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Vietnam’s drive towards hydrogen self-reliance
Hydrogen is increasingly viewed as a key energy carrier for the future due to its high energy density by weight—three times that of oil and over 100 times that of lithium-ion batteries.
Adani Power signs 25-year deal to supply 2,400 MW of power to India’s Bihar
Adani Power Ltd (APL), a unit of the Adani Group, has signed a 25-year power supply agreement with Bihar State Power Generation Company Ltd (BSPGCL) to deliver 2,400 megawatt (MW) of electricity to the state
Australia grants Woodside final approval for extension of North West Shelf
Australian oil and gas company Woodside Energy received final environmental approval for the extension of its North West Shelf project.
Japan’s Toyota to purchase stake in Korean battery materials maker
Toyota Tsusho, the trading arm of the Toyota group, has announced plans to acquire a 25% stake in LG-HY BCM, a South Korean manufacturer of battery materials.
EU EV market playing second fiddle to Asian efforts in the sector
Europe’s electric vehicle market is losing ground to Asian competitors, with new figures showing that China, Thailand, Vietnam amongst others are racing ahead in battery electric vehicle adoption.
China awards key construction contract for innovative Xuwei nuclear project
China has awarded a major contract for the construction of the conventional islands for three reactors forming the initial stage of the Xuwei nuclear power scheme in Jiangsu province.
Southeast Asia poised to become net biofuel exporter, Petronas says
Southeast Asia is emerging as a future net exporter of biofuels, with surplus production capacity set to flow into markets such as Europe, a senior Petronas executive said at the APPEC conference in Singapore
Japan’s JERA signs preliminary deal for LNG supply from Alaska project
Japan’s largest electricity producer, JERA, has agreed to examine purchasing liquefied natural gas from the $44bn Alaska LNG development, according to statements from JERA and the project’s lead developer, Glenfarne.
Pakistan’s Cnergyico targets 40% rise in fuel oil exports as taxes hit domestic sales
Cnergyico, Pakistan’s largest refiner, expects to raise fuel oil exports by 35%–40% in the fiscal year ending June 2026, driven by a sharp drop in local demand after new taxes were imposed
India's Inox Neo Energies acquires 640-MW hybrid portfolio ahead of parent’s IPO
Inox Neo Energies Ltd has acquired a 640 MW wind-solar hybrid portfolio from the Evergreen Group as it looks to expand its clean power pipeline
India launches green hydrogen innovation fund
India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched an INR1bn ($11mn) Call for Proposals to support start-ups developing innovative green hydrogen technologies, the Indian government said in a press release
Asia’s gas utilities are politically shielded but economically exposed
Many of the region’s gas distributors enjoy the safety net of being government-related entities and are ‘protected’ to a large extent. Their credit profiles are, in reality, extensions of sovereign ratings rather than stand-alone assessments.
POSCO International becomes first South Korean firm to join Alaska LNG project
The agreement, signed during the Gastech conference in Milan, makes the Korean energy importer an official participant in the US initiative, which has backing from President Donald Trump. Glenfarne is leading the private development of the project.
Wind project in South Korean waters confirms far-reaching power deals
The venture, known as Taean Wind Power, is backed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and Singapore-based Vena Energy.
Samsung secures approval for 15-MW floating wind platform
The new structure, known as the SnapWindFloat, uses at least three mooring lines anchored to the seabed to ensure stability. Regulators said the design was capable of maintaining balance even under tilted conditions.
Japan to extend up to $170mn in financing to Kenya
Kenya intends to channel the funds into strengthening its vehicle assembly and component manufacturing base, while also tackling chronic inefficiencies in the electricity grid.
Sterling and Wilson RE secures $47mn PV project in Rajasthan
The company said it had received a letter of intent from a private independent power producer to provide engineering, procurement and construction services for a 300-MW alternating current (420MW peak direct current) photovoltaic facility.
Pertamina and Princeton Digital Group roll out renewable diesel in Indonesia’s data centres
Pertamina Patra Niaga, the commercial and trading subholding of PT Pertamina (Persero), is expanding the use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to support Indonesia’s efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
India's CPRI inaugurates regional testing laboratory in Nashik to boost power sector quality assurance
The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Power, has inaugurated its new Regional Testing Laboratory (RTL) in Nashik, Maharashtra
South Korean minister indicates possible limitations of future nuclear expansion
Kim Sung-hwan told reporters on September 9 that the government’s current energy blueprint calls for the construction of two new reactors and a small modular reactor.
Millions of Vietnamese households face sharp rise in electricity bills
Officials explained that the sharp rise was largely attributed to extreme weather conditions in early August. A severe heatwave drove electricity demand to unprecedented levels, with consumption in the northern region reaching an all-time high on Aug
South Korea’s proposed climate ministry sparks concerns in nuclear sector
The South Korean government’s plan to shift responsibility for energy policy, including nuclear power has sparked strong criticism from academic sector.
Philippines green energy auction secures 9.4GW of renewable capacity
The Philippines has successfully attracted 9.4GW of renewable energy commitments through its Fourth Green Energy Auction (GEA-4), according to the Department of Energy.
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