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Indonesia reaffirms climate commitment ahead of COP30, aligns with Brazil’s vision
Indonesia has reiterated its commitment to reducing carbon emissions during the ministerial-level preparatory meeting for the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Brazil
Sanctioned Russian LNG tanker spotted conducting rare transfer off Malaysian coast
A Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker under US sanctions has been detected performing a rare ship-to-ship transfer off Malaysia’s east coast, in what analysts say is another attempt by Moscow to bypass Western trade restrictions
Sri Lanka begins drafting regulations for electric vehicle charging stations
The Sri Lankan government has started preparing regulations to oversee the establishment and operation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations
Pakistan to hold first electricity auction under new CTBCM market in November 2025
Pakistan is set to conduct its first-ever electricity auction in November 2025 under the newly established Competitive Trading Bilateral Contract Market (CTBCM), a landmark move towards a multi-buyer, multi-seller power system
Reliance to begin solar power generation from mega Kutch project next year
Reliance Industries is set to begin solar power generation in the first half of the next financial year from its massive renewable energy project in Kutch, Gujarat
Sri Lanka’s economic escape
Sri Lanka’s recovery over the past year reads like a narrow escape rendered into a cautious, albeit unfinished success story.
EDF signs long-term offshore wind deal in Taiwan
EDF Power Solutions, a subsidiary of France’s EDF Group specialising in renewable energy development and low-carbon projects, has signed a 30-year corporate power purchase agreement with Taiwan Smart Electricity & Energy Co. Ltd. (TSEE).
Japan’s largest nuclear plant faces possible reactor shutdowns
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings Inc (Tepco) is assessing whether to retire the two oldest reactors at its Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear facility in Niigata Prefecture.
Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore power milestone
Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore have hailed the success of the Laos–Thailand–Malaysia–Singapore Power Integration Project (LTMS-PIP), marking a significant milestone in multilateral, cross-border electricity trade
ASEAN targets 30% renewable energy by 2030
ASEAN has unveiled its new Action Plan on Energy Cooperation for 2026–2030, outlining ambitious goals to expand renewable energy, enhance regional connectivity, and build a sustainable, low-carbon energy future
Vietnam to train 35,000 energy experts for future security
Vietnam has announced plans to train between 25,000 and 35,000 engineers and specialists in the energy sector.
China’s solid-state battery breakthrough challenges the future of petrol-powered cars
Chinese researchers have announced a breakthrough in solid-state battery technology that could accelerate the global shift away from internal combustion engines, with a new design that more than doubles the range of current electric vehicles.
India’s Tripura ponders power exports to Nepal
The Indian north‐eastern state of Tripura is seeking to widen its regional energy ambitions by exploring electricity exports to Nepal, building on its established supply to Bangladesh.
Philippines introduces carbon credit framework to advance clean energy
The Department of Energy (DOE) has introduced the Philippines’ first regulatory framework for carbon credits in the energy sector, designed to cut greenhouse gas emissions and attract investments in sustainable projects.
Ex-Indonesian president son’s LNG shipping firm to invest $508mn by 2026
PT GTS Internasional (GTSI), the LNG transport company controlled by Indonesian conglomerate Tommy Soeharto, has announced plans to invest up to $508mn (around IDR7.5 trillion) by 2026 to accelerate the expansion of its fleet
PLN Indonesia Power launches ‘Green Action 2025’ to strengthen ecological resilience nationwide
PT PLN Indonesia Power (PLN IP) has launched a large-scale environmental initiative called Green Action 2025, aimed at bolstering sustainability and ecological resilience across 37 operational regions in Indonesia
ICVCM opens Singapore office to oversee Asia’s carbon markets
The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has opened its first physical office in Singapore, marking a key step in expanding its presence and regulatory influence across Asia’s fast-growing carbon markets
US pushes Japan to curb energy trade with Russia
The United States has called on Japan to end its imports of Russian energy resources, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent conveying Washington’s stance to Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato.
South Korea confident in affordable renewable expansion
Climate, Energy and Environment Minister Kim Sung-whan has dismissed concerns that expanding renewable energy will drive up electricity prices in South Korea.
China completes cold testing on first modular reactor
China has successfully completed the cold functional testing of its ACP100 small modular reactor (SMR), known as Linglong One, located at the Changjiang nuclear site in Hainan Province.
Inox Wind to invest $45mn in new turbine plant in India's Karnataka state
Wind turbine manufacturer Inox Wind plans to invest INR4bn ($45mn) in a new production facility at the Kyadigoppa Industrial Area in Kushtagi taluk of Koppal district
Crypto miners in Laos face power cuts by early 2026
Laos plans to cut electricity supply to cryptocurrency miners by the first quarter of 2026 as part of efforts to redirect power towards industries that generate greater economic value
India sets out plan to reach 100GW of nuclear power by 2047
India has unveiled an ambitious plan to increase its nuclear power generation capacity more than tenfold by 2047, as part of a broader strategy to secure long-term energy independence and reduce carbon emissions.
India’s Envision Energy wins 502MW wind turbine contract from Evren
Envision Energy India has secured a major order from Evren, a renewable energy platform supported by the Brookfield Global Transition Fund, to supply 502MW of wind turbines for projects in Andhra Pradesh.
