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Bangladesh gas crisis deepens as LNG dependence strains energy sector
Sri Lanka makes net plus mandatory for new rooftop solar connections
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Energy has directed Electricity Distribution Lanka to stop offering net metering and net accounting for new rooftop solar connections and extensions of existing agreements, making the net plus scheme mandatory
South Korea 2025 carbon emissions shrink to 685.7mn tonnes
South Korea recorded a 0.9% drop in its carbon output during 2025 compared with the prior 12-month period, driven predominantly by reduced activity throughout manufacturing and transit activities, environmental authorities stated on September 20.
Adani Power starts work on $4.7bn thermal plant in India’s Assam
Adani Power (NSE: ADANIPOWER) has laid the foundation stone for a 3,200-MW ultra-supercritical thermal power project in Assam’s Dhubri district, with an investment of INR480bn ($4.7bn).
South Korea, US $200bn investment talks hit hurdles
South Korea and the US hit last-stage hurdles in negotiating a $200bn strategic investment package after friction emerged over nuclear reactor designs, asset governance, and funding schedules, President Lee Jae Myung said on September 18.
Hungary could replace Russian gas with Romanian supply and LNG, minister says
Hungary could secure its natural gas supply from alternative sources if the European Union phases out Russian gas imports in 2027, Economy and Energy Minister Istvan Kapitany said in an interview
Vietnam EVN posts $469mn profit
Vietnam Electricity (EVN) made more than VND12.2 trillion ($469.8mn) in profit in the first eight months of 2026, but cheaper electricity is not guaranteed.
Thailand faces rising power costs as LNG prices surge
Thailand faces growing electricity-cost risks while PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP) has warned that every $3 per million British thermal units (MMBtu) increase in LNG prices could push Thai electricity costs up
Osaka Gas buys stake in Australia’s Browse
Japanese energy firm Osaka Gas has purchased a 5% interest in the Browse gas project from the UK’s BP.
US and China open talks on scrapping tariffs on US LNG
China could eliminate its 15% tariff on American LNG as part of a larger package of energy and agriculture deals.
Afghanistan, Turkmenistan speed up 500kV power line project
Afghan and Turkmen officials have discussed accelerating work on a 500kV electricity transmission project linking the two countries, state utility Da Afghanistan Breshna Shirkat said.
India's clean-energy surge holds power-sector emissions flat for two years
Carbon dioxide emissions from India's power sector were no higher in the first half of 2026 than two years earlier, as a record expansion of solar and wind absorbed the entire increase in electricity demand, according to analysis for Carbon Brief...
Malaysia secures seat on IAEA Board of Governors for 2026–2028
Malaysia has been elected to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors for the 2026–2028 term
Sri Lanka to inaugurate first battery storage system
Sri Lanka will inaugurate its first battery energy storage system (BESS) in Anuradhapura on September 18 as part of efforts to integrate more renewable energy and improve the stability of the national power grid.
Canadian pension fund buys stake in India’s Azure Power
Regulators at India’s antitrust authority, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), approved the transaction on September 17, 2026, facilitating increased institutional ownership in domestic solar generation capabilities.
China Huaneng powers up $5.9bn Hainan nuclear reactor
China Huaneng Group (600011.SS) launched commercial operations at unit 3 of the Changjiang nuclear power plant in Hainan, the Beijing-based power generator announced.
US backs Thailand study on small modular reactors
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has signed an agreement with the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) for a feasibility study on deploying US-developed SMR technology.
French firm proposes $327mn nearshore wind project in Vietnam
A consortium formed by Dong Tam Group JSC and French renewable energy company Qair International has proposed the 200-MW Phuc Loc Tho wind power project, with an estimated investment of VND8.507 trillion ($327mn).
Japan's Hitachi Energy to build $528mn transformer plant in US Mississippi
Hitachi Energy will spend $528mn on a new transformer manufacturing plant in Mississippi to serve rising US electricity demand driven by the spread of artificial intelligence.
China's Ulanqab plans 5mn server racks in AI compute race with US
A remote prefecture in China's Inner Mongolia is becoming a global centre of AI computing power, commentator Arnaud Bertrand wrote on X on September 14.
Malaysian renewable energy company reNIKOLA signs 30-year PPA for $2.4bn
Malaysian renewable energy company reNIKOLA announced that its project vehicle, reNIKOLA Gedong Solar (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd, has executed a 30-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Syarikat Sesco Bhd
Singapore’s 6-GW low-carbon power import target financing across Indonesia, Malaysia
Catalysing Southeast Asia’s regional clean energy integration, Singapore’s initiative to import up to 6 gigawatts (GW) of low-carbon electricity by 2035 is emerging as a primary commercial anchor for the ASEAN Power Grid (APG)
Indonesian government allocates $3.5bn to electrify 10,068 villages
The Indonesian Government announced an IDR61.6 trillion ($3.5bn) state-funded electrification initiative to power 10,068 off-grid and underserved villages between 2025 and 2029.
