays, report says
According to the 2024 Global Wind Energy Report, Vietnam's wind power industry showed signs of hope in 2023 after a challenging year. It also calls on the government to accelerate the formulation of regulations through inter-ministerial tasks.
April 25, 2024Study to explore Singapore’s geothermal potential set to begin later this year
A S$16 million two-year nationwide study to assess Singapore’s geothermal power potential expected to commence in the second half of 2024, according to the Energy Market Authority (EMA).
April 24, 2024Micro hydro power plant brings light to village in West Java
The Gununghalu village, situated in Indonesia's West Bandung Regency in West Java, serves as an exemplary model for achieving renewable energy independence, with implications applicable worldwide.
April 23, 2024Indonesia expected to introduce new law to stimulate carbon trading market
To fully unleash the potential of the carbon credit market, Indonesian government plans to speed up the review of relevant regulations and introduce new laws in June.
April 23, 2024Carbon capture can help reduce Singapore’s emissions, but huge challenges remain
The Singapore government has said that it will boost research and development in carbon capture and storage (CCS). However, to scale up the technology, there are still many obstacles, leading some question whether CCS can be a long-term solution.
April 19, 2024Indonesia president, former UK Prime Minister explore renewable investment in Nusantara
Indonesia President Joko Widodo and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair engaged in discussions on 18th regarding investment opportunities in the new capital of Indonesia, Nusantara, for the development of renewable energy and Carbon Capture and Stora
April 18, 2024Transition credits need to be at least $30 to hasten coal phase-out: CIX chief
Mikkel Larsen, CEO of Climate Impact X, suggested that the pricing of transition credits should start at $30 per ton to effectively encourage the early retirement of coal-fired power plants while ensuring fairness in the transition to green energy.
April 18, 2024Concerns arise as Indonesia JETP progresses slowly in coal transition
After nearly 18 months, Indonesia's efforts to expedite its shift towards clean energy are stalling, with minimal progress made in phasing out coal plants.