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Indonesia's Pertamina Geothermal Energy begins international expansion, starting with Kenya
Asian solar module makers could face steep new US import tariffs
An investigation by the US federal government has found that some manufacturers in Asia have been illegally bypassing tariffs on Chinese solar equipment. They now face high duties.
Australian offshore wind makes progress – REZ site planned off NSW
In 2022, when the government of New South Wales made public the goal of a future Renewable Energy Zone in the state, 44 firms declared an interest. Eight of these included the possibility of offshore wind generation in their proposals.
US cell firm installs first 600-kW portion of 10-MW project in Taiwan
San Jose-based Bloom Energy has completed the first step of installing a series of solid-oxide cells in Taiwan. An initial 600-kW Energy Server unit was successfully put in place and tested at a site straddling a vehicle parking area at the company.
Jakarta’s Just Energy Transition Partnership campaigns for $20bn
A proposal outlining Indonesia's allocation of $20bn for a transition towards cleaner energy has been submitted to the government and its financing partners, planners announced on August 16.
Carbon capture is only a way to make people feel good about continuing emissions
In recent weeks, the United States has witnessed a surge in carbon capture investment, with major players in the energy sector making significant moves. However, as a technology it remains ineffective.
Indonesia starts construction of large-scale floating PV site in West Java
Indonesia has embarked on the construction of a floating solar power plant (PLTS) at the Cirata Reservoir, West Java. Using an investment of $65.1mn, this project is poised to revolutionise renewable energy development in the region.
China constructs 2.8-GW pumped-storage hydro project in Gobi desert
China is constructing a new 2.8-GW pumped-storage hydro project in the Gobi desert. The Qinghai Warang pumped-storage hydro electricity power station in north-western China will store excess renewable energy, like a giant battery.
AboitizPower enters into a JV with Philippines’ Vena Energy to build 109-MW wind power farm
The renewable energy firm Aboitiz Renewables, part of AboitizPower, has entered a partnership with The Philippines’ Vena Energy to invest in a 102-MW wind power project, the company announced on August 16.
Indonesia’s Sumber Global agrees coal deal with Vietnam for $3.8bn
This partnership agreement, valued at nearly $3.8bn, will be carried out in collaboration with Vietnam Oil and Gas Group, a state-owned enterprise of Vietnam, Investor.id reported.
Hanoi’s long-term power-plan a mix of renewables, LNG and always … coal
The Vietnamese government has underscored its commitment to reach net zero by 2050. In the same timeframe Hanoi has shown on paper at least it is trying to raise the percentage of renewable power in the mix to between 80% and 85% of the total.
Monsoon wind power project sets wheels in motion for Laos' renewable energy future
The Monsoon Wind Power Project in Laos has taken a significant stride towards its completion as the installation of wind power turbines commences following the arrival of the turbines and blades from Thailand on Saturday, 12 August.
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