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Vietnam’s top tycoon shifts focus to energy sector
Vietnam’s wealthiest businessman, Pham Nhat Vuong, is set to increase his ownership in his private energy company
New Zealand government to introduce LNG imports in a bid to bolster energy security
The government’s energy package, announced in late September, includes a formal procurement process for an LNG import terminal, set to be the first such facility in New Zealand’s history.
Japan tightens rules on large-scale solar farms
Over 300 local governments in Japan are tightening rules on large-scale solar projects to balance renewable energy growth with protecting ecosystems and landscapes.
South Korea’s power giants clash over UAE nuclear project
South Korea’s two main state-owned energy firms, Korea Electric Power Corporation (Kepco) and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), are locked in a costly legal dispute over payment issues tied to the Barakah nuclear power plant in UAE.
South Korea pushes tandem solar innovation to rival China
After years of relying heavily on imported panels, South Korea’s once-promising solar industry is facing mounting pressure from Chinese dominance across the global supply chain.
India's Rajasthan floats tender for 2,000-MWh battery storage project
Rajasthan’s energy department has invited tenders for a 2,000 MWh battery storage plant to address non-solar and evening peak-hour demand
Clean power fuels Cambodia’s economic transition
Clean energy will be central to shaping Cambodia’s next phase of economic growth—one that values sustainability and innovation as much as productivity
Cambodia’s garment industry faces green challenges
Cambodia’s garment sector faces mounting hurdles in its shift towards cleaner energy, with high electricity prices, limited financing, and slow policy reform hindering progress
Thailand’s power supply stable despite rising dam levels
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has stepped up surveillance of water levels in key reservoirs
Thai wind project to use Chinese turbines
The four projects are being spearheaded by Bangkok-based Gulf Energy Development, one of Thailand’s largest energy conglomerates. Goldwind will provide its latest GWH182-series turbines.
Adani Green commissions its latest green facility in Gujarat
Adani Green Energy Limited, India’s largest renewable power producer, has expanded its clean energy portfolio with the commissioning of 408.1 megawatts of new capacity at Khavda in Gujarat.
Leading Indian renewable energy developer looks forward to IPO
The flotation will follow the book-building route, with half the shares reserved for qualified institutional buyers, 15% for non-institutional investors and the remaining 35% for retail participants.
Pakistan pivots away from LNG
Rising LNG prices have led Pakistan to shift away from LNG.
South Korea's LG Energy Solution to restart US business travel after Georgia detentions
The company, which already operates or is developing seven battery plants in the US, is a key partner in the expansion of electric vehicle supply chains in North America.
Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 raises production to record high
Russia’s heavily-sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 facility has increased production to record levels.
China tests new underwater data centres for energy-saving potential
The pilot scheme, off the coast of Hainan Province, involves lowering modular data units beneath the sea. The facilities use the naturally cooler seawater to regulate temperatures, removing the need for conventional air conditioning.
LNG Canada expected to start second liquefaction train soon
LNG Canada is preparing to begin start-up of its second liquefaction train, a spokesperson for the Shell-led facility.
Shell doubles down on LNG predicting demand to rise by 60% by 2040
CEO predicts LNG’s role as a transition fuel will grow and comprise 20% of global natural gas sales by 2040.
Indonesia risks losing investment edge without faster renewable energy transition
Across Southeast Asia, global firms are investing heavily in new factories, data centres, and supply chains
Pakistan pushes energy sector reforms with German support
Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to modernising its energy sector, placing emphasis on digitisation, renewable energy and research-led reforms
India issues over 5.7 GW in renewable energy tenders in August
India’s renewable energy sector saw significant activity in August 2025, with more than 5,750 MW of fresh tenders issued and 3,234 MW of new capacity installed, according to JMK Research's monthly report
SJVN commissions 128.9 MW at Bikaner solar project in India's Rajasthan
SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL), a subsidiary of Mumbai-listed SJVN, has begun commercial operations of a 128.88 MW capacity at its 1,000 MW Bikaner solar power project in Rajasthan
Kosol Energie inaugurates 38-MWp solar plant in Gujarat
Kosol Energie Private Limited has brought into operation a 38-MWp solar power plant in Chadavada, Gujarat, marking another step in India’s renewable energy expansion.
