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April 21, 2025
Vietnam identifies over 1,000 GW of wind potential in exclusive economic zone
With over 3,000 kilometers of coastline, Vietnam holds significant potential for wind power generation. On April 18, Vietnamese authorities released a new report estimating the country’s wind power potential within its exclusive economic zone.
April 01, 2025
Vietnam’s FIT policy overhaul triggers industry bankruptcy fears
Vietnam’s government is conducting a comprehensive review of its feed-in tariff (FIT) regulations, a move that could significantly cut revenue for some operating renewable energy projects. This has sparked concern among industry players, who have filed a
March 06, 2025
Vietnam grants up to 12 years of fee exemptions for green energy projects
The Vietnamese government has introduced a new electricity decree, prioritizing the promotion of power generation projects using renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power, as well as energy storage systems.
February 17, 2025
Germany election 2025: Front-runner Merz’s ambiguity on climate, energy raises concerns
The conservative CDU leader Friedrich Merz is widely tipped to become Germany’s next chancellor – but remains ambiguous on a range of policy fields, notably on energy and climate.
February 10, 2025
Updated: Vietnam postpones 6 GW offshore wind goal to 2031-2035
Vietnam's offshore wind power development has come to a standstill, as the latest draft revision of the country’s National Power Development Plan 8 (PDP8) extends the 6 GW offshore wind target from 2030 to the 2031–2035 period.
February 04, 2025
Could China provide the renewable energy investment Indonesia needs?
Despite pledges for greater cooperation, obstacles hinder the rapid expansion of renewable energy investment.
January 21, 2025
What does a second Trump presidency mean for the ocean?
Some fear the wannabe whale psychiatrist heading for the White House will undo progress on climate action and marine protection.
January 13, 2025
Why China’s clean energy need not fear US tariffs
Compared to its other export industries, China’s cleantech is much less vulnerable to Trump administration trade measures.
December 11, 2024
BP, JERA merge offshore wind businesses to spread investment risk
BP and JERA announced on Dec. 9 that they plan to invest $5.8 billion by the end of 2030 to integrate their respective offshore wind businesses through a joint venture.
November 04, 2024
Grid interconnectivity is critical to ASEAN’s energy transition, Ember says
But the ‘hardware’ of energy infrastructure must be accompanied by just and inclusive approaches, write two energy analysts.