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Taiwan’s LNG policy faces environmental, safety criticism

22 January 2025

Taiwan’s push to increase LNG infrastructure by adding a proposed fourth LNG terminal, near the port city of Keelung in the north of the country, has drawn criticism from environmental groups and local stakeholders.

Madhya Pradesh state to provide 170-MW solar power to Indian Railways

22 January 2025

Madhya Pradesh will provide 170 MW of solar energy to Indian Railways, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced on X

Renewable energy to hold steady at 21% of India's energy mix in FY25

22 January 2025

India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) predicts that renewable energy, including large hydro, will hold steady at 21% of the country's energy mix in FY25, with the remainder coming primarily from thermal power

Hong Kong firm to build 150-MW wind power plant in Cambodia

22 January 2025

Hong Kong-based HK OASIS Power Energy Development Co., Ltd. has received approval from Cambodia's government to build a 150-megawatt wind power plant in Mondulkiri province, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) said on January 17

Chinese power projects under CPEC leave Pakistan struggling with debt

22 January 2025

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), once hailed as a transformative initiative for Pakistan’s economy, has left the nation grappling with substantial debt and soaring electricity costs.

Carbon capture in Indonesia set to boost economy and jobs

21 January 2025

The adoption of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology in Indonesia could contribute significantly to economic growth, creating up to 170,000 jobs annually

Indonesia’s largest floating solar power plant to begin operations in 2027

21 January 2025

PT PLN Indonesia Power (PLN IP) has announced that the 50-megawatt (MW) floating solar power plant (PLTS) on Lake Singkarak, West Sumatra, is scheduled to commence operations in 2027

Traders divert six US LNG cargoes from Asia to Europe

21 January 2025

Higher European prices and poor demand in Asia for LNG have resulted in traders diverting at least six US LNG cargoes already this month.

China raises imports of Russian LNG by 3.3% in 2024

21 January 2025

China has increased its reliance on Russian LNG with imports rising 3.3% to reach 8.3mn tonnes in 2024.

Manila moves to become Asia-Pacific LNG hub

21 January 2025

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of The Philippines has signed Republic Act (RA) No. 12120, officially known as the Philippine Natural Gas Industry Development Act, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s energy sector.

Japan’s nuclear power generation up by 9.6% in 2024, more expansion on the horizon

21 January 2025

Japan’s nuclear power sector experienced notable growth in 2024, with electricity generation rising by 9.6% to 88.87 terawatt-hours, marking a significant step in the country’s energy landscape.

Construction complete at Rooppur NPP in Bangladesh, tests begin

21 January 2025

The staff and administrators at Bangladesh’s Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant have initiated testing on the first power unit following the completion of construction and assembly work.

BYD targets 2025 completion for $1bn Indonesia EV plant

21 January 2025

China's leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, BYD, is set to complete its $1bn plant in Indonesia by the end of 2025

Cost of electricity generation in Pakistan drops 10% in December

21 January 2025

The cost of electricity generation in Pakistan dropped by 10% year-on-year (y/y) to an average of PKR9.09 ($0.033) per kWh in December 2024, down from PKR10.13 per kWh in December 2023

Vietnam, Denmark review energy partnership progress, set 2025-2026 goals

20 January 2025

The fourth Steering Committee meeting for the Denmark-Vietnam Energy Partnership Program (DEPP3) was held to review 2024 achievements and outline plans for 2025-2026

Singapore’s Sembcorp signs MoUs with India's Odisha to explore green hydrogen, industrial park development

20 January 2025

Singapore’s Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp), through its wholly-owned subsidiaries Sembcorp Green Hydrogen India Private Limited (SGHIPL) and Sembcorp Development Ltd, has signed two non-binding memoranda of understanding with the Indian state

Nuclear becomes Pakistan's leading power source in December 2024

20 January 2025

Nuclear energy has once again emerged as Pakistan’s leading electricity source, contributing over 26% to the national grid in December 2024 at an exceptionally low cost of just over half a US cent per unit

GreenLine Mobility partners Mondelez India to advance sustainable road logistics

20 January 2025

The collaboration was launched with a flag-off ceremony at Mondelez’s Alwar plant in Rajasthan, where LNG-powered trucks will now be used to transport the company’s products nationwide.

India's IREDA forms joint venture for 900-MW Upper Karnali hydro project in Nepal

20 January 2025

Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) has entered into a joint venture deed with SJVN Ltd., GMR Energy Ltd. and the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) to develop the 900-MW Upper Karnali Hydro-electric Project in Nepal

Indonesia’s electric company PLN advances decarbonisation with CCS technology

19 January 2025

Indonesia’s state utility PT PLN is pursuing a multi-faceted approach to ensure a sustainable and reliable energy supply while supporting the nation’s Net Zero Emissions (NZE) target by 2060

Indonesia to offer carbon credits internationally to boost climate goals

19 January 2025

Indonesia is set to begin offering carbon credit certificates to international buyers starting on January 20, as announced by the nation’s carbon exchange

Indonesia to boost palm oil-based biodiesel for energy security

19 January 2025

The Energy Security Task Force has identified palm oil-based biodiesel as a cornerstone of Indonesia’s strategy to ensure uninterrupted and affordable energy access for its population

Google enters India’s carbon removal market with biochar deal with Varaha

17 January 2025

Google has agreed to purchase carbon credits from an Indian start-up that transforms agricultural waste into biochar, a charcoal-like material that captures CO2 and enriches soil

Gulf Energy achieves milestone with first LNG cargo import into Thailand

17 January 2025

Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited ("Gulf") announced on Jan 16 the successful importation of its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo into Thailand

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