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January 31, 2024
Electricity demand from data centers, AI seen doubling by 2026
According to the latest report from IEA, global electricity demand from data centers, cryptocurrencies and artificial intelligence could more than double over the next three years, equivalent to Germany’s entire power needs.
January 30, 202418% of Singapore’s new cars are EVs, fast charging is expanding
Singapore continues to advance the electric vehicle infrastructure, as the Ministry of Sustainability and Environment (MSE) announced that one-third of the car parks under Housing and Department board (HDB) are now equipped with fast-charging stations.
January 30, 2024Geely’s new EV is capable of charging another electric vehicle
A Chinese automaker is proposing new technology that enables an electric car to be partially recharged from another car’s battery, provided both are equipped with the same bidirectional charging system.
January 30, 2024Indonesia advances green initiative with 50 MW solar power plant for new capital
The Indonesian government remains devoted to its commitment of establishing an eco-friendly National Capital City (IKN), with a focus on sustainable practices. A crucial step in this direction involves the implementation of 50MW Solar Power Plants.
January 29, 2024Thai PTT new CEO keeps an eye on 5 expansion plans
Thai PTT, the largest national oil conglomerate in Thailand, approved the appointment of Kongkrapan Intarajang, the current CEO of PTT Global Chemical (PTT GC), as the 11th CEO of the group, succeeding Athapol Lerkpaibul In last Friday's (1/25) board meet
January 29, 2024HCMC calls for investment in 28 green projects
Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) Government held “The Green Growth Development Investment Promotion Conference” and presented 28 green projects with an estimated total investment of VND 16 trillion (about USD 66 billion). There are over 200 people including global
January 25, 2024Analysts lowered EU carbon price forecasts due to weak power sector demand
Analysts have cut price forecasts for European Union carbon permits for 2024 to 2026, predicting that weak demand from power plants and sluggish industrial demand will impact the market.
January 25, 2024SolarEdge slashes 900 jobs amid plunging demand
Israeli solar inverter manufacturer SolarEdge Technologies announced a strategic organizational adjustment aimed at reducing their operational costs. The company plans to implement global workforce reduction of 900 employees, equivalent to 16% of its tota
January 25, 2024Malaysian government approves 22 renewable energy projects from biogas, biomass
The Ministry of Energy Transition and Public Utilities in Malaysia, through the SEDA, has approved the development for the implementation of 22 renewable energy projects from biogas and biomass, with a total capacity of 36.534 MW.
January 24, 2024Closing Philippine coal plants 5 years earlier could cut 290 million tons of CO2
Terminating coal plants in the Philippines five years before original retirement date could prevent the release of 290 million tons of carbon emissions, as indicated a report from climate tech thinkthank TransitionZero.