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November 13, 2024
Cross-border power grids: ASEAN’s lessons for Taiwan’s energy transition
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the world needs to add or upgrade over 80 million kilometers of power grids by 2040 to facilitate the energy transition. Taiwan, too, is part of this global challenge, particularly with recent discussion
November 13, 2024Imbalance of power: Women at international climate negotiations
Women’s representation at UN climate conferences has barely improved in 30 years, particularly women from South Asia.
November 12, 2024Who wants what at the COP29 climate change summit?
Nations are gathering in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the latest round of UN climate talks, where they will be tasked with setting a target for channelling climate finance into developing countries.
November 11, 2024Thailand to add 3 more large-scale pumped storage hydropower plants
To mitigate the impact of intermittent wind and solar power generation, the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) plans to invest 90 billion Thai baht (approximately 2.6 billion USD) in expanding pumped-storage hydropower plants at three dam
November 11, 2024Vietnam’s new rooftop solar decree sparks investor concerns over implementation
The Vietnamese government’s recent decree promotes self-consumption rooftop solar power, but unclear regulations complicate the application process for investors.
November 08, 2024Developers urge 2025 FiT inclusion as Taiwan's floating offshore wind plans face delays
The Ministry of Economic Affairs had initially planned to release a draft for its floating offshore wind farm demonstration program by year's end. However, the timeline may face further delays as discussions over incentive mechanisms continue internally.
November 08, 2024Climate finance tensions loom over COP29 as developed nations urge new contributors
Ahead of COP29, reports have emerged that countries such as the United States and members of the European Union are pushing to expand the list of contributors, requesting countries like Singapore to assume part of the financial responsibility.
November 07, 2024Malaysia considers grid deregulation to support green energy exports, EV infrastructure
Malaysia is also exploring the possibility of opening up green energy exports and plans to expand its national grid to meet the growing demand for clean electricity, particularly for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, said Deputy Prime Minister.
November 06, 2024Vietnam proposes revised Electricity Law to attract energy transition investments
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) of Vietnam recently proposed a draft revision of the Electricity Law, which is expected to attract investments ranging from $70 to $80 billion USD.
November 06, 2024How COP29 host Azerbaijan could boost growth through climate action?
Azerbaijan’s economy is highly dependent on fossil-fuel exports, making its economic prospects vulnerable to rising emissions-cutting ambition around the world.