REM - Renewable Energy
Ecuador boosts UK ties with Hydro Industries contract
The British Embassy in Quito announced that British company Hydro Industries secured three transformative water treatment contracts across Ecuador, representing the largest commercial transaction by a UK firm in the country in recent years.
Gulf region sees temperatures spike above 52°C (125.6°F) as electricity grids buckle
Iraq forecasts seven provinces to exceed 52°C on Friday as extreme summer heat continues with temperatures reaching half the boiling point across southern regions.
Egypt and Greece to accelerate sub-sea power interconnection project
Egypt and Greece have agreed to accelerate the 3GW Egypt–Europe electricity interconnection project via Cyprus, which aims to export renewable energy from Egypt via the development of multiple solar and wind power projects.
Indonesia–Taiwan energy compact could unlock floating solar and offshore wind potential
Taiwan’s Cathay Life Insurance’s $1.64bn purchase of a 50% stake in Ørsted’s 583 MW Greater Changhua 4 offshore wind farm last December signaled more than an investment shift, it underscored Taiwanese financial institutions' growth
Philippines integrates hazard mapping with energy disaster system
The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) have formed a partnership to boost disaster preparedness in the energy sector by embedding real-time hazard information into planning and operations.
China’s solar capacity growth expected to ease in late 2025 after policy shift
China’s expansion of solar power capacity is projected to decelerate in the latter half of 2025, following the removal of guaranteed pricing for renewable projects.
Russia to finance long-cycle equipment for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear plant
Russian preferential export financing for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant (NPP) will reportedly be used for long-cycle equipment and major construction works, including the reactor, steam generators and main circulation pumps.
India crosses 100-GW solar PV module manufacturing capacity
India has reached a significant milestone, with its solar PV module manufacturing capacity enlisted under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) crossing the 100 GW mark, according to a government press release dated August 13.
German search engine backs Brazilian reforestation push
Morocco launches international tender for $6.2mn hybrid solar-diesel power plant in El Guerguarat
Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) launched an international tender for the construction of $6.18mn hybrid solar-diesel power plant with battery storage in El Guerguarat.
Helleniq Energy enters Bulgaria with 123 MW solar deal
Greece's Helleniq Energy has acquired a 123-megawatt solar project with battery storage in southern Bulgaria, marking its entry into the Bulgarian renewable market.
Lithuanian minister in trouble over South America trip, now probed over wind farm rule overhaul
Global warming is fuelling more powerful, wetter hurricanes
Climate change is cranking up the intensity of tropical cyclones, with warmer seas and a hotter atmosphere providing more fuel for storms that can devastate communities far inland, Bloomberg Green reports.
North Macedonia opens public consultation on draft renewable energy law
North Macedonia’s Ministry of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources said that it launched a 30-day public consultation on the draft law on the use of energy from renewable sources.
Fortis adds Turkey’s Cobanlar Biogas power plant to portfolio
Fortis Energy has added the 3.55-MWe Cobanlar Biogas Power Plant in Turkey, to its portfolio of renewable energy assets.
AES Chile selects Vestas as wind project partner
AES Chile has selected Vestas as its strategic partner for the wind component of the Pampas hybrid project in Taltal, Antofagasta Region, marking another milestone in Chile's renewable energy expansion.
New hybrid hydro-solar projects planned for Laos
Electricité du Laos has unveiled a programme to expand renewable energy capacity through new hydropower and solar initiatives, while modernising the national grid to improve reliability.
Lithium Argentina posts strong Q2 results
Mexico's Pemex explores lithium extraction from oilfield brines in diversification push
Enery and Rezolv Energy secure major share in Romania’s second CfD auction
Austria’s Enery Elements and Czech Rezolv Energy have each won roughly one-third of the capacity awarded in Romania’s second CfD auction, part of an EU-backed scheme to develop 1.5 GW of new photovoltaic capacity by 2030.
Rosatom academy to train up to 2,000 staff for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant
Rosatom Technical Academy will train between 1,500 and 2,000 specialists to operate Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant (NPP), TASS reported on August 12, citing academy headmaster Yuri Seleznev.
