REM - Renewable Energy
Geothermal energy could power two-thirds of growing US data centre demand
A new report by the Rhodium Group suggests that geothermal energy could provide a viable and sustainable solution to growing data centre demand
Serbia to host first brownfield eco-industrial park in Western Balkans
Serbia has signed a deal with the EU and the IFC to create the region's first brownfield eco-industrial park at MIND Park in Kragujevac, a major industrial city in central Serbia.
Spain's Zelestra submits environmental plans for Chilean pv park
Spanish energy firm Zelestra has submitted plans for its Monterrico Solar Photovoltaic Park to Chile's Environmental Impact Assessment Service.
Japan Airlines, Airbus join sustainable aviation fuel joint venture
Japan Airlines and European aircraft manufacturer Airbus have joined a Japanese joint venture aiming to produce bioethanol from domestically sourced woody biomass for use as sustainable aviation fuel.
Brazilian waste firm Marquise Ambiental to invest $68mn in six biogas plants
Brazilian landfill company Marquise Ambiental plans to invest BRL400mn ($68mn) in six biogas plants with projected combined output of approximately 40.8mn cubic metres annually
Indian group Sterlite investing $6bn into electricity grid for green hydrogen projects in Egypt
Nicaragua begins construction of solar power plant with Chinese funding
Nicaragua has commenced building a 67.35-megawatt photovoltaic power plant, with $7.97mn of the funding provided by China, state media reported.
NASA mission uncovers hidden driver of Arctic ice melt
NASA’s most ambitious Arctic research mission yet has uncovered unexpectedly high concentrations of ice particles in clouds over Greenland, potentially explaining the region’s accelerating ice melt.
Heart disease could triple by 2050 because of climate crisis, say researchers
Extreme heat is increasingly linked to a rise in cardiovascular disease, with researchers in Australia warning that heart-related health impacts could double or even triple by 2050 if climate change continues at its current pace.
Delhi peak summer power demand may hit record this year
Delhi’s peak summer power demand is projected to cross 9 GW
Thailand’s BG Energy Solutions acquires K-One Energy 2 to expand renewable portfolio
BG Energy Solutions (BGE), a unit of Bangkok Glass Group, has acquired K-One Energy 2, a subsidiary of Kemrex under the Sutee Group, in a move to expand its renewable energy investments, the company said on March 18.
Prices of solar panels in Pakistan see sharp drop
Prices of solar panels in Pakistan have dropped sharply following recent amendments to the net metering policy
EIB, Cambodia’s energy ministry discuss sustainable energy plans
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will collaborate with Cambodia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy to support the country’s sustainable energy growth initiatives, the ministry said on March 18.
India API company Supriya Lifescience inaugurates 5-MWp solar power project at Maharashtra unit
Indian active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) manufacturer Supriya Lifescience has inaugurated a 5-MWp solar power facility in Nanded district, Maharashtra, the company said in a press release.
Amazon, Google and Meta back tripling nuclear power by mid-century
Amazon, Google and Meta have pledged their support for a global effort to at least triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050.
ACEN powers up Philippines with PHP660mn renewable energy investment
ACEN Corporation is reinforcing its investment portfolio by acquiring 660,000 common shares and 5.94 million redeemable preferred shares in Buendia Christiana Holdings Corporation (BCHC) for a total of PHP660mn.
Indonesia targets waste-to-energy expansion in 30 cities by 2029
Indonesia aims to develop waste-to-energy facilities in 30 major cities by 2029, targeting the generation of 20 megawatts (MW) of electricity per city, Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Yuliot Tanjung announced
Indonesia to increase palm oil export levy to fund biodiesel expansion
Indonesia is set to raise its export levy on palm oil, adjusting the rate to between 4.5% and 10% of the crude palm oil reference price, up from the current 3% to 7.5% to support the country’s mandates expansion of biodiesel usage,
Solarvest secures $90.2mn contract for Malaysia’s largest solar project
Solarvest Holdings Bhd has clinched a MYR401mn ($90.2mn) engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) contract for Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) 500MW solar farm in Bukit Selembau, Kedah
Tesla overtakes Togg as best-selling EV brand on Turkish market in February
US electric vehicle (EV) maker Tesla, which has seen sharp sales declines on major European markets partly due to the declining popularity of founder Elon Musk given his political activities, was the top-selling EV brand in Turkey in February.
Brazil must focus on green economy despite US policy shifts
Brazil should prioritise the industrialisation of its comparative advantages in energy and food security to move beyond its middle-income status, regardless of US policy shifts under Donald Trump.
