REM - Renewable Energy
Malaysian company MN Holdings secures $5.5mn contract for solar PV plant in Kulim, Kedah
MN Holdings Bhd has sealed a contract valued at $5.5mn for the engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of a large-scale solar photovoltaic plant in Kulim, Kedah.
Indonesia advances floating solar innovation by launching Solar2Wave project
In March, a collaborative effort between several companies and universities unveiled a prototype aimed at harnessing solar power, which represents a significant leap in renewable energy initiatives.
Chile's Corfo to offer over 500 photovoltaic and wind energy scholarships
Chile's state Production Development Corporation has announced that it will award over 500 specialised scholarships, targeting individuals in both northern and southern Chile.
Baron Oil blames wind farm construction for losing UK oil and gas licence
London-listed explorer Baron Oil has blamed wind farm construction for its failure to fulfil obligations at a UK North Sea oil and gas licence.
Costa Rica faces historic decline in renewable energy production
The Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE) anticipates a significant drop in renewable energy output, marking a nearly 10% decrease in renewable energy generation, confirmed by the institution's executive president.
Chinese investment in electrochemical energy storage facility breaks ground in Uzbekistan
Less than 60 companies linked to 80% of GHG emissions since 2016
Just 57 fossil fuel and cement producers were responsible for 80% of global fossil CO2 emissions since the Paris Agreement, says a new report.
US Treasury Secretary won’t rule out tariffs on China’s green exports, EU launches probe
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, while visiting China, said she will not rule out more tariffs on China’s green exports such as solar products and electric vehicles.
Diamondback may power Permian operations with nuclear power
Diamondback Energy and Oklo have signed a letter of intent for supplies of 50 MW of nuclear power for the oil company’s operations in the Permian Basin.
GES, Provaris team up for Dutch hydrogen import terminal
Global Energy Storage and Provaris Energy have teamed up to develop a gaseous hydrogen import facility at the GES terminal in the Dutch port of Rotterdam.
Norway's Sleipner field switches to partial onshore power
Equinor’s Sleipner field, along with the Gudrun platform and other associated fields are now partly operating on clean power delivered from the shore, as a result of an electrification project that is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 160,000 tpy.
Atlantic Lithium officials, managers have invested $3.4mn in shares to propel Ghana mine's growth
Armenia to receive €25mn EIB loan for energy efficiency programme
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €25mn loan to Armenia to support the second phase of a programme to improve the energy efficiency of buildings and structures across Yerevan.
China's CHN Energy eyes $1bn renewable power push in Cambodia
Chinese state-owned Energy giant CHN energy Investment Group is eyeing a $1bn investment in Cambodia's renewable energy sector, focusing on solar and hydropower projects
Russian oil giant Zarubezhneft sets sights on Vietnam's offshore wind boom
Russian state-owned oil and gas company Zarubezhneft is seeking to diversify its portfolio in Vietnam, venturing beyond its traditional focus on hydrocarbon exploration and production.
Westinghouse picks seven local companies to help build Poland's first nuclear power plant
In a bid to reduce coal’s role in power generation, Poland plans to build two nuclear power plants totalling 6 to 9 GW in capacity. Poland’s previous government identified the consortium of Westinghouse and Bechtel to lead the project.
Brazil added 4 GW of solar energy in Q1, large-scale projects grow
Brazil has significantly bolstered its solar energy capacity adding 4 GW to its electricity matrix in the first quarter, according to the Brazilian Photovoltaic Energy Association (Absolar).
Levels of the three most dangerous human-caused GHGs at record highs
Concentrations of CO2, methane and nitrous oxide climbed to record levels in the global atmosphere in 2023, contributing ever more to the climate crisis. This is according to scientists from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Jordan outlines plans to become hydrogen hub
Jordan's energy minister has unveiled comprehensive plans to establish the country as a leading green hydrogen hub.
Grid bottlenecks on the way in Europe?
A new analysis by the energy think-tank Ember has found that several countries in Europe could soon face bottlenecks in their national transmission energy grids, as more solar and wind power will be generated than these networks have capacity for.
Taiwanese power infrastructure tested by M7.4 earthquake
Taiwan's power plants and ports came to a standstill on April 3 following a formidable earthquake striking the island's eastern coast.
Vietnam unveils ambitious power plan: LNG, renewables & grid expansion
Vietnam has laid out a comprehensive roadmap for its power sector with Decision No. 262/QD-TTg. The plan prioritises a mix of imported liquefied natural gas, domestic gas, and renewable energy sources to achieve a total capacity of 56.3 GW by 2030
REM: China’s planned Mingyang wind turbine manufacturing in Scotland named a “priority”
China’s planned Mingyang wind turbine manufacturing in Scotland named a “priority”
A planned wind turbine manufacturing plant by Mingyang of China in Scotland is on a shortlist of 10 “priority projects”
Japan’s hydrogen program makes advances using nuclear tech
Japan is poised to explore hydrogen production through advanced nuclear technology, aiming to commence field trials as early as 2028, according to sources familiar with the matter
Iran’s sole nuclear power plant generates 7.6bn kWh of power in last Persian calendar year
Iran’s only nuclear power plant churned out more than 7.6bn kilowatt hours of electricity in the last Persian calendar year which concluded on March 19, its CEO said as the country marked the National Day of Nuclear Energy.
