REM - Renewable Energy

22 August 2025

Taiwan’s solar revolution faces persistent challenges

21 August 2025

Analysts see national projections as doubtful at best given finite land resources, societal friction and the levels of corruption at the local level to get projects started.

Brazil fears US may block $125bn global rainforest fund at World Bank

21 August 2025

Brazil’s plans to launch a global tropical forest fund at COP30 risk being undermined by rising diplomatic tensions with the United States, according to officials.

Transition Industries secures Mexican methanol plant partnership with Bonatti

21 August 2025

Italian engineering firm Bonatti has entered a Heads of Agreement with Transition Industries to develop the Pacifico Mexinol complex in Sinaloa, establishing what would become the globe's largest independent ultra-low carbon chemical manufacturing

New partnership to increase scope of renewables projects in Malaysia

21 August 2025

The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding setting out a framework for cooperation in areas such as grid access, permitting, technical planning and engagement with local communities.

India’s renewables potential blossoms in its northern states

21 August 2025

While much attention has traditionally focused on populous coastal and southern regions of India, the nation’s lesser-known northern states conceal a remarkable, yet under-appreciated, opportunity.

Hulic targets 20% stake in Canadian solar fund to expand Japan’s renewable energy business

21 August 2025

Hulic is aiming to acquire up to a 20% holding in Canadian Solar Infrastructure Fund as part of its strategy to grow in the renewable energy sector.

Shanghai Electric hands over 400-MW solar project in Oman

21 August 2025

Shanghai Electric has completed the final handover of the 500-MW Manah-1 Solar Independent Power Project in Oman, marking the conclusion of one of the country’s largest renewable energy schemes to date.

Inox Wind in India to sell its EPC arm

21 August 2025

Inox Wind Limited has announced the sale of a stake worth $20mn in its engineering, procurement and construction arm

India’s Reliance Infrastructure to build major solar-battery storage project

21 August 2025

Reliance Infrastructure Limited has confirmed it has been awarded a letter of award from NHPC Limited for the construction of a major renewable energy project combining solar generation with large-scale battery storage.

Regulatory threat deepens Mercedes-Benz Korea’s electric vehicle struggles

20 August 2025

Mercedes-Benz Korea is facing fresh regulatory pressure as the Fair Trade Commission (FTC) prepares to impose sanctions over allegedly misleading advertising linked to its electric vehicle (EV) batteries.

Indonesia’s PGN faces backlash over gas quota amid industry fears of job losses

20 August 2025

State-owned gas distributor PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN) has moved to reassure industries of a stable supply following growing alarm over restrictions that could endanger more than 130,000 manufacturing jobs

Philippines launches largest solar irrigation system in Eastern Visayas

20 August 2025

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) has inaugurated the biggest solar-powered irrigation facility in Region VIII, located in Barangay R.M. Tan, Ormoc City, according to the Presidential Communications Office.

Malaysia weighs nuclear power in future energy mix

20 August 2025

Malaysia has launched a feasibility study to assess whether nuclear energy could play a role in its long-term power strategy, as the government looks to diversify supply and strengthen energy security

Torrent Group launches green hydrogen plant in India’s Uttar Pradesh

20 August 2025

Torrent Group has inaugurated Uttar Pradesh’s first green hydrogen plant in Gorakhpur, developed jointly by Torrent Power and Torrent Gas

India's CORE Energy raises $23mn to advance nuclear engineering and modular reactor projects

20 August 2025

Indian engineering, procurement and construction firm CORE Energy Systems has secured a fundraise worth about $22.86mn

BYD’s investment in Turkey slows amid EU tariff uncertainties, says The Economist

19 August 2025

A year after Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD pledged a $1bn investment in Turkey in mid-2024, progress on the promised factory in Manisa has stalled, according to The Economist.

Qatar issues $2.5bn green bonds setting Middle East record

19 August 2025

Qatar issues record $2.5bn sovereign green bonds in Q2 2024 as first GCC country to enter sustainable finance market, targeting $75bn sustainable investments by 2030.

Istanbul-listed Karsan delivers first autonomous electric bus of its kind to Arbon in Switzerland

19 August 2025

e-ATAK is the first full length autonomous bus in the world.

Australia's Origin Energy warns of slower and more costly transition to renewables

19 August 2025

Origin Energy reported a stronger full-year profit last week, boosted by higher contributions from its LNG operations and cost efficiencies.

Expedition to raise awareness of melting glaciers in Kyrgyzstan made by government and UN officials

19 August 2025

An expedition aiming to raise international awareness of the disturbing retreat of Kyrgyz glaciers was on August 15 made by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Edil Baisalov and UN resident coordinator to Kyrygzstan Antje Grawe.

EBRD boosts Montenegro’s flagship wind farm with €26mn loan

19 August 2025

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) said on August 19 that it is deepening its support for Montenegro’s green transition with an additional €26mn loan to expand the Gvozd wind farm.

CENTRAL ASIA BLOG: Might Russia be kicked out of Kazakhstan’s nuclear building programme entirely?

19 August 2025

Of three NPP contracts made available by the Central Asian country, two have gone to China. The winner of the other one, Russian state corporation Rosatom, is, meanwhile, struggling with financing issues.

More than 20 African countries exploring potential of nuclear energy – IAEA report

19 August 2025

African countries are working to expand electricity access and production, with many turning to nuclear power to boost energy security, cut emissions, and improve reliability and sustainability.

Libya launches $10bn solar programme to supply 40% of power needs by 2035

19 August 2025

Libya is embarking on a $10bn solar energy programme designed to generate 4GW of power by 2035, to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and upgrade its fragile electricity grid. The capacity would be enough to supply nearly 40% of Libya’s needs.

