REM - Renewable Energy
Climate alarm bells ringing loud as planet enters uncharted territory in 2024 – in charts & graphs
“Life on planet Earth is under siege. We are now in an uncharted territory. For several decades scientists have consistently warned of a future marked by extreme climatic conditions because of escalating global temperatures."
'Extreme dependence' on Chinese solar panels in US, says report
REM: Antarctic ice melt barriers disappearing twice as fast
Antarctic ice melt barriers disappearing twice as fast
Undersea anchors of ice that help prevent Antarctica’s land ice from slipping into the ocean are shrinking at more than twice the rate compared with 50 years ago, research shows.
Hydrogen could have much bigger climate impact than thought, study suggests
Deploying 'clean' hydrogen could lead to significantly different climate outcomes depending on often-overlooked factors in climate impact evaluations.
EU parliament, member states reach preliminary deal on carbon removal framework rules
The European Parliament and EU member states have reached a provisional agreement on regulation to establish an EU carbon removal certification framework.
Spain's Naturgy beats profit expectations in 2023
Net profits at Spanish gas and power group Naturgy surpassed expectations in 2023, rising by more than 20%.
Serbia's energy minister explores renewable energy cooperation with Greece's Copelouzos Group
Brazil attracts multi-billion investment for green transition
Brazil's efforts to accelerate its green transition and attract foreign investment in decarbonisation received significant monetary commitments from multilateral agencies during the G20 meetings.
Regulatory delays stall $5.8bn investments in Mexico's wind energy
European Hydrogen Bank collects 8.5 GW in project bids
Green hydrogen projects with a combined electrolyser capacity of 8.5 GW have applied for funding from the EU’s European Hydrogen Bank.
Turkey has taken “political decision” to award Russia second nuclear plant project site, says Rosatom CEO
World Future Energy Summit to address critical renewable energy, sustainability issues
Laos details Luang Prabang Hydro Dam Project, addresses relocation concerns
The Lao Ministry of Energy recently hosted a meeting to share information about the Luang Prabang Hydroelectric Dam project on the Mekong River.
CIP aims to spark Vietnam's offshore wind industry with La Gan project
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, a major global renewable energy investor, is forging ahead with plans to develop Vietnam's offshore wind power industry, using the La Gan project in Binh Thuan province as a catalyst
Azerbaijan to serve as north-south climate finance "bridge" at COP29
Azerbaijan aspires to position itself as a “bridge” for climate finance between the global south and the global north.
Large floating PV project starts work in Malaysia
In Malaysia, TC Sunenergy Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Tan Chong Group, has successfully launched its 20-MW floating large-scale solar photovoltaic plant in Serendah
Japan – UK nuclear tie-up to help move nuclear fusion to the next level
Kyoto Fusioneering and the UK Atomic Energy Authority have inked a collaboration agreement aimed at propelling tritium breeding blanket technology from its conceptual phase toward commercialization
AsiaElec: Clone of Taiwan's Changbin Industrial Park completes major near-shore floating solar project
Taiwan's Changbin Industrial Park completes major near-shore floating solar project
Ciel & Terre Taiwan, in collaboration with HEXA Renewables, has successfully concluded the construction of one of Taiwan's largest near-shore floating solar projects within the Changbin Industrial Park, located in Changhua County
OMV Petrom gets €50mn grant to build 55MW green H2 plant
Geothermal company under scrutiny after gas leak incident in North Sumatra
The Mining Advocacy Network is urging the government to take legal action against a geothermal company following a suspected gas leak incident that has affected hundreds of residents in North Sumatra.
Indonesian government revises regulations to boost rooftop solar power adoption
The government has taken steps to enhance the utilisation of solar energy for electricity generation through rooftop solar power plants with the issuance of Minister of Energy and Mineral Resource Regulation No. 2/2024.
