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Taiwan breaks ground on long-delayed nuclear fuel storage facility
Taiwan has officially commenced the construction of a long-awaited dry storage facility for used nuclear fuel at the Kuosheng Nuclear Power Plant, marking a significant step in the country’s nuclear decommissioning process.
Singapore’s energy strategy embraces hydrogen-ready technology for a sustainable future
Singapore's electricity demand is on an upward trajectory, fuelled by sectors such as advanced manufacturing, the digital economy, and the electrification of transport
Vietnam’s Power Plan VIII to smooth the way for new LNG projects
When Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province raised the issue of increasing LNG projects over the New Year holidays, Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Long responded by stating that MIT is already working on the development of energy sources.
Pakistan's energy prospects brighten with Shah Bandar discovery
Pakistan has made a significant breakthrough in its energy sector with the discovery of substantial oil and gas reserves in the Shah Bandar block, located in Sujawal district of Sindh province.
NTPC Renewable Energy wins 1,000-MW solar project in India
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL), a subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), has won the e-reverse auction conducted by Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL)
India's coal output hits record in 2024
Indian coal production reached a record-breaking 1,039.59mn tonnes in 2024, reflecting a 7.28% increase from the 969.07mn tonnes achieved in 2023
Controversial 10-GW hydropower project in Tibet greenlit by Beijing
China has given the green light to a 10-GW hydropower project on the lower Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet - known in China as the Xizang Autonomous Region since 2023 - marking a major step in its renewable energy transition and regional development
Energo: Russia seeks to expand its nuclear energy dominance with new international projects
Russia seeks to expand its nuclear energy dominance with new international projects
Russia is constructing over 10 nuclear power units on foreign soil to help capitalise on burgeoning energy demands driven by artificial intelligence and developing markets, a senior Kremlin envoy has revealed
Chevron and Woodside trade Australian LNG assets
Chevron and Woodside Energy have agreed to reshuffle their LNG asset portfolios, trading stakes in a handful of projects located in Western Australia.
GLNG: Chevron and Woodside trade Australian LNG assets
Taiwanese semiconductor maker expresses interest in Canadian LNG
The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is looking to Canada for LNG as the world’s biggest producer of semiconductor chips experiences tremendous growth.
Indonesian solar takes a step forward with SUN - SMBC deal
South Korean government awards over 2 GW of wind capacity in tenders
Nozomi Energy snaps up major solar portfolio in Japan
Nozomi Energy, a renewables platform focused on Japan and established by global sustainable infrastructure investor Actis, has announced the acquisition of 12 operational solar projects in partnership with a Japanese co-investor
India’s HPERC issues draft green power banking regulations
ACME Solar commissions 1,023 MW of Rajasthan solar projects
Indonesia, the Philippines face challenges in expanding geothermal energy use
Indonesia and the Philippines are making efforts to increase their geothermal energy production to reduce reliance on fossil fuels
Philipplines ACEN secures landmark wind power project in Australia
ACEN Corp., the Ayala-led energy giant, has clinched a significant contract to build a 936-megawatt wind power project in New South Wales, Australia.
Indian coal imports down 3.1% during April–October FY2024-25
Indian coal imports during the April–October period of FY2024–25 saw a decline of 3.1%, falling to 149.39mn tonnes (MT) from 154.17 MT in the same period last year.
India’s NHPC eyes Bhutanese hydropower sector
NHPC Ltd, India’s state-owned hydropower company, is in talks with Bhutan to establish a joint venture for hydropower projects
National Bioenergy Programme to boost India's clean energy agenda
The Government of India is advancing its clean energy agenda through the National Bioenergy Programme (NBP), promoting bioenergy and waste-to-energy technologies to enhance energy security and drive sustainable development
IEA: Access to energy improving worldwide, driven by renewables
Having a reliable electricity supply is something many of us take for granted – including for sending and reading emails like this one. But hundreds of millions of people around the world today don’t have access to electricity.