Turkey’s TPAO subsidiary takes over operatorship of offshore Pakistan block
A subsidiary of Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) has taken over as operator of a promising offshore block in the Arabian Sea following a farm-out agreement with licence holder Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL)
Thailand moves toward clean energy for data centres
Thailand’s Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has issued draft regulations that would allow data centres to purchase electricity directly from renewable energy producers
Hanoi launches world’s 2nd largest waste-to-energy plant
Vietnam has officially inaugurated the Soc Son Waste-to-Energy Plant in Hanoi’s Trung Gia Commune, the largest facility of its kind in the country and the second biggest globally.
Gas turbine bottleneck could impede Southeast Asian LNG-to-power plans
IEEFA’s conclusion is not that gas should be overlooked in Southeast Asia’s power mix, but that the turbine bottleneck adds a material headwind to the timing and economics of LNG-to-power through this decade.
Japan’s Idemitsu Kosan launches 15 MW battery storage plant in Himeji
Japanese energy firm Idemitsu Kosan Co Ltd and its partners have begun operations of a new battery storage facility in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, with a total capacity of 15 MW and 48 MWh.
Malaysia strengthens commitment to lead ASEAN’s green energy transition
Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating clean energy transition and attracting green investment across Southeast Asia ahead of the 43rd ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM-43)
Think tank warns Philippines needs $1.79bn smart grid boost
As the Philippines continues to experience frequent power interruptions that disrupt industries and households, energy experts are warning that outdated grid systems could undermine economic growth and the country’s clean energy ambitions.
Indonesian president issues regulation to convert urban waste into renewable energy
President Prabowo Subianto has officially issued a new presidential regulation aimed at addressing Indonesia’s mounting urban waste problem by converting rubbish into renewable energy using environmentally friendly technology
Tesla Korea faces scrutiny over EV battery failures
Nearly 4,500 Tesla electric vehicles in South Korea have suffered serious battery system malfunctions that prevent charging, with many owners discovering that their faulty batteries were replaced with reused rather than new ones.
Hon Hai and Nvidia collaborate to advance AI infrastructure in Taiwan
Hon Hai Precision Industry Co, globally known as Foxconn Technology Group, has announced a strategic partnership with US-based Nvidia to develop advanced artificial intelligence (AI) factory infrastructure.
Belgian firm strengthens foothold in Taiwan’s offshore wind sector
Belgium-based marine engineering company Jan De Nul has signed a contract with Synera Renewable Energy (SRE) for the installation of export cables at Taiwan’s Formosa 4 offshore wind farm,
Thailand’s GPSC eyes nuclear power expansion abroad
Thailand’s Global Power Synergy Company (GPSC) is set to invest in an overseas small modular reactor (SMR) project as part of its strategy to prepare for a future nuclear power venture within Thailand
South Korean solar energy firm OCI invests $78mn in Vietnam solar wafer plant
South Korean solar energy firm OCI Holdings Co. is stepping up its presence in the United States’ renewable energy sector through a $78mn investment in a new wafer manufacturing facility in Vietnam.
Global renewables to double by 2030, but IEA warns momentum must accelerate
Global renewable energy capacity is on course to double by 2030, reaching 4,600 GW—comparable to the current combined total of China, the European Union and Japan—according to the International Energy Agency’s Renewables 2025 report.
South Korea’s embrace of SMRs as a pillar of nuclear policy
Spearheaded by Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power, these compact reactors are increasingly being seen as central to the nation's energy policy, offering flexibility, scalability, and ultimately a pathway to carbon neutrality
India’s Saatvik Green Energy to invest in Odisha solar manufacturing expansion
The project will be rolled out in two stages. The initial phase involves the establishment of 4 GW of module production capacity alongside 2.4 GW of cell capacity, supported by an investment of INR18.5bn.
India’s Jindal Power to acquire 1,350MW Jhajjar thermal plant
The Jhajjar facility, one of the largest coal-fired plants in North India, is currently operated by Jhajjar Power Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Apraava.
Manila Water expands renewable energy to over 200 facilities
As countries worldwide push for cleaner energy, the Philippines is taking steps to modernise its electricity market. Manila Water, one of the country’s leading water utilities, has added 56 more sites to the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC).
Indonesia’s financial services authority is confident in EV financing growth
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) expects financing for electric vehicles (EVs) to remain strong through the end of 2025
South Korea eyes Indonesia’s $5.6bn waste-to-energy project
South Korean companies have expressed strong interest in Indonesia’s Waste-to-Energy (WTE) initiative led by the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (BPI Danantara), according to Economic Counsellor at the South Korean Embassy
Pertamina advances refinery expansion and green fuel development to cut imports
PT Pertamina (Persero) reaffirmed its commitment to continue developing new refineries and revitalising existing ones across Indonesia under the Refinery Development Masterplan Program (RDMP)
Indonesia deepens energy ties with Russia to drive net-zero transition
Indonesia, the world’s fourth most populous nation and the newest member of BRICS, plans to expand its strategic energy cooperation with Russia, according to Satya Hangga Yudha Widya Putra
Centre designates Paradip, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu ports as green hydrogen hubs
The Indian government has identified three major ports, including Paradip, as green hydrogen hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM)
UGDC begins private gas supply to SNGPL in landmark move for Pakistan’s energy sector
Universal Gas Distribution Company (UGDC), Pakistan’s first private gas marketing firm, has successfully begun injecting gas into the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) network
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