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October 19, 2023
Panasonic becomes first in Penang to operate net-zero carbon emission plant
Japanese electronics giant Panasonic has announced that its automotive systems factory in Penang, Malaysia is now operating as a net-zero carbon emission plant.
October 19, 2023Energy transition in five key Southeast Asian markets
Southeast Asia is home to some of the world’s fastest-growing economies. As energy demand grows, the region is turning to renewable energy to not only to sustain economic growth but also to safeguard its energy security.
October 17, 2023Industry predicts a ‘long road’ ahead for hydrogen viability in the Philippines
Hydrogen is expected to play a crucial role in driving the green energy transition in the Philippines, although it will take some time before it becomes cost-effective, as analysts have noted.
October 17, 2023Malaysia to implement regulations for large power users
Malaysia’s Parliament on passed a law on 11 October that will require the biggest energy consumers to implement power-saving measures, as it looks to reduce its energy consumption and carbon emissions.
October 13, 2023Masdar invest $8B for 10GW renewables projects in Malaysia
Clean energy developer Masdar has inked a MoU with Malaysian Investment Development Authority to invest $8 billion in up to 10 GW of renewable energy projects in Malaysia.
October 12, 2023Indonesia to unveil $20 billion energy transition investment plan next month
Indonesia plans to unveil its $20 billion energy transition investment plan next month as Jakarta works to address issues related to funding and the energy mix for the initiative.
October 12, 2023Singapore renewables firm plans massive battery project in Indonesia
Renewable developer Morrison & Co. has begun discussions with possible partners for a massive battery project in Indonesia aimed at weaning Singapore off natural gas.
October 11, 2023EVN cooperate with JERA to realize carbon-neutral
The EVN the JERA signed a MOU on cooperation towards decarbonization with ammonia and hydrogen co-burning technology. Vietnam will not develop coal power plants after 2030. However, the increased power consumption makes this Vietnam's biggest power compa
October 11, 2023Malakoff inks deal with MMC to develop 500MW solar projects in Malaysia
Malakoffis expected to invest RM2.5 billion to develop 500 MW of solar projects within the Albukhary Group of Companies over five years.
October 11, 2023Electric Vehicles are powering Indonesia’s green IPO boom
Indonesia emerged as one of the world’s strongest markets for IPOs this year. Part of the reasons is the intensive rush to transition from fossil fuels and into green energy.