ASEAN is going nuclear – it's just a matter of time
Across the ASEAN bloc, energy security, surging data-centre demand and net-zero pledges are nudging governments to revisit their nuclear options.
Sri Lanka greenlights consultancy tender for floating solar power projects
Sri Lanka is set to advance its renewable energy ambitions with the Cabinet of Ministers approving the commencement of a procurement process to engage consultancy services for floating solar power projects
Indonesia prioritises domestic gas supply, delays imports in 2025
Indonesia has not imported any gas so far in 2025, as the government channels domestic production to meet local demand while restricting exports, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said on August 11
Conrad Asia Energy advances Aceh gas projects with seismic campaign and resource upgrade
Singapore-based Conrad Asia Energy has outlined fresh operational milestones and resource estimates for its two wholly owned offshore production sharing contracts (PSCs) in Indonesia, signalling progress toward commercialising significant natural gas
India approves Tato-II hydro project in Arunachal Pradesh
India’s Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved an investment of INR81.46bn ($940mn) for the construction of the Tato-II Hydro Electric Project (HEP) in Shi Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh
Construction begins on Azerbaijan’s largest solar power plant in Bilasuvar
Construction has started on what is set to become Azerbaijan’s largest solar power plant (SPP), a 445-megawatt facility in the Bilasuvar district.
The climate crisis is pushing California’s destructive wildfire season earlier — by weeks
Wildfire season in California is starting earlier than it used to — in some parts of the state, by more than 10 weeks compared with the 1990s — and scientists say climate change is a major reason why.
Study finds black carbon emissions significantly underestimated in Global South
Black carbon emissions in low- and middle-income countries across the “Global South” may be nearly 40% higher than previously believed, according to new research from Washington University in St. Louis in the US.
South Korea – Vietnam MOU to increase green power development
South Korea and Vietnam have signed a series of memoranda of understanding to strengthen collaboration in renewable energy and nuclear power development.
Colombian Navy unveils Latin America's first hydrogen maritime prototype
Colombia's Navy has launched the Vector H2, Latin America's inaugural hydrogen-powered maritime vessel prototype, marking a significant milestone in the region's clean energy transition, according to naval technology highlights.
Iran launches new solar power plants in bid to tackle energy shortfall
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian remotely inaugurated several solar farms in three provinces with a combined daily generation capacity of 130 megawatts, in projects worth IRR118.5 trillion ($132mn).
North Macedonia issues over 107,000 renewable energy guarantees in first two months of 2025
North Macedonia’s National Electricity Market Operator (MEMO) announced on August 12 that it successfully launched the country’s Registry of Guarantees of Origin of Electricity in April 2025, issuing 107,666 guarantees in just two months.
Over 73,000 EVs hit Uzbekistan’s roads
Uzbekistan has seen an increase in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, with over 73,000 electric cars now registered nationwide, according to the national statistics agency.
Quang Tri’s $2bn Laos wind project under inspection
US losing ground to China in competition over Central Asia’s critical minerals
Lots of talk, little action.
Indonesia’s gas power expansion could cost $9.6bn annually, undermine energy transition
Indonesia’s plan to add up to 10.3 gigawatts (GW) of gas-fired power capacity under the 2025–2034 Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) could cost up to IDR155.8 trillion ($9.6bn) per year
Seven firms bid for Sri Lanka’s Mullikulam wind power projects
Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Electricity Board has received bids from seven companies to develop two 50-MW wind power plants in Mullikulam
EEX to introduce Japan fiscal year power futures in October 2025
The European Energy Exchange (EEX) will roll out fiscal year-based Japan power futures on October 14, aiming to match market participants’ needs for risk management aligned with Japan’s financial year
Dong Fang offshore secures 15-year service vessel contract in Taiwan
Taiwan-based offshore vessel company Dong Fang Offshore (DFO) has secured a significant 15-year agreement with Synera Renewable Energy (SRE) to supply a service operations vessel (SOV) for the Formosa 4 offshore wind project.
