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November 30, 2023
METI joins EGAT developing hydrogen and ammonia fuel
METI of Japan, in collaboration with the EGAT and three leading Japanese companies, has initiated a feasibility study for the production of clean hydrogen and ammonia on the land owned by EGAT in Thailand.
November 23, 2023Taiwan circular economy forum explores sustainability solutions
The 2023 Taiwan Circular Economy Forum held during the Sustainable Taiwan Expo in Kaohsiung from Nov. 22 to 24 brought together experts across industries to discuss challenges and solutions to build a green supply chain.
November 21, 2023EVN's electricity prices raised again, steel and cement industries fell into dilemma
Vietnam has increased electricity prices twice within a year to improve the cash flow and repay ability of EVN, which has a positive impact on the whole power sector. However, the production costs of steel and cement have risen as well.
November 16, 2023Indonesia advances CCS partnership with US oil giants, eyes petrochemical project
Indonesia's state energy firm, Pertamina, along with U.S. oil majors Exxon Mobil and Chevron Corp, is progressing in their discussions to invest in carbon capture facilities.
November 13, 2023Japan, Korea to set up hydrogen, ammonia supply network, says Nikkei
Japan and South Korea will establish a supply chain for hydrogen and ammonia fuels and leaders of two countries will announce the framework on Nov. 17 in the U.S., where they are expected to join the APEC meeting.
November 13, 2023Vietnam prepares for carbon tariffs in 2025 for net-zero target
As carbon taxes and credits become more prevalent across global markets, Vietnam is seeking ways to demonstrate its responsibility in decarbonization and help local businesses adapt to change.
November 07, 2023Taiwanese investors pledge over P20B for green energy in Philippines
Philippine Economic Zone Authority said on Nov. 3 that it has secured P20.6 billion (US$365 million) worth of investment leads and pledges from Taiwanese investors for developing green energy and sustainable enterprises.
November 07, 2023Taiwan’s first net-zero institute opens in Kaohsiung
The Net-Zero Institute, Taiwan’s first academy dedicated to cultivating green talents, has opened on Nov. 6 at the Kaohsiung Software Technology Park.
November 01, 2023Indonesia expected new regulation to allow cross-border carbon storage
Indonesia is finalizing a regulation that will open up carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects to more industries and allow greenhouse gases from other countries to be stored in Indonesia, a government official said on Oct. 31.
October 26, 2023Lotte, SK Group sign MoU to boost carbon capture development
South Korea’s SK Group subsidiaries SK IE Technology Co., SK Innovation Co. and Lotte Chemical have announced their partnership by signing a memorandum of understanding on Oct. 23 with the goal of entering the carbon capture market.