Malaysia launches 250-MW feed-in tariff quota for 2027
The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), through the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia announced a new 250-megawatt (MW) Feed-in Tariff (FiT) quota for 2027
German ib vogt starts 99 MWp Philippine plant
German renewable energy developer ib vogt has commenced construction of a 99 MWp solar power plant in Iloilo province, marking an expansion of its clean power footprint in the Philippines.
Pakistan’s solar boom cuts reliance on imported LNG
Pakistan’s rapid expansion of distributed solar is reshaping its electricity system, reducing reliance on imported fuels and potentially offering a model for other energy-importing emerging economies.
India to launch 16th commercial coal mine auction round
India’s Ministry of Coal will launch the 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions in New Delhi on September 17, the government said on September 16.
India highlights energy security, permitting reforms at G20 meeting in Houston
India highlighted its expansion of power generation capacity, energy security measures and regulatory reforms at the G20 Energy Abundance Working Group meetings in Houston on September 15, the government said.
Bangladesh plans 300 gas wells, three LNG terminals to ease energy shortages
Bangladesh plans to drill 300 gas wells in two phases and add three LNG terminals as part of a broader programme to strengthen energy supplies.
India’s Suratwwala Business Group secures solar project contract
Suratwwala Business Group Ltd (NSE:SBGLP) announced on September 16, 2026, that its subsidiary, Suratwwala Natural Energy Resource Pvt. Ltd., had secured a solar power development contract to bolster its regional renewable energy footprint.
Cambodia spends more than $350mn to contain fuel prices
The Cambodian government has spent over $350mn on measures to reduce fuel costs for consumers since the outbreak of war in the Middle East, Prime Minister Hun Manet said on 16 September 2026.
Thailand’s LNG price rise could lift electricity costs by 5%
Every $3 per MMBtu increase in liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices could push Thai electricity prices up by about 5%
Thailand’s Amata, B.Grimm develop 42.5-MWp floating solar
Thailand’s Amata Corporation and energy producer B.Grimm Power are jointly developing a 42.5-MWp floating solar farm at an industrial estate in Chon Buri province.
Clean energy becomes essential to Cambodia’s export competitiveness
Cambodia’s garment, footwear and textile (GFT) industry faces mounting pressure to shift towards renewable electricity as international buyers increasingly make it a condition of doing business
BRIN requests expert missions for Indonesia's first commercial nuclear power plant buildout
Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) Chairman Arif Satria has requested official assistance from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to support Indonesia's first Nuclear Power Plant (PLTN) buildout
Semirara demands changes to draft Philippine coal bidding rules
Semirara Mining and Power Corp (SMPC) (PSE: SCC) requested that the Department of Energy (DOE) modify proposed resource evaluation standards, warning that current draft rules threaten existing contract rights.
Philippines' Alternergy sets debut $32mn green debt deal
Alternergy Holdings (PSE: ALTER) is set to tap the domestic debt market with a PHP2bn ($32mn) issuance of 1.5-year green fixed-rate notes, the board approved.
Hyundai Motor to supply 480 hydrogen buses
Hyundai Motor (005380.KS) will supply 480 hydrogen fuel cell buses to transit operator Sunjin Group by 2032, the automotive company announced on September 16.
Cambodia and BYD discuss expanding EV investment
Cambodia is seeking deeper investment from BYD (1211) to accelerate its EV ambitions, while the country is pushing green energy investment.
Vietnam T&T, TotalEnergies explore $1.5bn LNG power project
T&T Energy Group (TNT), part of T&T Group, and TotalEnergies Gas & Power Activities signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Paris on September 10 to assess the development of the proposed 1,500-MW Long Son LNG power project
India adds 8.2 GWh of BESS capacity in first half of 2026
India added 8.2 GWh of battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity in the first half of 2026, a sharp increase from the 98.4 MWh installed during the same period last year.
HD Hyundai wins approval for 100 MW power plant
South Korea’s HD Hyundai (267250.KS) operates through its intermediate sub-holding unit, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, received technical approval for a 100 MW floating power plant to meet rising energy demand from data centres.
Bangladesh rolls out incentives to accelerate rooftop solar growth
Bangladesh has announced a range of decisions, including financial incentives and preferential tariffs, to help boost rooftop solar power generation as its efforts to encourage renewable energy production and address the country's energy.
India approves up to 654-MW power exports to Nepal
India has approved the export of up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal for 18 hours a day through December 31, 2026, to help the neighbouring country meet additional power requirements following damage to its hydropower infrastructure from floods.
India has potential to produce 62mn tonnes of compressed biogas annually
India could produce around 62mn tonnes (MT) of compressed biogas (CBG) annually from an estimated 472 MT of feedstock, with animal waste representing the largest share of the potential.
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