Colombia advances low-carbon hydrogen strategy
Colombia has launched a comprehensive hydrogen energy programme encompassing 36 projects across Caribbean, Andean, and Pacific regions, positioning the nation as a strategic partner for European Union energy security.
Brazil secures funds to restore 1.4mn hectares
Several foreign energy giants abandon Colombia amid regulatory squeeze
Colombia's offshore energy sector faces an exodus of international petroleum companies following disappointing exploration results and tightened regulatory frameworks.
Brazil’s Lula blocks parts of environment bill
Egypt-UAE venture Infinity Power win tender to develop two solar plants in Côte d'Ivoire
Infinity Power, a partnership between Egypt’s Infinity and Abu Dhabi-based Masdar, has won a tender to develop two solar power plants in Côte d'Ivoire, achieving record-low tariffs for West and Central Africa.
Turkey’s Orta Asya signs final agreements with Kyrgyzstan for hydropower projects worth $10bn
Turkey’s Orta Asya Investment Holding said on August 11 it has signed final agreements with the Kyrgyz Ministry of Energy for build-operate-transfer model hydropower investments in Kyrgyzstan worth up to $10bn, according to Turkish media reports.
Uzbekistan, Russia's Rosatom move to fast-track construction of large NPP
Uzbekistan is working on plans to accelerate the construction of a high-capacity nuclear power plant (NPP) in partnership with Russia’s state atomic power corp Rosatom.
Uzbekistan accelerates Tashkent power upgrades as electricity demand climbs 6%
Since the beginning of 2025, the number of electricity consumers in Uzbekistan’s capital has risen by 40,000, with demand up 6%, according to the presidential press service.
Saudi Arabia creates database to protect blue economy contributing SAR22bn to GDP
Saudi Arabia plans to create a database to enhance protection of the blue economy that contributes SAR22bn ($5.87bn) to gross domestic product .
Genneia commences production at Argentine solar farm
Argentine energy company Genneia has commenced commercial operations at its Anchoris solar farm in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza province, following a $160mn investment in the 180 MW facility utilising 360,000 bifacial solar modules.
Onshore and off – Vietnam’s battle to balance its wind power sector
Vietnam’s onshore wind development is actively transitioning from fringe to mainstream, propelled by favourable geography, generous policies, and growing international investment.
Kazakhstan to produce own nuclear fuel as construction of first NPP begins
Kazakhstan, the world’s largest uranium producer, will begin producing its own nuclear fuel for its future planned nuclear power plants (NPPs), the country’s atomic energy agency announced on August 8.
Report exposes greenwashing in Chinese-funded projects across Indonesia
A new study by the Centre of Economic and Law Studies (CELIOS), Behind the Green Curtain, has uncovered significant evidence of greenwashing and so-called “transition washing” in investment projects backed by Chinese funding in Indonesia
Indonesia targets 2027 launch for Merauke biodiesel plant as energy transition push intensifies
Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) is stepping up efforts to speed up biodiesel production in Merauke, South Papua, as part of a drive to strengthen domestic energy supplies and advance the country’s renewable energy agenda
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim, MUFG discuss boosting investments in technology and green energy
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on August 8 hosted a courtesy visit from a delegation of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), led by chairman Kanetsugu Mike, in Putrajaya,
India targets 22-GW nuclear power capacity by 2032 under 100-GW clean energy mission
India plans to expand its nuclear power generation capacity from the current 8.8 GW to 22 GW by 2032 as part of the 100-GW Nuclear Energy Mission
Uruguay sets new July record for electricity demand with renewables dominating supply
Pakistan approves 100-MW solar power project for Gilgit-Baltistan
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) of Pakistan has given the green light for a 100-MW solar photovoltaic power project in Gilgit-Baltistan, marking a major advance in renewable energy access for the region
Nakanomori finalises environmental review for 25.2MW wind project in Fukushima
Nakanomori Wind Power has concluded the environmental assessment for a planned 25.2-megawatt onshore wind facility in Fukushima Prefecture.