South African energy trader EXSA secures 15-year PPA with renewables developer Seriti Green

19 August 2025

Licensed electricity trader Energy Exchange of Southern Africa (EXSA) has concluded a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Seriti Green.

South African packaging company Mpact signs solar PPA to cut emissions at paper mills

19 August 2025

South African packaging and recycling company Mpact has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for 30 GWh of renewable energy per year with independent energy trader Enpower Trading.

Over 60 Kazakh firms line up to join nuclear power plant project

19 August 2025

More than 60 Kazakh companies have expressed an interest in supplying goods, services and construction work for the country’s first nuclear power plant.

GLIL Infrastructure and Bluefield Solar to acquire 250 MW solar portfolio

19 August 2025

UK firms GLIL Infrastructure and Bluefield Solar have formed a joint venture Lyceum Solar to purchase a solar portfolio of 250 MW comprising of seven projects.

Indonesia courts Trina Solar to boost domestic solar supply chain

19 August 2025

Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has held discussions with Chinese solar manufacturer Trina Solar to expand cooperation in developing the country’s solar energy ecosystem

Canada provides $9.4 million in funding to five smart grid projects

19 August 2025

The Canadian Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources will provide CAD 13mn in funding to support five smart grid projects.

China's Hithium partners with Pakistan’s IEC for 1 GWh energy storage rollout

19 August 2025

Chinese battery manufacturer Hithium unveiled a strategic partnership with Pakistan’s The Imperial Electric Company (IEC) to distribute up to 1 GWh of residential and commercial energy storage systems across the country

Macquarie eyes Malaysian investments in green energy and infrastructure

19 August 2025

Macquarie Asset Management, one of the world’s largest fund managers, has expressed interest in investing across several Malaysian sectors, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz

Gentari breaks ground on Australia’s Maryvale solar and energy storage project

19 August 2025

Malaysian clean energy firm Gentari has broken ground on the huge Maryvale solar and energy storage project in Australia’s eastern New South Wales state.

New Delhi says over 28.6mn households electrified under Saubhagya scheme

19 August 2025

The Government of India has reported that more than 28.6mn households were provided electricity connections under the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya), which was launched in October 2017

Romania’s renewable energy tender attracts 2.8 GW of winning solar and wind bids

19 August 2025

Romania has announced a strong contracts for difference tender in its latest renewable energy auction.

Australia seeks to attract Japanese firms after BP exits hydrogen project

19 August 2025

The state government of Western Australia is seeking to lure investment from Japanese firms for a huge $50bn hydrogen facility after BP exited the project.

Croatia faces 2°C hike in average temperatures by 2070

18 August 2025

Temperatures have been steadily rising across the country since the mid-20th century with cities up to 10°C higher than rural areas.

Turkey’s Sabanci Holding expands renewable energy portfolio in US

18 August 2025

Turkish conglomerate Sabanci Holding has announced that Sabanci Renewables Inc, the wholly owned subsidiary of the group’s subsidiary Iklim Teknolojileri, has acquired 100% of the shares of Lucky 7 Solar Farm LLC from an unrelated third party.

Croatia steps up geothermal exploration in Legrad area

18 August 2025

New geophysical surveys are set to begin in northern Croatia as part of efforts to tap the country’s geothermal potential, local officials said, marking the latest stage in a years-long exploration drive.

South Africa's power utility Eskom launches 291-MW solar tender amid accelerated renewables rollout

18 August 2025

South Africa’s state-owned power utility Eskom has launched a tender for 291 MW of solar photovoltaic capacity under long-term power purchase agreements with independent power producers.

Indonesian company Cikarang Listrindo faces gas supply disruption after Pertamina field shutdown

18 August 2025

PT Cikarang Listrindo has reported a disruption in its natural gas supply following an unexpected shutdown at Pertamina EP’s (PEP) Subang Gathering Station on August 5

Offshore substation completed for Taipower offshore wind project phase II

18 August 2025

The offshore substation for Taipower’s Phase II wind project has been successfully put in place, marking a major step forward in Taiwan’s renewable energy expansion.

KN Holdings partners with Samsung to develop floating solar in Vietnam’s highlands

18 August 2025

Vietnam’s KN Holdings has signed a memorandum of understanding with Samsung C&T, a subsidiary of South Korea’s Samsung Group, to develop three floating solar power projects

HPCL-Mittal Energy enters Indian fuel retail market

18 August 2025

HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited (HMEL), one of India’s leading integrated energy companies, has entered the country’s rapidly expanding fuel retail sector with the launch of its first AI-enabled energy station in Sector 108, Noida

Chinese EV competition spells likely trouble for Turkish homegrown brand Togg, says Economist

17 August 2025

Turkey’s rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) market is whetting the appetite of Chinese manufacturers, according to The Economist.

Syria announces control of forest fires in western Hama countryside

17 August 2025

Syria's emergency minister announces control of forest fires in western Hama countryside after blazes damaged properties and agricultural lands across multiple villages since August 12.

Uzbekistan steers toward electric cars as conventional imports tumble

17 August 2025

Uzbekistan imported 20,873 electric vehicles (EVs) valued at $293.2mn in the first seven months of 2025, doubling last year’s figure of 10,536 units worth $155.8mn, according to the country's customs committee.

Work on Uzbekistan’s downsized nuclear plant to start next March

16 August 2025

Work on a downsized nuclear power plant (NPP) in Uzbekistan is set to get under way next March.

UN negotiators fail to agree on world's first plastic pollution treaty

15 August 2025

Negotiators have failed to agree on the world's first treaty to combat plastic pollution in what was meant to be the final round of UN talks.

Energy giants flee Colombia as fiscal crisis deepens

15 August 2025

International petroleum majors are accelerating their retreat from Colombia as President Gustavo Petro's anti-fossil fuel policies trigger an investment exodus.