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Mongolia on course to record another record year for coal exports
Myanmar faces severe power shortages following infrastructure damage
EU and Taiwan settle WTO dispute over offshore wind local content rules
The European Union and Taiwan have reached a significant resolution over a trade dispute related to Taiwan’s offshore wind auction rules, marking a win for international trade diplomacy.
India’s coal production from captive and commercial mines tops 100mn tonnes
India’s coal production from both captive/commercial mines has surpassed 100mn tonnes in the current financial year (FY25), according to the latest data from the Ministry of Coal.
Pakistan will reduce electricity tariffs this winter
Pakistan will reduce electricity tariffs this winter to encourage higher usage and lessen reliance on natural gas for heating.
Indonesia’s Karaha geothermal plant advances local clean energy development
The Karaha geothermal power plant in West Java, Indonesia, has officially begun operations, adding 30 MW of sustainable energy to the country’s grid
Serentica Renewables to develop 10-GW renewable energy projects in India's Andhra Pradesh
Serentica Renewables has announced plans to develop 10 GW of renewable energy projects in Andhra Pradesh, India, as part of the state's aim to achieve 72 GW of renewable capacity by 2030.
Global South will need fossil fuels for at least two more decades, says Indian petroleum minister
The Global South will continue needing fossil fuels for at least two decades, even as the energy transition picks up pace, Indian Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said at the ADIPEC forum in Abu Dhabi on November 4.
AI takes centre stage at ADIPEC
The conference, where almost 200,000 participants gathered, featured a series of sessions dedicated to the technology, as well as a special AI zone, where various AI-related energy solutions and initiatives were presented.
Indonesia prepares to start solar power exports to Singapore
Indonesia is set to begin solar power exports to Singapore in late 2027 or early 2028, marking a significant step in regional energy cooperation and low-carbon growth.
Singapore’s Punggol digital district to launch nation's first smart grid
JTC Corporation, Singapore's industrial development agency, has appointed Univers, a global decarbonization software firm, and local energy company PacificLight Power to develop the nation’s first district-level smart grid in the Punggol District
HEXA Renewables unveils world's largest offshore floating solar power plant in Taiwan
HEXA Renewables, a prominent independent power producer in the Asia-Pacific region, has successfully commissioned the world's largest offshore floating solar power plant in Taiwan.
India plans Centres of Excellence for research on green hydrogen research
The Indian government has invited proposals for establishing Centres of Excellence (CoEs) under the National Green Hydrogen Mission's Research and Development (R&D) Scheme, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) announced on November 7.
Bangladesh’s coal-based power output halves
Bangladesh's coal-based power generation is operating at less than half of its 7,000 MW capacity, generating under 3,000 MW.
Lootah Biofuels to collaborate with SAVICO Group
The UAE’s Lootah Biofuels has revealed that it is currently in talks with Vietnamese renewable energy company SAVICO Group, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation and achieving sustainable development in Vietnam and the UAE.
Cambodia powers up: nurturing clean energy talent
Cambodia's transition to a clean energy future hinges on a skilled workforce, and initiatives are underway to equip the next generation with the necessary expertise
NTPC approves coal-based power projects worth $9.5bn
Indian state-owned power company NTPC announced on November 5 that its board had approved investments for three coal-based power projects, amounting to an estimated INR797.39bn ($9.5bn).
Indonesia eyes EV market growth with proposed 1% VAT incentive for local brands
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartanto has proposed several priority incentives to continue into 2025, including a 1% VAT incentive for electric vehicles
Experts urge Indonesia to stay committed to early coal plant retirements
Experts have raised concerns over Indonesia’s wavering stance on retiring coal-fired power plants (PLTU), urging the government to remain committed to its energy transition goals for environmental and public health benefits.
Mitsubishi predicts its LNG capacity will reach 17mn tonnes by early 2030s
Japanese trading house Mitsubishi has forecast major growth in its LNG capacity, predicting that its capacity will more than triple from its current level of 5mn tonnes per year to more than 17mn tpy by the early 2030s.
Gas demand in India likely to reach 113 bcm by 2040, says Rystad Energy
Natural gas demand in India is forecast to reach 113.7 bcm by 2040, according to energy research company Rystad Energy. This is nearly double the 65 bcm the country used in 2023, a new report on India’s gas status says.
Chinese solar firms are setting up in Indonesia and Laos to avoid US tariffs
China is the world’s main supplier of solar components, and stringent US import tariffs have been imposed on its solar cells and modules because of alleged unfair trade practices.
Indonesia’s energy security now classified as resilient, ministry reports
Indonesia’s energy security has been classified as resilient, according to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM).
China pushes for carbon border tax talks at COP29, raising tensions on global trade
As the COP29 climate summit approaches, China has submitted a proposal to the UN, requesting that trade-related climate measures, such as carbon border taxes, be added to the summit's agenda
LNG prices stabilise, offering relief for Thai electricity bills
Thailand's Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has indicated that liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices are likely to remain stable in early 2025, potentially easing pressure on electricity tariffs
Indonesia and France forge partnership to accelerate green energy transition
The Indonesian government, through its Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), has launched a partnership with the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) to advance climate action and facilitate Indonesia’s shift to sustainable energy.
PLN Indonesia Power launches solar panel factory
PLN Indonesia Power (PLN IP), in collaboration with its joint venture PT Trina Mas Agra Indonesia (TMAI), inaugurated a new solar panel factory in Kendal, Central Java, on November 1.
India's installed solar capacity touches 90 GW
India reached 90 GW of installed solar capacity last month, advancing towards its broader aim of 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030.
Indonesia advances seaweed-based biofuel as key energy initiative
The Indonesian government, led by Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry Rosan P. Roeslani, has launched an initiative to convert seaweed into bio-aviation fuel (bioavtur) as part of its broader strategy.
India's Ashish Khanna to lead International Solar Alliance
India's Ashish Khanna has been appointed director general of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) at the ISA assembly held in New Delhi, the Indian government announced on November 4.
Sri Lanka halts Ceylon Electricity Board privatisation
Sri Lanka’s new National People's Power (NPP) government has repealed the Electricity Act introduced in June under former President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s administration, marking a significant shift in its approach to state-owned enterprises.
China's CAP1400 reactor powers up towards clean energy dominance
China has marked a major milestone in its nuclear energy ambitions with the successful connection of its first CAP1400 reactor to the grid.
NTPC, ONGC form joint venture to develop clean energy projects in India
India’s state-owned power giant NTPC and oil and gas firm ONGC have teamed up through their green energy subsidiaries, NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) and ONGC Green Energy Limited (OGL), to expand their interests in renewable and new energy.
Bangladesh moves to settle Adani Power dues
Bangladesh is hastening to settle over $800mn owed to Adani Power ahead of a November 7 deadline, after the Indian company cut electricity exports to the country by more than half.
Gensol Engineering secures solar power project in India's Maharashtra
Mumbai-listed Gensol Engineering, a renewable energy firm specialising in solar power engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, has secured a turnkey EPC order for a solar PV power plant in Maharashtra.
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