REM - Renewable Energy
Ten workers perish battling wildfires in Turkey
Minister says personnel became “trapped inside” a blaze after a change in the direction of the wind.
Colombia's Ecopetrol secures country's first major geothermal licence
Colombia's state-controlled oil company Ecopetrol has received approval to explore geothermal resources at the Azufral site in Nariño province, marking the nation's inaugural major deep geothermal initiative.
Colombia streamlines solar permits to accelerate clean energy build-out
Colombia unveiled regulatory reforms to accelerate environmental licensing for medium-scale solar projects between 10-100 MW, reducing approval timelines from 152 days to 40 days as part of broader renewable energy commitments.
Latin America urged to boost energy storage investment as renewables surge
The Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE) has issued stark warnings over inadequate investment levels in energy storage infrastructure across the region, as nations grapple with rapidly expanding renewable energy capacity.
Cuba connects two new solar farms to national grid as renewable push continues
Cuba has linked two additional solar farms to its National Electricity System (SEN), each with an installed capacity of 21.8 megawatts (MW), as part of a broader effort to expand renewable energy generation.
Greece's Metlen signs solar energy PPA with Copec in Chile
Greek energy conglomerate Metlen has secured a 15-year power purchase agreement with Copec EMOAC for the annual supply of 450 GWh of renewable electricity from four Chilean solar plants.
Number of Czech plug-in stations exceeds number of gas stations
The number of plug-in stations for electric vehicles in Czechia increased to 3,182 at the end of the first half of this year, the Czech Press Agency reported, quoting figures from the country’s Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Climate crisis is escalating essential food prices
A recent study has revealed that increasingly severe weather patterns linked to climate change are pushing up the prices of essential food items all around the globe, while also presenting broader dangers to public well-being.
Taiwan gears up for first ammonia-to-power project through Amogy–GreenHarvest partnership
Amogy, a US-based provider of ammonia-to-energy technology, has announced a partnership with Taiwan’s renewable energy company, GreenHarvest, to introduce Taiwan’s first ammonia-powered system.
EverEnviro's Indore compressed biogas plant sets new Indian benchmark
EverEnviro Resource Management, a Haryana-based renewable energy company, has announced that its compressed biogas (CBG) facility in Indore in Madhya Pradesh has emerged as the largest and most productive in India.
Serentica selects Sany Renewable for 336-MW wind project in India's Karnataka
Serentica Renewables has awarded Sany Renewable the contract to supply wind turbine generators (WTGs) for its upcoming 336 MW wind project in Karnataka in India, the company said in a press release on July 22.
No time left to avert drastic climate change, scientists warn
A new study from the University of Leeds has sounded an urgent alarm: the planet has passed a critical tipping point.
China’s clean-energy exports in 2024 deliver major global emissions impact
In 2024, China’s role in the global clean-energy transition has taken on new significance. The country's exports of low-carbon technologies——are now providing a meaningful reduction in emissions beyond its borders.
Climate disasters reshape insurance landscape amid soaring losses
The first half of 2025 brought staggering insurance losses driven by extreme weather, according to a report from reinsurance firm Gallagher Re.
Fossil fuels lose ground as renewables lead on cost – but infrastructure and financing risks loom
The global energy system is reaching a defining moment as renewable power continues to undercut fossil fuels in price, scale, and resilience.
South Korea to support Cambodia in reducing 680,000 tonnes of carbon emissions
This marks Seoul’s first overseas carbon reduction project under the framework of the Paris Agreement, and it was formally approved by the Cambodian government on July 18.
World has less than three years to avert worst climate impacts, scientists warn
A new global climate report warns that the world is on the brink of irreversible damage. The findings come amid sluggish international action ahead of COP30.
Tajikistan, Uzbekistan set initial electricity price for future Rogun hydropower exports
Tajikistan and Uzbekistan have struck an agreement that means future electricity supplies from the former’s Rogun Hydropower Plant (HPP), when power packages become available, will be exported to the Uzbek market at an initial price of $0.034/kWh.
Extreme heat to hit Istanbul, residents urged “stay indoors”
Holiday favourite Antalya also struggling with 40°C-45°C heatwave temperatures that could smash records.
ASEA introduces new air pollution controls for Mexico's petrol stations
Mexico's Agency for Safety, Energy and Environment has published new regulations establishing measures for controlling and monitoring atmospheric pollutant emissions at gasoline and diesel service stations nationwide, Mexico Business News reported.
Africa holds significant hydropower potential, says IHA in new report
The International Hydropower Association’s 2025 World Hydropower Outlook describes Africa’s hydropower sector as one of the most promising globally, with only 11% of its technical potential currently utilised.
