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IAEA endorses Japan’s soil recycling plan for Fukushima cleanup

Japan's strategy for recycling soil from Fukushima Prefecture, which was excavated during the aftermath of the 2011 nuclear disaster, aligns with international safety standards, according to a report released by the International Atomic Energy Agency

Petronas engages in ongoing talks over Sarawak natural gas distribution

Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) has affirmed that it remains in active discussions with Sarawak authorities, the federal government, and Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) to find a mutually agreeable solution on the matter of natural gas distribution

India's Tata Power surpasses 100,000 home EV charger installations

Tata Power, one of India's largest integrated power companies and a leading EV charging solutions provider, announced on September 9 that it had surpassed the installation of 100,000 home EV chargers nationwide.

Indian coal output down 7.5% in August

India’s coal production in August totalled 62.67mn tonnes, a 7.5% decrease year-on-year (y/y), according to a September 10 announcement by the Indian Ministry of Coal.

Tata Power unit begins production at 2 GW solar cell plant in India’s Tamil Nadu

TP Solar Ltd., a unit of Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd. (TPREL) and a solar cell and module manufacturer, has commenced production at its 2 GW solar cell line in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu.

Abu Dhabi signs key LNG, energy deals with India

Abu Dhabi has secured significant agreements with India during Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the South Asian country, including a deal to supply LNG.

SAI investor eyes renewable energy sector in Cambodia 

Angkor International Airport Investment, an affiliate of China's Yunnan Investment Holdings Ltd., has announced plans to invest in Cambodia's renewable sector.

Indonesia to establish nuclear energy programme implementation organisation as part of nuclear strategy

Indonesia is set to launch the Nuclear Energy Programme Implementation Organisation (NEPIO) this year, a pivotal step in the nation's nuclear energy strategy, which includes plans for domestic uranium production.

Suzlon wins India’s largest wind energy order

Pune-based Suzlon Group, a renewable energy solutions provider, has secured India’s largest wind energy order, totalling 1.17 GW, from NTPC Green Energy Limited, the renewables arm of state-owned energy conglomerate NTPC Limited.

Japan's offshore wind power potential hinges on accurate wind data

Japan's ambition to achieve carbon neutrality by harnessing offshore wind power faces a critical challenge: the accuracy of wind data.

India's IREDA signs MoU for 900 MW Upper Karnali hydropower project in Nepal

Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SJVN Ltd., GMR Energy Ltd., and their associated companies for the development and implementation of the 900 MW Upper Karnali project.

India's peak power demand drops to 216.9 GW in August amid higher rainfall

India’s peak power demand dropped to 216.9 GW in August against 240.5 GW in the same month of last year.

Investors propose massive offshore wind power projects in Vietnam

Two investors have proposed ambitious offshore wind power projects totalling up to 7,000 MW in Can Gio District, a move that could significantly boost the city’s renewable energy capacity

Gurīn Energy and Trinasolar forge key agreement for renewable energy project, eyeing export initiative to Indonesia

Vanda RE Pte Ltd, a joint venture majority-owned by Singapore's Gurīn Energy Pte Ltd, secured a significant framework supply agreement with Trinasolar, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions.

South Korean households face 13% rise in electricity costs due to extreme August heat

Actis commits $600mn to Philippines’ largest solar power project

London-based investment firm Actis has formalised a significant $600mn investment into the Philippines, aiming to develop the country’s—and the world’s—largest single-site solar power project

Adani Group to continue supplying power to Bangladesh

Japan to provide $55mn loan to Cambodia for power network upgrade

Japan has announced a $55mn loan to bolster Phnom Penh’s electricity infrastructure, focusing on new substations, transmission and distribution lines, and the rehabilitation of existing facilities.

Green building gains momentum in Vietnam

Vietnam is witnessing a growing trend towards green construction, with potential for mandatory adoption in the near future

Samsung subsidiary joins forces with Vietnamese firm for rooftop solar power

Samsung C&T's Vista Global has teamed up with local player CME Solar Investments to accelerate the development of rooftop solar power in Vietnam

President Jokowi urges global investment in Indonesia's green energy transition

On September 5, Indonesian President Joko Widodo called on developed nations to invest in the country’s renewable energy and climate initiatives, highlighting its vast potential for green energy development and carbon reduction

AsiaElec: President Jokowi urges global investment in Indonesia's green energy transition

Singapore moves forward with green power imports from Indonesia

Singapore has granted five companies, including Adaro Solar International and Keppel Energy, the necessary conditional licences to move ahead with plans to import renewable energy from Indonesia

Pakistan planning to cut charges, taxes on imported LNG

The Pakistani government is planning to reduce charges and taxes on imported LNG in an effort to lower power tariffs

Bangladesh’s interim government to review power, energy deals from Awami League era

Bangladesh’s interim government is set to review all deals signed in the power and energy sector during previous Awami League administrations, according to a report.