INTERVIEW: Biomethane can make up Ukraine’s gas shortfall - Ukraine Bioenergy Association
Ukraine is rapidly developing its biomethane sector with ambitions to become a major European supplier. Georgii Geletukha told bne IntelliNews that Ukraine has the potential to produce up to 20bn cubic metres per year.
Chile grants approval for largescale Portuguese renewable energy project
Chile's Environmental Impact Assessment System (SEIA) has granted approval to the Vientos de Taltal Wind and Solar Hybrid Park project, a significant renewable energy development by Portuguese multinational EDP in northern Chile.
Latin America's first electric tugboat completes final sea trials
The addition of this pioneering vessel to Chile's maritime fleet underscores Latin America's growing commitment to sustainable maritime operations and signals a potential shift toward greener technologies in the region's shipping industry.
360Energy to supply renewable energy to Puma Argentina in five-year deal
Energy company 360Energy has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Puma Argentina to supply 2.9 GWh of renewable energy annually to the sportswear manufacturer's production facility in La Rioja province over a five-year period.
Russia boosts long-term lithium output plans
Russia plans to produce at least 60,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate in 2030, seeking to reduce its dependency on imports and to boost production of high-capacity electric batteries.
Countries that emit the most CO₂ - OWID
When we emit carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere, most of it stays there for centuries or millennia. This means that CO2 emitted even a century ago has contributed to the rising temperatures we see today, Our World in Data reports.
Wind energy development in South Africa is gaining momentum, says SAWEA
South Africa is advancing its renewable energy sector development, with wind power generation leading the way, according to a 2024 industry analysis by the South African Wind Energy Association in collaboration with the Global Wind Energy Council.
Kazakhstan to establish nuclear energy agency
Kazakhstan will establish a nuclear energy agency, The Times of Central Asia reported on March 17.
Debt of Russian hydropower major Rushydro at $6bn, loss posted in 2024
Russian state hydropower holding RusHydro posted a 13% year-on-year increase in revenues to RUB643bn ($7.1bn) under IFRS, with EBITDA over RUB150bn ($1.7bn), making a 14.2% y/y increase.
Solar-powered electric boats to begin service on Singapore river by April
Solar-powered electric boats will soon navigate the Singapore River, with the first two of 10 vessels set to enter service by April 2025
Indian coal production hits record in FY2023-24
Indian coal production in FY2023-24 was highest ever at 997.826mn tonnes, up 11.71% compared to the previous year, Union Minister of coal and mines G. Kishan Reddy said in the Indian parliament on March 17.
Nuclear Power Corporation of India connects Unit-7 of Rajasthan Atomic Power Project to the grid
Indian state-owned Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL) has connected the Unit-7 of Rajasthan Atomic Power Project to the Indian grid, the company said on March 17 in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
Japanese company Tepco plans to restart Niigata reactor in 2025
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (Tepco) has announced plans to resume operations at a reactor in the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant in Niigata Prefecture during the 2025 fiscal year, which begins next month.
India's LNG imports up 7.3% in February
India’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports rose 3.08bn cubic metres (bcm) in February, up 7.3% year-on-year (y/y), according to provisional data from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas’ Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC).
FSK L&S secures South Korea logistics contract for Ford-SK battery plants in the US
FSK L&S, the logistics arm of SK Square, has announced a new contract to manage fulfillment centres for three US-based battery production facilities operated by BlueOvalSK, a joint venture between SK On and Ford Motor Company.
Power generation in Pakistan drops 15% m/m in February
Power generation in Pakistan witnessed a 15% month-on-month (m/m) decline in February pointing to a slowdown in economic activity
Bulgaria to build €15mn H2START hydrogen valley
Bulgaria's Stara Zagora to become one of only two hydrogen valleys in Europe, producing 500 tonnes of hydrogen annually.
Colombia's Cartagena to host second global conference on air pollution and health
Cartagena, Colombia, is set to welcome the Second Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health from March 25 to 27 March 2025, with pre- and post-conference sessions scheduled for March 24 and 28 respectively.
Brazil’s Binatural expects 20% revenue growth in 2025
Brazilian biofuel producer Binatural expects revenue to reach BRL3.1bn ($545mn) in 2025, a 20% increase from last year.
Mongolia goes for megaprojects to broaden economy
Ulaanbaatar has big plans to end dependence on raw mineral exports.
UK STRYDE's mini seismic system enters Latin American market: Colombia key role
STRYDE, a leader in onshore nodal seismic technology, has announced the sale of its Mini Seismic System to Colombia's Energy Geophysical Services SAS (EGS), marking its first entry into the Latin American market.
Proposed $4.8bn EU investment in green hydrogen production boon for South Africa's platinum sector
IEA says battery costs have plunged by 75% since 2015
You might have noticed that batteries are everywhere these days. They power phones and many other gadgets, but also more and more cars, bikes, scooters and vans.