Infinity Libya completes first solar power plant in Kufra
Renewable energy firm Infinity Libya, a subsidiary of Egypt's leading renewable energy company, Infinity Group, has completed Libya’s first solar power plant in the city of Kufra in partnership with the Al-Jawf Free Zone.
Mozambique's $6.4bn Mphanda Nkuwa hydropower plant to get World Bank funding
The World Bank has pledged to finance the construction of a $6.4bn hydropower project in northern Mozambique and associated electricity transmission infrastructure.
Chinese Hunan Kibing to build solar glass manufacturing plant in Egypt’s SCZone
China-based Hunan Kibing Solar Technology, a leading manufacturer of glass panels used in solar energy systems, plans to establish a facility in Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone).
AfDB approves $40mn to scale decentralised renewable energy solutions across Africa
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $40mn equity investment in Project Zafiri, a pioneering equity platform under Mission 300 initiative, which aims to connect an additional 300 million people in Africa to electricity by 2030.
Peru inaugurates 252 MW San Martín solar plant, its largest PV project to date
The government of Peru has formally commissioned the San Martín Solar photovoltaic facility, a 252.4 MWac plant located in La Joya, Arequipa, operated by Spanish firm Zelestra.
Burkina Faso signs 25-year deal for 150 MW solar project with storage, targets 2027 launch
Burkina Faso has signed a 25-year agreement with Netherlands-based developer Gutami Holding to construct a 150 MW solar power plant with 50 MWh of battery storage, scheduled to become operational in 2027.
BYD’s bus plant in Hungary books €20mn loss in 2024
Indonesia finalises second NDC to drive climate goals through 2035
Indonesia is entering the final phase of preparing its Second Nationally Determined Contribution (Second NDC), a critical climate strategy that will steer national emission reduction and sustainability efforts between 2031 and 2035
Malaysian PJBumi secures organic waste processing contract in Indonesia
PJBumi Bhd has secured a contract to supply its proprietary ADiRA BioReactor technology for a waste-to-resource project in Indonesia, marking a significant expansion of its green technology footprint in the region
Parishi Capital backs Navitas Solar with $4.7mn to help expand in India
Parishi Capital has invested a total of $4.7mn in Gujarat-based solar module manufacturer Navitas Solar across two funding rounds, supporting the company’s growth from a solar start-up into a prominent player in India’s green energy sector
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency posts 49% rise in Q1FY26 operating profit
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA), the state-owned non-banking financial company (NBFC), reported a 49% year-on-year increase in operating profit and a 30% rise in total income from operations
Brazil eases green rules ahead of COP30
Mozambique completes feasibility, environmental impact studies for 400-MW solar farm
Mozambique's Cahora Bassa Hydroelectric (HCB) has finished feasibility and environmental impact assessments for a 400-megawatt (MW) solar power project set to be constructed northwest of the country.
Dominion agrees to sell Dominican Republic solar portfolio for $375mn
Spanish renewable energy developer Dominion has agreed to sell its Dominican Republic solar portfolio for more than $375mn (€322.4mn), marking another step in the company's shift towards an asset-light business model.
Resalta acquires Statkraft's Croatian renewable energy business
Slovenia-based Resalta says it aims to support Croatia’s efforts to develop sustainable and reliable energy systems aligned with European climate goals.
Iran plans to boost renewable power capacity 15-fold by 2028
Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi says the government will do its utmost to scale up the country’s green energy capacity to 30,000 MW by August 2028.
Brazil says Belém can meet COP30 lodging demand
South African national utility Eskom delays return of Koeberg NPP Unit 1 to service
South Africa’s state-owned power utility Eskom has shared an update on the planned maintenance of Unit 1 at the Koeberg nuclear power plant (NPP) in Cape Town.
World Bank provides €360mn guarantee for Turkey’s climate action financing
The World Bank has approved a guarantee in the amount of €360mn for the Financing Adaptation for Growth Project in Turkey, according to a press release from the development bank.
Austrian group ANDRITZ wins contract to modernise Mozambique's Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa
Mozambique’s Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa (HCB) has awarded the Austrian firm ANDRITZ a contract to rehabilitate its Cahora Bassa hydropower plant.
India's New and Renewable Energy minister inaugurates 435-MW Gorbea solar project in Rajasthan
India’s Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, inaugurated the 435-MW Gorbea Solar Power Project in Rajasthan, developed by Zelestra India, the government of India said in a press release.
