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May 19, 2026
High oil prices reignite rooftop solar demand as Thailand, Vietnam take different paths
Rising international fuel prices and supportive government policies have fueled growing interest in rooftop solar across Southeast Asia, particularly in countries such as Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
May 18, 2026EVN plans nearly 270 MW floating solar expansion in Vietnam’s hydropower hub
EVNGENCO1 plans USD 167M across three reservoir floating solar projects totalling 270 MW, building on Vietnam's first 47.5 MWp Da Mi plant. Masdar's 300 MWp Malaysia project signals regional scale-up.
May 14, 2026Malaysia’s EI Power heads for Bursa ACE listing on rising data center demand
EI Power Bhd hits Bursa ACE Market with 98% Q1 revenue from data center power systems and MYR 99.9M order book. Thailand tenders worth MYR 75.3M signal first regional push. Read more on RECCESSARY.
May 12, 2026China’s clean tech exporters ride global energy shock as ASEAN becomes manufacturing base
China's solar exports doubled in March as 50 countries hit record imports. BYD, Chery, Gotion, and Sungrow are simultaneously building Southeast Asia factories. Read more on RECCESSARY.
May 11, 2026Thailand pushes green loans, one-stop permitting for 500 MW residential rooftop solar
Thailand has raised its rooftop solar buyback quota from 90 MW to 500 MW at THB 2.20/kWh under 10-year contracts, while PEA and MEA move to consolidate permits into a one-stop service.
May 04, 2026Middle East conflict fuels Malaysia demand for portable solar, sending prices up 20%
Since February, portable solar power station prices in Malaysia have risen 20% and monthly sales have jumped fivefold as households hedge against power disruptions and rising electricity tariffs.
May 04, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Indonesia backs large-scale solar plan; Thailand rooftop solar reform expands household access
Southeast Asia’s sustainability agenda this week focused on progress in energy transition policies.
April 28, 2026Indonesia’s $30 billion solar export ambition to Singapore tested by policy risks
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara is planning to invest $30 billion to export solar power to Singapore, but progress may hinge on overcoming persistent financing challenges.
April 27, 2026Rising power prices accelerate rooftop solar adoption in Singapore, Thailand
Volatility in global energy prices is underscoring the economic appeal of rooftop solar across Southeast Asia. In Singapore, solar providers report a surge in residential inquiries and faster decision-making among homeowners.
April 17, 2026Philippines sets new microgrid rules as largest rural electrification project breaks ground
The Philippines has issued new ERC microgrid guidelines covering cost recovery and 24/7 service mandates, while WEnergy Global's Maharlika Consortium breaks ground on 24 off-grid microgrids serving 50,000 people across Palawan, Cebu, and Quezon.