REM - Renewable Energy
Colombia calls new renewables auction ahead of Petro exit to bolster power supply
Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy has launched a new renewable energy auction to be held before July 31, aiming to secure long-term electricity supply and reduce exposure to price volatility
Dongfeng expands Cuba EV charging network with solar integration
China-backed Dongfeng Cuba plans to roll out a network of electric vehicle charging stations across multiple Cuban provinces, incorporating photovoltaic systems to ease pressure on the national grid, the company said
Uzbekistan creates Besqala Mining Valley cryptomining zone with tax breaks through 2034
Uzbekistan has approved the creation of a dedicated cryptocurrency mining zone in Karakalpakstan. It aims to attract investment and support the use of renewable energy.
Uzbek uranium producer Navoiyuran kicks off mining operations at Qizilkok deposit
State-owned Uzbek uranium producer Navoiyuran has commenced mining operations at the Qizilkok deposit in the central-northwestern region of Navoi.
Kyrgyzstan pushes for formalised compensation mechanism covering upstream water provision to downstream neighbours
Kyrgyzstan, an upstream state in Central Asia, wants a formalised compensation mechanism under which downstream states in the region would help to fund upstream water infrastructure vital to sustaining their agriculture and energy supplies.
Iran's Tehran dam storage levels remain precarious after six years of drought
Tehran dam storage remains precarious with Lar reservoir at just 2% capacity and Taleghan down 54% year on year, despite a 59% rise in national rainfall after six consecutive years of drought.
Developing countries must not bear climate burden alone, Central Asian leaders say
Presidents tell Regional Ecological Summit in Astana the global shift to a low-carbon economy risks deepening inequality unless it is managed fairly with stronger support for developing countries.
Kazakhstan pushes for regional cooperation on climate as threats increase
Kazakhstan’s Ecology Minister Yerlan Nysanbayev called for deeper cooperation across Central Asia to tackle shared environmental issues ahead of the Regional Ecological Summit in Astana.
Singapore partners with US to build nuclear regulatory expertise
The National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore has signed a memorandum of cooperation (MOC) with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to develop regulatory skills as Singapore accelerates its study into nuclear energy deployment
Tata Power advances bio-CNG-led rural energy model in India’s Uttar Pradesh
Tata Power (NSE: TATAPOWER) is scaling up its push into decentralised clean energy with a bio-CNG-integrated microgrid initiative in Uttar Pradesh, aimed at reducing diesel dependence and strengthening rural livelihoods.
India adds record wind power capacity in 2025
India added a record 6.3 GW of wind power capacity in 2025, nearly doubling installations from 3.4 GW in the previous year and emerging as the world’s third-largest market for new additions.
Philippines launches solar energy drive for rural workers
The Philippine Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is intensifying the deployment of solar-powered and renewable energy solutions for the agricultural and transport sectors, the agency announced on April 20.
South Korea SK On enters Japan ESS market
The battery production division of the South Korean conglomerate SK Group announced on April 21 that it will launch a Japanese branch before the end of April.
Taiwan risks missing 2030 renewables goal
The government said it would reduce its 2030 geothermal capacity target to 200MW, down from a previously announced 1.2GW under a 2025 decarbonisation plan, representing a cut of more than 80%.
HD Renewable Energy, Tokyo Gas come together on 340MW storage push
HD Renewable Energy has entered into a partnership with Tokyo Gas Co to develop approximately 340MW of battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in Japan, as the country steps up efforts to stabilise its power grid.
India’s Adani pushes into nuclear power with new subsidiary
Adani Power has established a new subsidiary as it moves into nuclear energy, signalling a shift by India’s largest private thermal power producer towards diversification.
Myanmar seeks foreign help on waste-to-energy systems
Myanmar is moving to strengthen its energy sector by seeking technical cooperation on waste-to-energy systems and modern power grid management.
China-Laos 500kV power link begins operation
Laos power imports jump as renewables boost supply
Electricity imports from Laos to Vietnam surged in early 2026, strengthening supply as new renewable projects came online.
Poland's Enea to hike 2026 capex to PLN9bn with coal spend outpacing renewables
Polish utility Enea announced on April 21 that it intended to increase its capital expenditure to approximately PLN9bn (€2.1bn) in 2026, marking a significant rise from the PLN6.2bn (€1.5bn) projected for 2025.
Danish firm partners with Thailand to deploy clean energy
A Danish engineering firm has joined forces with regional partners to introduce cleaner energy technologies in Thailand.
Egypt to connect 500MW solar project to national grid in May
Egyptian Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Mahmoud Essmat, announced that the second phase of the Obelisk solar power project in Nagaa Hammadi
Ukraine ramps up bioethanol production as EU fuel prices surge
Ukrainian companies are accelerating investment in bioethanol production, seeking to capitalise on rising demand and sharply increasing prices for ecological fuels in the EU.
Kyrgyzstan to commence solar power plant pilot project under PPP
Kyrgyzstan will commence a pilot project to construct a solar power plant in the southeastern region of Naryn under a public-private partnership (PPP), with the project backed by the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC).
India’s renewable surge hits critical mass as solar drives structural shift
Much of this has been underpinned by falling technology costs and a hard fought push for energy security in which the pace of expansion over the past 12–18 months has been particularly notable.
Egypt advances green hydrogen ambitions with Alexandria project
A four-company consortium has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore developing a major green hydrogen hub in Alexandria
Kazakhstan officially approves plan to build at least three nuclear power plants by 2050
Kazakhstan’s Atomic Energy Agency has officially approved a plan to build at least three nuclear power plants (NPPs) by 2050, with the first project already under implementation, according to a statement released by the agency on April 17.
