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National Bioenergy Programme to boost India's clean energy agenda

The Government of India is advancing its clean energy agenda through the National Bioenergy Programme (NBP), promoting bioenergy and waste-to-energy technologies to enhance energy security and drive sustainable development

IEA: Access to energy improving worldwide, driven by renewables

Having a reliable electricity supply is something many of us take for granted – including for sending and reading emails like this one. But hundreds of millions of people around the world today don’t have access to electricity.

Fukushima's forgotten victims as Japan shifts back to nuclear power

A controversial shift in Japan's energy policy has sparked outrage among those still reeling from the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Russia and China push forward with ambitious nuclear project in Liaoning

In a move that underscores growing energy collaboration between Russia and China, the construction of two VVER-1200 nuclear reactors at the Xudabao plant in Liaoning is progressing steadily, with commissioning slated for 2027-2028.

Thailand eyes tweaks to 2024 power plan amid climate concerns

Vietnam and Singapore to collaborate on offshore wind power project

Vietnam and Singapore are set to embark on a groundbreaking offshore wind power project that will not only reshape the regional energy landscape but also strengthen bilateral ties

Malaysia unveils first electric vehicle, aims for sustainable mobility future

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim introduced the nation's first electric vehicle (EV) during a launch event on December 16

Indonesia’s renewable energy firm Hero Global prepares for IPO to fund expansion

Renewable energy firm Hero Global Investment is moving forward with plans for an initial public offering (IPO), aiming to sell up to 1.3bn shares, representing 20% of its equity.

Mumbai-listed Inox Wind secures 60-MW order

Mumbai-listed wind energy solutions provider Inox Wind has secured a 60-MW order from Serentica Renewables (Serentica), a renewable energy company focused on the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector in India

Bangladesh interim government approves fuel oil, crude oil and LNG purchases

The government of Bangladesh has approved a series of proposals for the procurement of refined fuel oil, crude oil, and also a single LNG cargo

Taiwan strengthens green energy push with launch of national energy storage centre

Taiwan is ramping up its commitment to renewable energy with the opening of the National Center for Energy Storage System Technology at Tongluo Science Park in Miaoli County

Is Japan pondering a withdrawal from Sakhalin-2 LNG supplies in the years ahead?

As Japan’s long-term agreements to import LNG from Russia’s Sakhalin-2 project edge ever closer to their agreed expiration dates, rival producers of the fuel are positioning themselves to fill the potential supply gap.

TruAlt Bioenergy, Sumitomo to develop bioenergy projects in India

Indian bioenergy company TruAlt Bioenergy has entered into an MoU with Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation Asia & Oceania (SCAO), a prominent global trading and investment solutions provider, to collaborate on advancing bioenergy projects in India

South Korea eases hydrogen station regulations to boost green mobility

South Korea is taking decisive steps to support its burgeoning hydrogen economy, with the government announcing new regulations to make it easier to build hydrogen charging stations

India to supply LNG to Sri Lanka, link power grids

India has committed to supplying liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Sri Lanka and establishing a high-capacity power grid interconnection between the two nations.

India emerging as world's renewable energy capital, says minister

Indonesia offers electricity discounts to mitigate VAT increase impact

Indonesia’s Finance Minister, Sri Mulyani Indrawati, has announced a 50% electricity discount for January and February 2025 to help safeguard household purchasing power as the value-added tax (VAT) rate rises to 12%

Japan forecasts nuclear power to outpace thermal generation costs by 2040

Japan’s energy future is set to witness a significant shift as nuclear power is projected to become more cost-effective than thermal power generation by 2040, according to the country’s Ministry of Industry.

Malaysia's Gamuda secures $404.7mn solar farm project in Australia, expands into digital infrastructure

Gamuda Bhd’s Australian subsidiary, DT Infrastructure Pty Ltd, has been awarded a MYR1.8bn ($404.7mn) engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for the Goulburn River Solar Farm,

Experts highlight small nuclear reactors as key to Vietnam's net-zero future

Two Vietnamese professors working in the US have proposed small-scale nuclear reactors as a viable solution to power Vietnam's future

Balancing growth and sustainability: Southeast Asia’s energy dilemma

With its rapidly growing economies, booming populations, and increasing urbanisation, Southeast Asia is witnessing a tremendous surge in energy demand

Qatar agrees to supply LNG to India's GAIL under a five-year deal

Qatar has agreed a five-year deal to supply India’s state-run gas company, GAIL, with liquefied natural gas (LNG).

AsiaElec: Philippines’ nuclear roadmap: a path to 4,800 MW by 2050

Philippines’ nuclear roadmap: a path to 4,800 MW by 2050

The Philippines is making substantial progress in its nuclear energy ambitions, with a clear roadmap that targets operational nuclear power plants by 2032.

Delta powers Taiwan’s hydrogen future with launch of groundbreaking R&D lab

Delta Electronics has made a significant leap forward in Taiwan’s hydrogen energy landscape with the inauguration of the country’s first megawatt-scale R&D lab dedicated to water electrolysis hydrogen production and fuel cell technologies