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Laos to supply power to Vietnam from 1,200-MW wind power plant
Lao government and Laos-based Chitchareune Construction Co., Ltd. signed an agreement on Feb. 13 to develop a 1,200 MW wind power plant in Nong district, Savannakhet province, with the aim of supplying electricity to Vietnam starting in late 2027.
Emirates Global Aluminium explores clean energy options in Indonesia, denies nuclear plans
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) is exploring alternative clean energy opportunities in Indonesia
New South Wales named world’s most volatile electricity market in 2024
New South Wales (NSW) has been identified as the most volatile electricity market globally in 2024, according to the latest research from Rystad Energy
SOCAR pens energy pact with India's MRPL, ONGC at India Energy Week
At India Energy Week 2025 last week, the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) and Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding
CDIL launches India-made solar bypass diodes
CDIL Semiconductors, an Indian semiconductor manufacturer, has unveiled solar bypass diodes, a solution that enhances solar panel efficiency and longevity, the company said in a press release.
India's solar cell manufacturing capacity to jump fivefold by fiscal 2027: Crisil
India's solar cell manufacturing capacity is set to touch 50-55GW by fiscal 2027, up five-fold from 10GW at the end of fiscal 2024, propelled by the government’s policy thrust to reduce imports of cells and modules, Crisil Ratings said
REC extends $250mn loan for hydropower project in India's J&K
Indian government-owned infrastructure financier REC has signed an agreement with Chenab Valley Power Project Ltd. (CVPPL) for a term loan of INR21.48bn ($250mn), the company said in a press release.
Adani Green withdraws from Sri Lanka wind energy projects
Mumbai-listed Adani Green Energy has decided to withdraw from its planned wind energy projects in Sri Lanka citing unresolved environmental clearance and a Supreme Court case
Suzlon to supply generators for wind power project in India's Madhya Pradesh
Renewable energy solutions provider Suzlon Group has secured a repeat order of 201.6MW from Oyster Renewable Energy, Suzlon said in a press release.
Cambodia poised to emerge as green energy manufacturing hub, experts say
Cambodia has the potential to become a leader in green energy manufacturing, industry experts say, citing its strategic location, abundant solar resources, and growing economy despite a sharp decline in solar panel exports last year.
Indonesia aims for 71GW power expansion with renewables at the forefront
Indonesia has introduced its revised National Power Supply Plan (RUPTL), outlining an additional 71 gigawatts (GW) of installed capacity over the next ten years
Indonesian auto show highlights EV push following slow adoption
Indonesian automotive future is being shaped by electric vehicles, according to industry players at the Indonesia International Motor Show, which opened in Jakarta on February 13
ADNOC Gas pens LNG supply deal with Indian Oil Corp
ADNOC Gas has signed a 14-year sales and purchase agreement (SPA) with state-owned Indian Oil Corporation for the supply of up to 1.2mn tonnes per annum (mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG), the Abu Dhabi-based company said in a press release
Thailand eases rooftop solar rules to boost renewable energy market
Thailand's recent relaxation of regulations on rooftop solar installations is expected to accelerate solar energy adoption in the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, according to Trinasolar, a global solar energy solutions provider.
Cleantech Solar commissions 10-MWp floating solar system for Cargill in Thailand
Renewable energy firm Cleantech Solar has commissioned a 10 megawatt-peak (MWp) floating solar photovoltaic (PV) system for Cargill in Thailand, the company said in a statement.
Malaysia eyes Japan for biomass expansion in the renewable energy sector
Malaysia sees potential in expanding biomass utilisation for renewable energy in Japan, according to Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin
The curious case of unsustainable energy funding in Indonesia
During the G20 Summit held in Bali in November 2022, then president of Indonesia Joko Widodo and the International Partners Group signed the landmark Indonesia Just Energy Transition Partnership agreement — but what happened to it?
India's ONGC signs multiple energy agreements
Indian state-owned energy firm Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has signed a number of deals in the renewables and oil and gas space, the company announced via separate press releases dated February 12.
Malaysia and Turkiye strengthen ties for energy security and green Investments
Malaysia and Turkiye are exploring strategic collaboration to enhance energy security, safety and economic growth through sustainable investments, according to Malaysia’s Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation.
