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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.
October 08, 2024
Will foreign ownership of renewables lead to energy stability in the Philippines?
As the country continues to court foreign investment in clean energy, experts and activists worry that ordinary Filipinos will not see the benefits.
September 23, 2024
Microsoft’s nuclear power deal propels Three Mile Island restart
Constellation Energy recently announced a power purchase agreement with Microsoft to prepare for the restart of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant. However, the plan has not yet received approval from federal, state, and local governments.
September 19, 2024
Can the Fed’s rate cut spark growth in renewable energy?
The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by 50 basis points and suggested further reductions to come. The news immediately reverberated in the U.S. stock market, significantly boosting solar energy stocks.
September 12, 2024
Just 15 countries account for 98% of new coal-power development, GEM finds
Nearly all of the coal-power capacity under development (98%) is now concentrated in just 15 countries, with China and India alone accounting for 86%, according to Global Energy Monitor's latest Global Coal Plant Tracker (GCPT) results.
August 14, 2024
Elon Musk, Donald Trump's livestream conversation on climate issues draws criticism
Elon Musk’s support for former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked a stir, leading to a live discussion between the two on the X platform on August 12.
August 07, 2024
Harris names Tim Walz as VP pick: What are his climate achievements in Minnesota?
The Democratic vice presidential candidate has emerged as the choice of President Kamala Harris, with Minnesota governor Tim Walz selected for his ability to appeal to white rural voters.
August 07, 2024
Germany prepares electricity market reform based on greater flexibility, hydrogen, capacity market
Germany is set to reform its electricity market design as it moves to decarbonise its power sector. In a paper outlining fields of action, the economy ministry (BMWK) presented reform options for the market elements of renewables support.
July 29, 2024
Mapping the future of solar capacity in Southeast Asia
A look at Southeast Asia’s evolving landscape of solar energy adoption, from achievements to hurdles and future aspirations.
July 23, 2024
Singapore invests $90 million in mega research on hydrogen, sustainable chemicals
Singapore's government has allocated $90 million through the National Research Foundation (NRF) to launch nine research projects spanning three to five years, aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.