Indonesian Pertamina Geothermal Energy to launch hydrogen generator rental service
State-owned PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGEO) plans to diversify into the hydrogen sector by launching a fuel cell-based generator rental service, the company confirmed in a regulatory disclosure
Philippines approves $6.3mn solar factory in Batangas
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza) has authorised a PHP370mn ($6.3mn) solar manufacturing investment in Batangas to bolster the country’s renewable energy supply chain.
Taiwan to collect $142mn in debut carbon levy
Taiwan anticipates gathering approximately TWD4.5bn ($142.8mn) in revenue from its first mandatory carbon fee collection by May 31, the Ministry of Environment (MOENV) reported on April 21.
India's Sterling and Wilson bags $380mn domestic solar orders
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (NSE: SWSOLAR) has secured new domestic orders worth about INR35.5bn ($380mn), according to a stock exchange filing dated April 20.
Colombia's renewables race against a 2027 deficit, solar surges, wind stalls and $5bn remains unfunded
Colombia hit a symbolic energy milestone in 2025, generating more electricity from solar panels than from coal for the first time in its history
Brazil’s Lula pushes green shift and job safeguards
Turkey’s wind energy industry now a full-fledged ecosystem, says trade association
Turkey’s wind energy sector has developed to the point where industry figures are billing it as a full-fledged ecosystem.
Jordan’s Philos Al-Rif powers 278 sites for $1.3mn
South Africa’s Mulilo reaches financial close on 240MW Middlepunt solar project
Mulilo has reached financial close on the 240MW Middlepunt solar project in South Africa’s Free State, marking the first project under the latest REIPPPP round.
Indonesia, UAE to expand Cirata floating solar capacity
Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will expand the Cirata floating solar power plant in West Java to 192 megawatt peak (MWp), marking a fresh escalation in Jakarta’s renewable energy rollout
India’s renewable capacity seen at 359 GW by FY30
India’s renewable energy capacity is expected to reach 359 GW by FY30 as the country accelerates efforts to meet rising electricity demand and reinforce energy security.
China’s Leapmotor explores potential Uzbekistan EV production
China’s Leapmotor is considering launching electric vehicle (EV) production in Uzbekistan, following talks with government officials in Tashkent.
Iraq’s Anu wins UNDP contract to deliver solar irrigation systems in Basra and Maysan
Anu for General Trading and Energy Solutions in Iraq has been awarded a contract by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to supply and install solar energy systems, electric pumps, and sprinkler irrigation systems across Basra and Maysan.
Laos pushes electric trucks to cut fuel reliance
Laos is accelerating efforts to reduce dependence on imported fuel by promoting the use of electric trucks, following a new nationwide cooperation agreement signed in Vientiane.
Brazil opens hydrogen plant
White Martins has opened a green hydrogen plant in Jacareí, São Paulo state, marking its second facility in Brazil and its first at industrial scale, the company said.
Togo launches solar minigrid tender for 27 rural sites
Malaysia, Singapore fast-track green tech in special economic zone
Malaysia and Singapore are accelerating the development of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) and deepening cooperation in green technologies as the 2026 Middle East energy crisis threatens regional stability
Skye Renewables secures $15mn to scale solar assets in Southeast Asia
Singapore-based solar developer Skye Renewables Energy Pte Ltd has secured a $15mn funding facility from responsAbility Investments AG to accelerate its expansion across Southeast Asia
India eyes global clean energy leadership with hydrogen, nuclear push
India is positioning itself as a major global player in the clean energy landscape through a calibrated blend of policy support, technological innovation and industry participation, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said, according to a government press
Poland's PGE to markedly up 2026 CAPEX, pegs strategy review to EU carbon reforms
Poland’s major power group PGE said on April 16 it planned to increase its capital expenditure by several dozen per cent this year, adding that it will present an update to its strategy in September.
Botswana, Omani group Naqaa Sustainable Energy LLC launch construction of 500MW solar power project
Botswana’s government launched the construction of a 500-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic power plant and 500MWh battery storage system on April 16, three days after signing the contract in Oman.
Envusa Energy commissions 140MW wind farm to power Anglo American’s South African PGM mines
Envusa Energy has commissioned a 140MW wind farm in South Africa’s Northern Cape to supply renewable power to Anglo American’s PGM mining operations
Poro Power reaches financial close on Korhogo solar project in Ivory Coast
Poro Power 1 has secured an initial €43mn ($50.7mn) from a €65mn ($76.7mn) green bond, reaching financial close for its 66MW Korhogo solar project in northern Ivory Coast.
Paraguay eyes $1bn Singapore carbon windfall investments
Paraguay’s government expects carbon credit investments from Singapore to exceed $1bn, following a high-level diplomatic mission to Asunción led by Singapore’s Sustainability and Environment Minister Grace Fu
Kazakhstan rises to 24th in Climatescope clean energy ranking
Climatescope ranking of clean energy investment attractiveness among emerging markets, up from 54th in 2017.
Bangladesh RMG output falls up to 30% amid energy crunch
Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) sector has seen production capacity drop by 25–30% due to acute shortages of gas and electricity, industry leaders said, warning that the disruption is undermining export competitiveness.
Vena Energy funds 80.6MW solar site in Philippines
Singapore-based Vena Energy, an independent renewable energy producer with a regional portfolio exceeding 40GW, has successfully finalised the funding for its Astra Solar Power Project in Currimao, Ilocos Norte, in the Philippines.
India showcases 18 hydrogen startups, pushes funding drive
India’s growing hydrogen startup ecosystem took centre stage as the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organised a one-day Hydrogen Startup Exhibition, bringing together 18 early-stage firms working across the green hydrogen value chain.
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