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October 23, 2023
Vietnam boosts green electricity imports to strengthen power supply
Vietnam is pursuing electricity imports from neighboring countries in response to concerns about power shortage concerns for the near future. Vietnam Electricity (EVN) began the construction of the Monsoon - Thanh My 500kV transmission line project on Sep
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 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, 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 05, 2023TNB drives Malaysia’s green transition with 3 NETR flagship project
Malaysia's TNB is making significant progress in its pledge to drive large-scale renewable energy and clean technology initiatives, spearheading three flagship projects as outlined in the NETR.
September 28, 2023PLN NP, Masdar plan to expand the size of ASEAN’s largest floating solar plant
PLN Nusantara Power and UAE’s Masdar have agreed to develop phase II of the Cirata floating PV power plant in Indonesia by up to 500MW, in a major expansion to the largest FPV plant in Southeast Asia.
September 27, 2023Experts urge a legal framework for Vietnam’s green electricity export opportunities
Several Southeast Asian countries have expressed interest in purchasing Vietnam's renewable energy. Therefore, some have urged the government to establish a legal framework for energy trading.
September 27, 2023Indonesian geothermal giants prepare IPO successively on local stock exchange
Indonesia’s PT Barito Renewables energy Tbk is preparing an IPO on the Indonesian stock exchange, following PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy Tbk, another geothermal operator that entered the market earlier this year.
September 26, 2023Malaysia firm gets 12MWp solar project in Vietnam, explores wind power opportunities
Solarvest said it has acquired rooftop solar projects totaling 12.8 MWp in Vietnam, with another 100 MWp being tendered in the country.
September 21, 2023Singapore’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.