India’s first green ammonia auction secures record-low price
Marking a significant breakthrough for India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission, the Solar Energy Corporation of India has concluded its inaugural auction for green ammonia procurement under the SIGHT Scheme (Mode-2A), setting a record-low price
India to fast-track small modular reactors under nuclear energy mission
India is set to fast-track the development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as part of its newly announced Nuclear Energy Mission under the Viksit Bharat vision, with the long-term goal of reaching 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047
Fugro to provide geotechnical services for 700 MW offshore wind project in Taiwan
Fugro, a global leader in geo-data solutions for energy and infrastructure projects, has been awarded a contract to carry out geotechnical investigations for the 700 megawatt Youde offshore wind farm in Taiwan.
Wind and solar generated power accounts for record 29.6% of Turkey’s electricity production in June
Electricity generated from wind and solar sources accounted for a record 29.6% of Turkey’s electricity production in June, according to the Energy and Natural Resources Ministry.
North Macedonia proposes faster permits, higher rooftop solar limits to boost renewables
North Macedonia's energy ministry has proposed key legal changes to boost rooftop solar and improve energy efficiency.
Colombian solar project gets first environmental license under new regime
Colombia's National Environmental Licensing Authority approved the country's first solar project under revised regulatory framework Decree 852 of 2024, marking a significant milestone in the nation's renewable energy transition.
EPCG launches €50mn tender for battery storage systems to modernise Montenegro’s energy sector
Montenegro’s power utility EPCG said on August 7 it has taken a major step toward energy modernisation by launching a tender procedure for the procurement of two large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Acciona Energia reviews renewable portfolio in Mexico following sector exits
Spanish renewable energy company Acciona Energia has initiated a comprehensive review of its entire Mexican operations portfolio, including existing installations and development projects, as part of a global asset rotation strategy
Genneia commences operations at Argentine solar farm
Argentine energy company Genneia has commenced commercial operations at the Anchoris solar farm in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza province, marking another significant milestone in the country's renewable energy expansion.
South African gold miner Pan African Resources signs renewable supply deal with energy trader NOA Group
Johannesburg-based gold mining company Pan African Resources has signed a ten-year renewable energy agreement with South African energy trader and aggregator NOA Group Trading to supply 44 MWac of clean power annually for its mining operations.
Management raise ‘hydropower shortages’ alarm over low water level at Tajikistan’s Nurek reservoir
Management of Nurek reservoir, which serves Tajikistan's largest hydroelectric power plant, have reported that the water level is six meters below target.
Saudi firm Acwa Power wins tender to develop 800MW solar projects in Morocco
Saudi energy company Acwa Power has won a global tender to develop two solar power plants, Noor Midelt 2 and Noor Midelt 3, with a combined capacity of 800 megawatts (MW).
Indonesia, China launch EV tour to mark diplomatic ties
Indonesia urged to build solar supply chain to back Prabowo’s green energy push
Indonesia must urgently develop a comprehensive industrial roadmap and local solar supply chain if it aims to realise President Prabowo Subianto’s vision of achieving 100% renewable energy within a decade, a leading think tank has warned
Indonesia bets on natural gas to anchor energy transition and power growth
Indonesia is reinforcing its stance on natural gas as the linchpin of its national energy transition, with top officials highlighting its role in ensuring domestic energy resilience and supporting the shift toward net-zero emissions by 2060
Iran’s Khorasan Razavi aims to multiply renewables capacity 18-fold by 2028
Iran’s northeastern province of Khorasan Razavi is ramping up efforts to expand its renewable energy capacity, with officials targeting 3,000 megawatts (MW) of daily clean power generation by 2028, provincial authorities said.
Gentari signs 80-MW wind power deal with AWS for India project
Clean energy solutions provider Gentari has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for an 80-MW wind power project in Tamil Nadu, India
South Korea awaits decision on lifespan extension for ageing reactors
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) has halted operations at unit 4 of the Kori nuclear facility as it awaits a government ruling on extending the service life of reactors past 40 years.
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