Vietnam eyes Laos wind power to address shortages, despite grid challenges
Vietnam is considering proposals from Laos to purchase nearly 4.15GW of wind power, aiming to address potential electricity shortages and secure cost-competitive sources.
Kazakhstan to commission 243 MW of renewable energy-based electricity generating capacity
Ethiopia's electricity powers 11% of Kenya's daily consumption
Indonesia explores hydropower potential for green hydrogen production
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is unveiling an outlook for sustainable energy development, spotlighting Papua's vast hydropower potential, which has garnered international interest, particularly from Japan.
Singapore's water management system seeks to combat water scarcity
Polish embassy interested in Kalimantan's palm shell for renewable energy source
Representatives from the Embassy of the Republic of Poland, during their visit to the Dwikora Port in Pontianak, expressed keen interest in utilising palm shells from West Kalimantan as a source of raw material for renewable energy.
World Bank agrees Afghanistan CASA-1000 power project restart amid neighbouring nations’ “stranded asset” fears
Attempts to attract private financing get nowhere. International financing institution says work resumption will be “ring-fenced” to safeguard construction payments and future revenue.
Turkey’s installed solar capacity surpasses wind
Bosnia's Solar Energy wants to build 65 MWp solar plant
Deal struck by France to mine Mongolian uranium faces difficulties amid pre-election turbulence
Russian RusHydro hydropower major ups profit 26% in 2023
Russian state hydropower major RusHydro has reported a revenue increase of 9% year on year to RUB217bn in 2023 under Russian Accounting Standards (RAS), with a net profit rise of 26% y/y to RUB33bn ($350mn).
Malaysia signs MOU with Nigeria for palm biomass development
The National Palm Produce Association of Nigeria has unveiled an initiative, revealing the Federal Government's signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malaysian government to advance palm biomass development in Nigeria
President Jokowi unveils Makassar new port and centralised wastewater management system
World Bank says Emerging Europe needs tougher targets to reach net zero by 2060
New World Bank report charts path to net zero energy in Emerging Europe and Central Asia, but says current ambitions are too modest.
Petrobras’ push into solar waiting for clearer regulatory framework
Teraco to build 120-MW utility-scale solar facility in South Africa
With decisive actions, net zero energy is within reach in Emerging Europe and Central Asia, says new World Bank report
A new World Bank report released today lays out pathways for countries in the emerging Europe and Central Asia region to make the shift towards renewable energy and reduce their fossil fuel dependence.
With decisive actions, net zero energy is within reach in the Emerging Europe and Central Asia, says new World Bank report
A new World Bank report released today lays out pathways for countries in the emerging Europe and Central Asia region to make the shift towards renewable energy and reduce their fossil fuel dependence.
REM: With decisive actions, net zero energy is within reach in the Emerging Europe and Central Asia, says new World Bank report
Asia-Pacific on track for continued gas demand growth for at least 15 years: WoodMac
Natural gas demand in the Asia-Pacific will continue growing for the next 15 years, but the outlook after that point will depend on how the energy transition progresses.
MET Group starts construction of 23-MW solar park in Hungary
MET Group, an integrated energy company based in Switzerland with Hungarian roots, announced the start of construction of a 23-MW solar park on 32 hectares in east Hungary (Kaba) on February 21.
EU grants €7 million, EBRD allocates €28 million for Georgias Enguri Dam renovation
President Jokowi unveils centralised wastewater management system in Makassar
President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo marked a significant milestone with the official inauguration of the Centralised Domestic Wastewater Management System in Losari, Makassar, South Sulawesi.
Hungarian government to thwart local referendum on controversial battery recycling plant
CKP navigates challenges, boasts strong 2023 performance driven by high water levels
CK Power Public Company Limited, a leading producer of renewable energy in Southeast Asia, reported revenue of THB10.9bn for fiscal year 2023.
PANNIER: There’s 21st century "gold" in them thar Central Asian hills
Poor nations Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan hoping for a critical raw materials bonanza.
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