Africa Data Centres, DPA Southern Africa break ground on solar farm in Free State, South Africa
Indonesia advances solar panel ecosystem, unveils decarbonisation plans
The Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment has unveiled Indonesia's strides in establishing a solar panel ecosystem, from upstream to downstream phases, aimed at enhancing the nation's renewable energy sector
Disaster season: heat waves sweep the world – in charts and maps
In the last week temperatures have soared, breaking monthly records in nearly half the countries on the planet. In much of Europe temperatures have reached those of mid-summer in the first week of April.
Hungary to provide €140mn to Bosnia’s Republika Srpska for energy projects
Hungary will provide €140mn to Bosnia & Herzegovina’s Republika Srpska for several energy projects, the entity’s government said in a statement on April 5.
World Bank launches $1.4bn programme to transform Ethiopia's electricity sector
In a bid to bolster Ethiopia's electricity network, enhance financial sustainability in the sector, and foster renewable energy generation through private sector involvement, the World Bank has announced the launch of a groundbreaking programme.
ECOWAS addresses regional energy challenges
The Economic Community of West African States highlighted achievements in energy production in the region during the weekly engagement with the regional media
Bangladesh and Rosatom discuss potential expansion of nuclear power projects at Rooppur
During a meeting with Rosatom Director General Alexei Likhachev, Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed interest in expanding nuclear power capacity at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant
India’s Adani Group investment aims to revolutionise energy sector
The Adani Group is poised to revolutionise India's energy landscape with an investment of $27.6bn towards renewable energy expansion and manufacturing capacities by 2030
Japan and UNDP deliver solar power systems to Albania
The installations, which will be placed in various public buildings including high schools, kindergartens and municipal offices, are part of efforts to introduce sustainable energy solutions within local communities.
INTERVIEW: Sunny climates and government incentives drive Balkan solar markets
Elen managing partner Lulzim Syla outlines the potential of the solar markets in Kosovo, Albania, and North Macedonia in an interview with bne IntelliNews.
Harita Nickel's renewable energy initiative plans for 300-MW solar power plant unveiled
Trimegah Bangun Persada, operating under the name Harita Nickel, has disclosed plans to construct a substantial 300-MW solar power plant within its nickel processing hub on Obi Island, situated in South Halmahera, North Maluku
Indonesian company Chandra Asri Group and Perum Jasa Tirta II forge partnership for green energy initiative
PT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk (Chandra Asri Group) has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the state-owned water firm Perum Jasa Tirta II (PJT II) for green energy initiatives
Zakarpattia region emerges as leader in green energy self-sufficiency
Private households in Zakarpattia have installed 4,836 green generating units, collectively boasting a total generating capacity of 138 MW. Green energy sources cover up to 31% of the region's total load during peak hours in the summer months.
Brazil's distributed solar generation surpasses 28 GW, creates nearly 1mn jobs
Brazil's distributed solar generation has surpassed 28 GW of operational installed capacity, according to the Brazilian Association of Photovoltaic Solar Energy.
Study advocates nuclear energy investment for India's development and net zero goals
A recent study conducted by academics at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, highlights the crucial role of nuclear energy investments in India's journey towards becoming a developed country by 2047
Bangladesh's energy sector shifts from tariff adjustments to rooftop solar opportunities
The Bangladesh government's recent decision to hike power tariffs for all consumer categories reflects a strategic move to address the imbalance between power generation costs and corresponding revenue
Enel Colombia El Paso solar park reaches 99.5 MWdc capacity
Enel Green Power, the business line of Enel Colombia, has started up operations at the El Paso solar park in Colombia, contributing 67.92 MW of net effective capacity.
Mexico's clean energy body proposes green hydrogen project for isolated communities
Georgina Izquierdo, director of Mexico’s National Institute of Electricity and Clean Energy, has published a proposal for a green hydrogen demonstration project targeted at isolated communities
Colombia’s governing party candidate in Puebla promises solar panels production, cable-bus lines
Alejandro Armenta, the candidate of the coalition "Let's Keep Making History" for the governorship of Puebla, has unveiled ambitious plans for the state's infrastructure and renewable energy sector
Power outages threaten Tajikistan as water in Nurek hydropower reservoir falls towards “dead” level
Serbia pushes to end nuclear moratorium
Serbia's power industry is urging the abolition of the nuclear moratorium, which has been in place since 1989, Balkan Green Energy News reported on April 3.
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