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September 21, 2023
Singapore’s energy demand drives expansion of ASEAN's renewable power grid
Renewable energy deals are spreading across Southeast Asia as the region works to transition away from fossil fuels, with electricity-hungry Singapore as a driving power.
September 21, 2023Indonesia targets to build homegrown EV by 2025
Indonesia has asked a Chinese carmaker to help it build a homegrown electric vehicle by 2025 or 2026, according to a senior minister.
September 20, 2023Sabah to launch 17-year energy plan to address power supply challenges
Sabah draws a 17-year plan that is meant to tackle the state’s chronic power issues while also establishing a long-term action plan for energy industry.
September 20, 2023Singapore’s first electric cargo vessel to sail in Q4, targeting net zero in marine industry
Singapore’s first electric cargo vessel is scheduled to begin trials and launch in the fourth quarter to support the electrification of marine craft.
September 19, 2023Amazon makes first investment in DAC technology
Amazon announced that it will help fund the direct air capture technology by purchasing 250,000 tons of carbon removal over the next decade.
September 19, 2023Lego first carbon-neutral plant in Vietnam to begin operations in H2 next year
LEGO said its new $1 billion plant in Vietnam will begin operations in the second half of 2024. This will be LEGO’s first carbon-neutral factory, powered by solar energy.
September 18, 2023ACEN forms new partnership for renewable energy project in Indonesia
ACEN announced that its subsidiary had agreed with Indonesian company to explore potential renewable energy projects in Indonesia.
September 18, 2023Indonesia power plant to use green ammonia, green hydrogen as fuel for the first time
The Java 9 and 10 SCR power plant is preparing to become the first hybrid power plant to use green ammonia and green hydrogen in its production process to support net zero.
September 18, 2023Malaysia aims to boost cooperation in green technology with Japan and South Korea
Malaysia’s PM said that climate change poses a significant global threat. To comat climate crises, the country is seeking to enhance cooperation in green technologies with Japan and South Korea.
September 13, 2023EGAT to announce Utility Green Tariff to attract renewable energy investment
Thailand is expected to announce a new energy price structure around the end of this year or early 2024 to attract businesses to invest in renewable energy projects.