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June 07, 2024
Singapore to build more hydrogen compatible power plants to meet electricity demand
Anticipating continuous domestic growth in electricity demand, Singapore plans to add two more natural gas hydrogen-compatible power plants by 2030 to ensure stable and secure power supply.
June 06, 2024
Thailand aims for 50% renewable energy by 2040: What challenges lie ahead?
Recently, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced at an event, "Thailand will achieve 50% renewable energy by 2040." However, Thailand's green energy share is only 16.61%. How will he achieve this goal? What challenges are there?
June 06, 2024
What are Just Energy Transition Partnerships, and what progress has been made in Indonesia?
To accelerate decarbonization efforts in the power sector, Southeast Asian countries require strategic climate assistance. Therefore, the implementation of projects like the Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) is crucial for developing economies.
June 04, 2024
Why is Vietnam stuck in power shortages, and how are they dealing with them?
The power shortage crisis in northern Vietnam last year is still vivid. With the expectation of electricity demand surge, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) has implemented various measures to manage power distribution and alleviate the pressure on supply.
June 03, 2024
Philippines sees surge in renewable development with record-breaking IPOs
The renewable energy sector in the Philippines is experiencing a significant boom. Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation is expected to raise 5.3 billion pesos (about 90.4 million USD), potentially marking the largest renewable energy IPO in the country.
May 31, 2024
Singapore aims to expand data center capacity 35% by green strategies
Singapore is planning to expand its data center capacity by more than one-third, aiming to integrate greener facilities to achieve sustainable growth in the energy-intensive industry, according to a state minister overseeing a new roadmap.
May 30, 2024
Indonesia's new capital attracts water businesses from Japan, Korea, and China
Water infrastructure companies from Japan, South Korea, and China are eager to participate in Indonesia's multibillion-dollar project to build a new capital, with the first phase of the relocation set to begin in August.
May 28, 2024
Malaysia aims for 40% of primary energy mix to come from renewables by 2035
Malaysia government aims to ensure that 40% of the country’s primary energy mix comes from renewable sources by 2035, according to Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof.
May 21, 2024
Singapore's draft power rules indicate increased state control in energy transition
Singapore's Energy Market Authority announced its intention to regulate access sharing for critical infrastructure and review plans when owners of significant power assets intend to repurpose their properties.
May 20, 2024
Sarawak's energy transition: Green power trading, renewables development, and green policies
Prime Minister Abang Johari of Sarawak State of Malaysia led representatives of Sarawak Energy Berhad and other energy companies to attend the Future Energy Asia 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand on May 17 to showcase their energy transition strategies.