India's Andhra Pradesh declares Amaravati as state's Green Hydrogen Valley
Amaravati has been officially designated as the Green Hydrogen Valley of Andhra Pradesh by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu during the inauguration of the Green Hydrogen Summit 2025 held at SRM University-AP
Delegation of Vietnam’s ROX Group visits Kyrgyzstan to discuss progress on delivery of 1.9-GW solar power plant
The building of a 1.9-gigawatt solar power plant was top of the agenda as representatives of Vietnam-based international investment group ROX Group visited Kyrgyzstan.
Uzbekistan, Germany partner on climate resilience and smart irrigation in Central Asia
Uzbekistan has inked an agreement with Germany aimed at addressing growing climate risks and improving water management practices in Central Asia.
Kazakh activists face trial over nuclear referendum protests
Five activists in Kazakhstan have gone on trial for allegedly planning to incite unrest around the country’s 2024 referendum on nuclear energy, amid ongoing concerns from rights groups over the criminalisation of dissent.
Philippines grants green lane status to SteelAsia’s $525mn Quezon plant
SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp. (SAMC) has secured green lane status from the Philippine Board of Investments (BOI) for its planned steel plant worth PHP30bn (around $525mn) in Candelaria, Quezon.
Sri Lanka reaffirms 70% renewable energy target at ISA regional solar summit
Sri Lanka reaffirmed its national target of achieving 70% renewable energy in its electricity mix by 2030 at the second day of the Seventh Meeting of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Regional Committee for Asia and the Pacific
Bangladesh's Rooppur 1 nuclear plant begins hot testing phase ahead of grid connection
The first nuclear power unit at Bangladesh’s Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant has entered the hot testing stage as part of its ongoing commissioning process
Colombia launches national energy transition consultation
Colombia's Ministry of Energy has initiated a comprehensive national consultation aimed at mapping capabilities and requirements for an equitable energy transition.
Iraq turns to solar energy with 535 government projects and citizen incentives
Iraq's National Team for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects confirmed that the Baghdad government has decided to implement 535 projects in government institutions to generate electricity through solar energy.
Laos Monsoon wind farm set for full operations by late August
The Monsoon Wind Project, Laos’ first and Southeast Asia’s largest onshore wind farm, is expected to become fully operational by late August or early September 2025, according to Khanti Seelavongsa, Deputy Governor of Sekong Province.
EBRD extends €25mn loan to Istanbul-listed Ofis for green livestock feed production
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a €25mn loan to livestock feed producer Ofis Yem (OFSYM), according to a statement from the development bank.
IBC Solar consolidates African presence with acquisition of majority SOLARWORLD Africa stake
German solar energy systems provider IBC Solar has said its recent acquisition of a majority stake in South Africa-based SOLARWORLD Africa is a "key" step in its drive to grow its market share on the continent.
Solarise Africa commissions 1MW solar project at top South African farm
Pan-African renewable energy company, Solarise Africa, has switched on a 1-megawatt solar system at a large farm in western South Africa.
Egypt approves golden licences for three projects, including Masdar's 200MW wind farm in Suez Gulf
UAE-based renewable energy firm Masdar has secured a golden license from Egypt to develop a 200MW wind farm in the Gulf of Suez.
Thailand accelerates solar power push
Currently, Thailand boasts the largest solar capacity in the ASEAN region, with more than 3 GW of installed solar capacity as of 2024.
Indonesian financial services authority launches guidebook to strengthen carbon market integrity and literacy
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) has introduced a new guidebook titled “Understanding Carbon Trading for the Financial Services Sector” to help financial institutions and the wider public navigate the risks and potential of the country’
Energys secures planning approval for Victoria’s first green hydrogen facility
Australia’s hydrogen company Energys has received planning approval for its green hydrogen production facility in Hastings, Victoria, following what the company described as 18 months of engagement with the Victorian planning system
Kawan Renergy secures $8.3mn gas turbine co-generation project in Port Klang
Kawan Renergy Bhd has secured a contract worth approximately $8.3mn (MYR38.81mn) from Gas Malaysia Energy Advance Sdn Bhd (GMEA) for the construction of a gas turbine co-generation system at the FGV IFFCO Sdn Bhd facility in Port Klang’s Pandamaran
Philippines' EDC allocates $51mn to upgrade Palinpinon geothermal plant
Energy Development Corporation (EDC) is allocating nearly PHP3bn (approximately $51mn) to enhance the capacity of its Palinpinon 1 geothermal facility in Negros Oriental, demonstrating a continued push towards more reliable and sustainable energy.
New Delhi clears higher investment limit for NTPC’s green energy arm to boost renewable energy capacity
The Indian government has approved an enhanced investment limit for state-owned NTPC Limited and its green energy subsidiaries to accelerate renewable energy development, according to a press release issued by the Government of India dated July 16.
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