Fukushima's forgotten victims as Japan shifts back to nuclear power
A controversial shift in Japan's energy policy has sparked outrage among those still reeling from the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.
Russia and China push forward with ambitious nuclear project in Liaoning
In a move that underscores growing energy collaboration between Russia and China, the construction of two VVER-1200 nuclear reactors at the Xudabao plant in Liaoning is progressing steadily, with commissioning slated for 2027-2028.
Thailand eyes tweaks to 2024 power plan amid climate concerns
Vietnam and Singapore to collaborate on offshore wind power project
Vietnam and Singapore are set to embark on a groundbreaking offshore wind power project that will not only reshape the regional energy landscape but also strengthen bilateral ties
Malaysia unveils first electric vehicle, aims for sustainable mobility future
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim introduced the nation's first electric vehicle (EV) during a launch event on December 16
Indonesia’s renewable energy firm Hero Global prepares for IPO to fund expansion
Renewable energy firm Hero Global Investment is moving forward with plans for an initial public offering (IPO), aiming to sell up to 1.3bn shares, representing 20% of its equity.
Mumbai-listed Inox Wind secures 60-MW order
Mumbai-listed wind energy solutions provider Inox Wind has secured a 60-MW order from Serentica Renewables (Serentica), a renewable energy company focused on the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector in India
Bangladesh interim government approves fuel oil, crude oil and LNG purchases
The government of Bangladesh has approved a series of proposals for the procurement of refined fuel oil, crude oil, and also a single LNG cargo
Taiwan strengthens green energy push with launch of national energy storage centre
Taiwan is ramping up its commitment to renewable energy with the opening of the National Center for Energy Storage System Technology at Tongluo Science Park in Miaoli County
Is Japan pondering a withdrawal from Sakhalin-2 LNG supplies in the years ahead?
As Japan’s long-term agreements to import LNG from Russia’s Sakhalin-2 project edge ever closer to their agreed expiration dates, rival producers of the fuel are positioning themselves to fill the potential supply gap.
TruAlt Bioenergy, Sumitomo to develop bioenergy projects in India
Indian bioenergy company TruAlt Bioenergy has entered into an MoU with Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation Asia & Oceania (SCAO), a prominent global trading and investment solutions provider, to collaborate on advancing bioenergy projects in India
South Korea eases hydrogen station regulations to boost green mobility
South Korea is taking decisive steps to support its burgeoning hydrogen economy, with the government announcing new regulations to make it easier to build hydrogen charging stations
India to supply LNG to Sri Lanka, link power grids
India has committed to supplying liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Sri Lanka and establishing a high-capacity power grid interconnection between the two nations.
India emerging as world's renewable energy capital, says minister
Indonesia offers electricity discounts to mitigate VAT increase impact
Indonesia’s Finance Minister, Sri Mulyani Indrawati, has announced a 50% electricity discount for January and February 2025 to help safeguard household purchasing power as the value-added tax (VAT) rate rises to 12%
Japan forecasts nuclear power to outpace thermal generation costs by 2040
Japan’s energy future is set to witness a significant shift as nuclear power is projected to become more cost-effective than thermal power generation by 2040, according to the country’s Ministry of Industry.
Malaysia's Gamuda secures $404.7mn solar farm project in Australia, expands into digital infrastructure
Gamuda Bhd’s Australian subsidiary, DT Infrastructure Pty Ltd, has been awarded a MYR1.8bn ($404.7mn) engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for the Goulburn River Solar Farm,
Experts highlight small nuclear reactors as key to Vietnam's net-zero future
Two Vietnamese professors working in the US have proposed small-scale nuclear reactors as a viable solution to power Vietnam's future
Balancing growth and sustainability: Southeast Asia’s energy dilemma
With its rapidly growing economies, booming populations, and increasing urbanisation, Southeast Asia is witnessing a tremendous surge in energy demand
Qatar agrees to supply LNG to India's GAIL under a five-year deal
Qatar has agreed a five-year deal to supply India’s state-run gas company, GAIL, with liquefied natural gas (LNG).
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