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December 10, 2024
Philippines makes significant leap in renewable energy investment, BNEF report reveals
The Philippines ranked among the top two most attractive emerging markets in Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) latest climate survey.
December 03, 2024Geothermal energy development faces challenges in Indonesia, Philippines
Indonesia and the Philippines possess rich geothermal resources. However, high risks and local concerns over safety and environmental impacts hinder financing and industry growth.
December 03, 2024Research raises concerns over fossil fuel technologies in AZEC partnership
A study reveals that more than a third of the collaborations under AZEC involve fossil fuel technologies.
December 02, 2024Indonesia to introduce B40 biodiesel in 2025 amid wood pellet controversy
Indonesia has reached an innovative milestone in bioenergy development, officially confirming that B40 biodiesel, a blend of 40% palm oil and 60% regular diesel, will be introduced starting next year.
December 02, 2024Vietnam restarts Ninh Thuan nuclear project after 8-year suspension
Vietnam's National Assembly has approved the revival of nuclear power, with plans to develop nuclear energy to expand the use of low-carbon energy and achieve the national net-zero target by 2050.
November 28, 2024More Power establishes one-stop service in Iloilo for net metering, DER
To boost the integration of renewable energy into the grid, More Power in the Philippines has been authorized to establish a one-stop service center in Iloilo City, located in the central region of the country.
November 26, 2024Indonesia's ambitious climate pledge sparks attention as challenges loom
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto recently announced an ambitious climate commitment, drawing significant attention and discussion.
November 25, 2024COP29: Four key highlights from the UN climate summit in Baku
After intense debates, an agreement to increase climate financing was reached, though many countries remain dissatisfied with the outcome. In addition to the financing agreement, what other key developments took place at this year's summit?
November 22, 2024Prabowo commits to phasing out all coal plants in Indonesia within 15 years
At the recent G20 summit, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto boldly declared plans to phase out fossil fuels entirely within 15 years and to bring forward the country's net-zero target by 10 years.
November 19, 2024Nuclear plant operator rejects ideas to restart Germany’s reactors on economical grounds
Restarting Germany’s decommissioned nuclear power plants is not a viable option, former plant operator E.ON has said. The company insisted that plans to fully dismantle all plants remain unchanged.