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May 21, 2024
Small modular reactors gain traction in Southeast Asia to cut emissions
Small modular reactors (SMRs), which are smaller and produce less nuclear waste, are gaining traction, particularly in Thailand and the Philippines.
May 16, 2024
Laos partners with Thailand's Energy Absolute to accelerate renewable energy goals
Laos is ambitiously pursuing renewable energy development, recently announcing a collaboration with Thailand's Energy Absolute (EA) to jointly develop hydropower and electric vehicles. This initiative is expected to boost Laos' revenue within three years.
April 29, 2024
REM Asia taps into supply chain decarbonization, green power market development in Asia-Pacific
The Renewable Energy Markets Asia 2024 (REM Asia) kicked off in Singapore on April 29, exploring the impact of global initiatives and policies on the industry.
April 16, 2024
Green investment resumes growth in Southeast Asia, but falls short of emission reduction targets
Green transformation investment in Southeast Asia has resumed growth, increasing significantly by 20% in 2023. However, it remains far from sufficient to achieve emissions reduction goals.
April 10, 2024
Global oil giants plan to storage huge amounts of CO2 in Southeast Asia
Carbon dioxide storage is emerging as a potential multi-billion-dollar revenue stream for oil giants like Exxon Mobil and Shell, which are under pressure to rein in the unfettered burning of fossil fuels.
April 02, 2024
"Greenflation" leads to downgrading green energy targets in ASEAN countries
"Greenflation" has become a factor to countries in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Vietnam, in lowering their commitments to renewable energy targets. Meanwhile, in Malaysia, the weakening currency is hindering the funding for decarbonization effo
March 15, 2024
Distributed energy source could provide 50% of green power in Southeast Asia: expert
Beyond large-scale projects like power plants, the development of renewable energy sources may find significant traction in rooftop solar and electric vehicles, potentially reshaping the market landscape. Experts suggest that with appropriate policies in
March 12, 2024
Rapid decline of blue carbon in Southeast Asia due to human activity
Southeast Asia’s beaches have long captivated tourist’ attention, yet few have recognized another potential of its vast coastline: the ability of its rich marine life to reach carbon neutrality.
February 23, 2024
Laos’ biggest wind power project may provide excess electricity to Vietnam
The Lao government signed a Project Development Agreement (PDA) in collaboration with SVARE (Savan Vayu Renewable Energy) on Feb. 16. This agreement entails an investment of USD 2 billion to develop Laos' largest wind power project.
February 16, 2024
Floating solar PV emerges as key driver for renewables development in Southeast Asia
Floating solar PV capacity is expected to play a key role in fulfilling Southeast Asia’s overall solar expansion, with countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand well positioned to use their unique geographies to support the technology.