India's Andhra Pradesh state plans to set up small nuclear power plants
The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is keen to set up small nuclear power plants
JSW Energy signs power purchase deal with India’s West Bengal
JSW Energy Limited has penned a power purchase agreement with West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited for a greenfield 1,600 MW (2 x 800 MW) super/ultra super critical thermal power plant, JSW Energy said in a press release
Indian renewable energy company Gensol Engineering to raise $69mn to reduce debt
Mumbai-listed renewable energy company Gensol Engineering Limited’s Board of Directors has approved fund-raising initiatives amounting to INR6bn ($69mn) aimed at enhancing its financial standing, the company said in a press release
Saudi launches SAR1bn financing programme to boost private sector environmental protection
Uzbekistan’s passenger car imports drop over threefold in February
Uzbekistan’s passenger car imports fell sharply in February, dropping 3.53-fold in value and 2.82-fold in volume compared to February 2024, according to Spot, which cited customs committee figures.
South Africa to get $5.1bn EU investment into its green energy sector
The European Union has unveiled a $5.1bn investment package for South Africa to support development of green energy projects and vaccine production.
Environmental groups caution against overdevelopment of river resources in Central Asia
Call on international financial institutions to reevaluate projects.
Egypt plans to build four renewable energy projects under NWFE programme
Egypt’s Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat, said that four renewable energy projects under the Nexus of Water, Food and Energy programme will be connected to the national grid by summer 2025.
The countries improving air pollution most – Statista
Countries in Central and Southeast Asia as well as in Eastern and Southern Europe have improved their air quality most since before the pandemic, a newly released report by IQAir among 93 countries and territories has found, Statista reports.
Belarus asks Russia for a second nuclear power plant
Belarus has formally requested Russia's assistance in building a second nuclear power plant within its borders as electricity consumption rises.
INTERVIEW: EBRD backs oil-rich Kazakhstan’s green transition push
Kazakhstan is richly endowed with fossil fuels, yet the country is making a concerted effort to invest into renewables and prepare itself for the green transition, says the EBRD’s head of Central Asia Hüseyin Özhan.
Genneie receives approval to expand Argentine solar park
Argentina's National Electricity Regulatory Authority (ENRE) has granted approval for Genneia to significantly expand the Anchoris solar park in Mendoza's Luján de Cuyo department.
Mirova’s Gigaton Fund invests in climate tech firm Koko’s expansion across Kenya and Rwanda
Red Rocket reaches financial close for 242-MW phase of Overberg Wind Farm in South Africa
South African renewable energy independent power producer (IPP) Red Rocket has achieved financial close on the first 242-MW phase of the Overberg Wind Farm in South Africa.
Global Solar Council forecasts Africa solar capacity to double in four years
The Global Solar Council (GSC) has released its Africa Market Outlook for Solar PV 2025-2028 with an in-depth analysis of the continent’s solar photovoltaic (PV) growth in the next four years.
EU, Kazakhstan sign series of Global Gateway agreements worth over €200mn
The EU and Kazakhstan signed a series of deals aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation under the bloc's Global Gateway strategy as part of European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela’s visit to the Central Asian country.
Malaysia’s Okapi Technologies secures $2mn debt facility to expand solar financing
Malaysia-based climate fintech startup Okapi Technologies has secured a debt facility of up to $2mn, arranged by Aquila, to drive solar energy adoption across Southeast Asia
Malaysian Terabase Energy secures $130mn in SoftBank-led funding to expand solar technology
Solar technology firm Terabase Energy has raised $130mn in a funding round led by SoftBank, marking the largest investment in the company’s history,
Agrivoltaics seen as potential boon for Vietnam's agriculture, but policy hurdles remain
Economists and business insiders say integrating solar power into Vietnam's agriculture sector, known as agrivoltaics (APV), holds significant promise for clean energy generation and boosting farm incomes, but policy and investment challenges persist
Colombia's ISA's ambitious $33bn investment plan to 2040
Colombian infrastructure conglomerate, Isa, has unveiled an ambitious investment strategy, targeting between $28.4bn and $33.1bn by 2040.
Billion Watts technologies unveils 262MWh battery storage project in Taiwan
Billion Watts Technologies, a subsidiary of Billion Electric specialising in solar and energy storage, has successfully completed a 64MW/262.43MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in central Taiwan.
Nigeria partners with Oando Clean Energy for 1.2-GW solar module plant
Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency has partnered with Oando Clean Energy to develop a 1.2-GW solar module assembly plant, aiming to enhance the country’s renewable energy sector,
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