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October 27, 2026
Singapore expands energy investments, cross-border power trade at SIEW 2026
Singapore is accelerating efforts to diversify its energy supply, announcing new projects in geothermal energy, energy storage, low-carbon technologies and power infrastructure as Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) opened on Oct. 26.
October 12, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Report flags high green energy financing costs; ETS Asia spotlights grid and climate tech investment
The high financing costs remain a major barrier to renewable energy development, according to a new ASEAN energy report. Meanwhile, Energy Tech Summit Asia, held in the region for the first time, brought together industry leaders and investors.
October 08, 2026High financing costs hinder Southeast Asia’s energy transition, ASEAN report finds
ASEAN’s energy demand continues to grow, but the region faces an annual investment gap of around USD 405 billion. Renewables currently account for less than 15% of the energy mix, well below the region’s target.
September 08, 2026From waste to geothermal: Philippines steps up push for diverse energy sources
The Philippine government is stepping up efforts to diversify its energy mix, with recent progress in both waste-to-energy and geothermal development. It has named 11 companies eligible to bid for waste-to-energy projects, including major conglomerates.
August 12, 2026After MOUs: Who bears costs of power trade between Singapore and Indonesia, and what role will PLN play?
Singapore and Indonesia signed MOUs for 3.4 GW of low-carbon power trade by 2035, but wheeling charges, subsea cable costs and PLN's role remain unresolved.
July 23, 2026Vietnam lifts rooftop solar export cap, opens DPPAs to data centers despite EVN concerns
Vietnam's Decree 243/2026 raises rooftop solar grid exports from 20% to 50% and formally opens DPPA to data centers. EVN warns retailer expansion risks shifting system costs to other grid users.
July 14, 2026Vietnam’s gas projects stall amid investor claims of unbankability and a renewables pivot
The country has bet on reaching 22.5 GW of LNG by 2030, but unbankable contracts and policy gaps have stalled its plans four years to the deadline. In September 2025, Vietnam’s then prime minister, Pham Minh Chinh, joined the country’s wealthiest person,
July 13, 2026Indonesia to convert diesel surplus into aviation fuel under B50 strategy
Indonesia's B50 mandate displaces conventional diesel demand and could save USD 9.4B in annual foreign exchange. Surplus diesel will be redirected to aviation fuel, with Pertamina-Boeing SAF cooperation underway.
May 07, 2026Vietnam’s power reforms: Can EVN adapt to Vietnam’s new competitive power market?
Vietnam Electricity (EVN) continues to play an indispensable role in the country’s power market liberalization. Yet, increasing market participation and strengthening competition mechanisms also challenge EVN’s traditional position in the sector.
May 06, 2026Vietnam’s power reforms: Why corporate demand for green power is turning cautious despite low renewable costs
For corporate buyers, Vietnam’s DPPA framework still lacks sufficient clarity at this stage. Combined with the introduction of the two-component electricity pricing mechanism, many companies are now reassessing their green power procurement strategies.