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Taiwan’s government is considering a mechanism to separate surplus electricity from renewable energy certificates (RECs), under which excess power would flow back to the grid free of charge while developers retain the certificates for separate allocation.

Thailand has raised its rooftop solar buyback quota from 90 MW to 500 MW at THB 2.20/kWh under 10-year contracts, while PEA and MEA move to consolidate permits into a one-stop service.

Microsoft is reportedly reconsidering its 100/100/0 hourly clean energy target as emissions rise 23.4% above its 2020 baseline and data center spending approaches USD 190 billion.

As the region plunges deeper into an energy crisis, the way out could lie in a determined move towards EV adoption and reduced reliance on oil and gas imports.

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) continues to play an indispensable role in the country’s power market liberalization. Yet, increasing market participation and strengthening competition mechanisms also challenge EVN’s traditional position in the sector.

Nations are “back on track” to adopt a framework for curbing global shipping emissions, following the latest International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) meeting in London, UK.

For corporate buyers, Vietnam’s DPPA framework still lacks sufficient clarity at this stage. Combined with the introduction of the two-component electricity pricing mechanism, many companies are now reassessing their green power procurement strategies.

Nuclear power is re-entering Southeast Asia’s energy planning. At a May 5 webinar hosted by the ISEAS, experts highlighted that although Vietnam and the Philippines both seek nuclear power to decarbonize their grids, their focus remains distinct.

Interviews conducted by RECCESSARY with multiple investors and developers found that opaque regulations, limited access to power data, and policy instability remain the biggest obstacles.

Since February, portable solar power station prices in Malaysia have risen 20% and monthly sales have jumped fivefold as households hedge against power disruptions and rising electricity tariffs.