Ørsted deepens South Korea power ambitions with 1.4-GW offshore wind MoU
Danish renewables giant Ørsted has signed memoranda of understanding with Korea South‑East Power Company and POSCO Group to advance the development of its planned 1.4-GW offshore wind project off Incheon.
Serentica Renewables to deploy Envision turbines for 560-MW wind project in India
The project is part of Serentica’s broader ambition to provide continuous, round‑the‑clock renewable power to industrial users, helping drive decarbonisation across sectors.
Turkey says second nuclear plant could result from trilateral deal with US and South Korea
Turkey is considering working with the United States and South Korea in constructing a second planned nuclear power plant (NPP), Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar told CNN Turk on October 2.
Thailand praised for emissions, hit for weakness in renewables
Thailand has climbed to 24th place in a global climate performance index, earning praise for curbing greenhouse gas emissions but receiving criticism for its limited progress in renewable energy adoption
Vietnam’s biggest wind project in Laos goes live
Vietnam’s biggest wind energy venture in Laos, the Truong Son Wind Power Complex, has officially entered full commercial operation. .
Germany backs Vietnam in energy transition drive
Vietnam and Germany have signed a cooperation agreement to advance Vietnam’s shift towards cleaner energy
Singapore's Verdant Energy acquires 11 MW rooftop solar portfolio in Vietnam
Singapore-based renewable energy firm Verdant Energy has announced the acquisition of an 11 MW rooftop solar portfolio in Vietnam
China achieves first ship‑to‑ship methanol bunkering at shipyard berth
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry has completed China’s inaugural ship‑to‑ship methanol bunkering operation conducted by a shipbuilding and repair facility at a shipyard berth.
Pacifico Energy Korea wins licence for large-scale offshore wind project
Pacifico Energy Korea has secured an Electricity Business Licence from South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy for its planned 420-MW Myeong Ryang offshore wind farm.
Renewable Ergon unveils 150MW solar expansion in Taiwan
Renewable Ergon, an international renewable energy developer headquartered in New York, has announced a landmark 150MW solar initiative in Taiwan.
Cebu earthquake leaves over 800,000 without power
Indonesia’s Danantara to roll out eight waste-to-power projects by October
Danantara Indonesia, the nation’s sovereign wealth fund, plans to launch at least eight waste-to-energy plants by the end of October as part of efforts to tackle the country’s mounting waste crisis and boost renewable power generation
Petronas Gas to restructure operations, separate regulated and non-regulated units
Petronas Gas Bhd will overhaul its corporate structure to separate regulated and non-regulated businesses, a move aimed at enhancing transparency, sharpening strategic focus, and allowing greater capital flexibility
Consortium wins substation contract for 495MW wind farm in Taiwan
A partnership between Denmark’s Semco Maritime and Vietnam’s PTSC Mechanical & Construction has been awarded the engineering, procurement, and construction contract for the offshore substation of Taiwan’s Formosa 4 wind farm.
India’s Premier Energies secures $19.95mn contracts in Benin to expand off-grid power
Premier Energies has secured contracts worth $19.95mn to supply and install solar systems across Benin, supporting the government’s programme to expand access to clean energy
Korea’s EPC solar sector is under strain: a look at EPC firm GRANDSUN and the road ahead
For the country’s engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firms - the companies that design, build and then maintain solar projects, the challenge is more and more about how to adapt.
Irregularities alleged in Sindh's $100mn solar project
Serious allegations of large-scale irregularities have emerged in the Sindh Solar Energy Project (SSEP), the Pakistan Peoples Party’s flagship renewable energy initiative, launched with World Bank funding of PKR28bn ($100mn)
Taiwan Fructose Philippines to use geothermal power in Batangas
Taiwan Fructose Philippines, the local unit of Taiwanese sweetener producer Taiwan Fructose Co. Ltd., has entered a supply deal with First Gen Corporation to source renewable power for its operations in Batangas.
India's Reliance Power to exit Indonesian coal assets in $12mn deal
Mumbai-based Reliance Power has signed a share purchase agreement to sell its entire stake in five Indonesian subsidiaries for $12mn, the company said in a stock exchange filing dated September 29
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