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May 06, 2025
Japan accelerates clean energy cooperation with ASEAN countries
In recent weeks, Japan has stepped up its clean energy collaboration with ASEAN nations, highlighted by former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visits to Indonesia and Malaysia on behalf of the Asia Zero Emissions Community (AZEC).
May 05, 2025Indonesia eyes 10 GW in nuclear capacity by 2030 as foreign interest grows
To boost its low-carbon energy mix, the Indonesian government plans to sign agreements for 10 GW of nuclear power capacity within the next five years.
May 05, 2025Geothermal energy heats up: Google bets on Taiwan as Trump’s policy clears the way
The geothermal energy sector is gaining fresh momentum in Asia, as Google recently signed its first geothermal power purchase agreement (PPA) in the region—with Taiwan—marking a major milestone for the region’s clean energy transition.
May 02, 2025Australia election focuses on clean energy and nuclear debate
Australia's federal election has brought a stark contrast in energy policies between the two major political coalitions. The ruling Labor Party plans to ramp up investments in renewable energy—focusing on wind, solar, and battery storage—while the opposit
April 25, 2025Canada election 2025: What the manifestos say on nature, energy and climate
On 28 April, Canadians will go to the polls to vote for the next prime minister. The election comes after Justin Trudeau stepped down as leader of the Liberal Party of Canada in January following nine years leading the party as prime minister.
April 24, 2025IEA summit: Global leaders address energy security risks amid geopolitical tensions
The International Energy Agency (IEA) is holding a two-day summit on the Future of Energy Security in London starting April 24, with a focus on climate security, critical minerals, and clean energy supply.
April 24, 2025Philippines fights extreme heat with early school holidays, remote learning
To cope with extreme heat driven by climate change, the Philippines has taken decisive steps to protect its students, including starting school vacations earlier this year.
April 18, 2025How China is managing rising energy demand from data centers
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies has driven the “surging” growth of data centers in China, with associated increases in energy demand and emissions.
April 18, 2025Trump's tariffs threaten growth for Southeast Asia’s clean energy startups
U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs have sparked concern across the clean energy industry. For fledgling startups in countries like Indonesia and Vietnam, the resulting disruption to global supply chains could be the final straw.
April 16, 2025China releases its first green sovereign bonds in London
Experts say the bonds will attract international investment in China’s green transition, bringing private funding and boosting international climate cooperation.