Indonesia to mandate benchmark coal price for exports, industry calls for green pricing index
Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry plans to enforce the use of the country’s benchmark coal price in export transactions, a policy welcomed by the Indonesian Energy, Mineral and Coal Suppliers Association.
Finland-based Wirepas installs over 5mn smart electricity meters in India
Finland-based Wirepas, a company offering IoT connectivity solutions, has deployed over 5mn smart electricity meters across India, it said in a press release dated February 11.
Indian Gas Exchange, HPCL sign MoU to boost natural gas market in India
Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) and state-owned energy company Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on enhancing the natural gas market in India, IGX announced in a press release.
India, France sign letter of intent on small modular reactor, advanced modular reactor
India and France have signed a letter of intent on Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR), a joint statement issued after the talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron said.
Canadian Solar faces $147mn lawsuit from China’s Trina Solar over patents
Chinese firm Trina Solar is suing Canadian Solar as well as its subsidiary for alleged infringement of patents on tunnel oxide passivated contact solar cell technology.
Woodside CEO calls for more pragmatic Australian energy policy
Woodside Energy CEO Meg O’Neill has called for a more pragmatic discussion on Australia’s energy future, warning that policy uncertainty and regulatory hurdles are hampering investment in both gas and renewables.
Taiwan considers Alaskan LNG to avoid US tariffs
Taiwan could become a buyer of LNG from Alaska in an effort to prevent the US from levying tariffs on the East Asian country.
US-China LNG trade and how tariffs might affect flow
The latest chapter in the storied history of US-China trade relations has opened with fresh tariffs from both sides. Most notably this includes a 15% tariff on US LNG that came into effect earlier in the week.
Indonesia moves to resolve institutional barriers to nuclear energy development
Indonesia’s National Development Planning Ministry (Bappenas) is spearheading efforts to address institutional challenges in the country’s nuclear power ambitions by forming a working group dedicated to regulatory revisions
Dhaka asks Adani to fully restore power supply from its power plant in India
Bangladesh has asked India’s Adani Power to completely restore supplies from its 1,600-MW coal-fired plant in India’s Jharkhand state after more than three months of reduced sales
India's total electric vehicle registrations reach 5.67mn
Total electric vehicles (EV) registered in India as of February 8 stood at 5.67mn, according to the e-Vahan portal, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, Minister of State for Steel and Heavy Industries Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma said
Laos says power supply to Myanmar not used by illicit call centres
EDL Laos' state-run electricity provider, Electricité du Laos (EDL), said on Feb 11 that power supplied to Myanmar is not being used by illicit call centres, following joint inspections by both sides.
Vietnam’s industrial boom fuels record coal imports
Vietnam’s surging industrial sector has driven a sharp increase in thermal coal imports, pushing global demand for the fuel to new highs, ship-tracking firm Kpler said.
Sarawak energy deal with Petronas raises possibility of autonomy, strengthened resource control
The Malaysian state of Sarawak has secured a historic agreement with the national oil firm Petronas, in the process gaining control of gas distribution across the region and potentially setting a precedent for resource autonomy across the country.
Fourth India-UK Energy Dialogue takes place in New Delhi
The 4th India-UK Energy Dialogue, co-chaired by Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs of India, and Ed Miliband, Secretary for Energy Security and Net Zero for the United Kingdom, was held on February 10 in New Delhi.
Gensol Engineering secures $110mn solar PV project in India's Gujarat
Gensol Engineering has bagged an EPC contract from a public sector undertaking for the development of a 245 MW solar PV project at the Khavda RE Power Park in the state of Gujarat.
Malaysia-Singapore nearing agreement on 1,000-MW undersea power link
The construction method for the 1,000-MW undersea electricity transmission project from Sarawak to Singapore is expected to be finalised within the first quarter of this year
JA Solar modules power Coca-Cola’s 2.5MW solar project in Pakistan
China-based JA Solar's DeepBlue 4.0 Pro modules have been utilised for a newly completed 2.5MW PV project at Coca-Cola's Faisalabad facility in Pakistan, delivered by Shams Power, the company said on February 10.
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