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Southeast Asia embraces hydrogen power in pursuit of net-zero future

Hydrogen, particularly the "green" variety produced using renewable energy, is gaining traction globally as a flexible and carbon-free energy carrier.

Taiwanese battery manufacturer shifts output following factory fire

New Delhi clears higher investment limit for NTPC’s green energy arm to boost renewable energy capacity

The Indian government has approved an enhanced investment limit for state-owned NTPC Limited and its green energy subsidiaries to accelerate renewable energy development, according to a press release issued by the Government of India dated July 16.

Czech coal tycoon Tykač to become country’s largest investor in Vietnam

Czech coal tycoon Pavel Tykač could become the country’s largest investor in Vietnam after his Sev.en group completes the takeover of the majority shareholding in the Vietnamese Mong Duong 2, a 1.2-GW coal-fired plant.

India hits 50% non-fossil fuel electricity capacity five years ahead of target

India has reached a major milestone in its energy transition journey, achieving 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, five years ahead of its Nationally Determined Contributions target under the Paris Agreement

Oxford study warns countries betting too heavily on carbon removal to hit climate goals

A new analysis by researchers at the University of Oxford raises red flags over the widespread dependence on carbon dioxide removal in national climate strategies.

PAG renewables to build 80MWDC solar farm on unused golf course in Iwate

PAG Renewables has initiated the environmental review for a planned solar installation in Iwate Town, Iwate Prefecture, with a projected capacity of up to 50MWAC/80MWDCad

China urged to boost nuclear regulator staffing amid rapid industry growth

China has taken major strides in bolstering its nuclear safety framework, but the pace of its nuclear expansion calls for a parallel increase in regulatory staffing, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Bangladesh's interim government plans to review power contracts amid calls for transparency

Pakistan to cut solar buyback tariffs

Pakistan's government plans to significantly reduce buyback tariffs for net-metered solar power, aiming to save an estimated PKR4.3 trillion ($15.1 bn) over the next decade

Japan’s Marubeni plans further energy investments in Vietnam

Marubeni Corporation, one of Japan’s largest conglomerates with an 80-year presence in Vietnam, has announced its intention to expand operations in the country through new investments in gas and renewable energy.

India plans to convert 10 thermal sites into nuclear plants to boost clean energy

The Indian government has identified 10 old or retired thermal power sites for conversion into nuclear power units

Juniper Green Energy fully commissions 217-MWp solar project in India's Maharashtra

Juniper Green Energy has fully commissioned its 217-MWp solar project in Chapalgaon, Maharashtra, following the addition of 71-MWp capacity

Philippines launches $40.5mn solar farm to power Iloilo with clean energy

Jin Navitas Solaris has begun construction of a PHP2.37bn ($40.5mn) solar plant in Iloilo. The Ajuy-1 facility will supply 62MW of clean energy to Panay Island via the Sara–Panit 69kV line, according to the Department of Energy.

UK supports major offshore wind project in Taiwan with $159mn backing

The UK has committed $159mn to support a major offshore wind project in Taiwan, strengthening both global decarbonisation efforts and British export prospects.

Taiwan’s CPC corp eyes US shale gas assets to bolster energy security

Taiwan’s state-run energy firm CPC Corp is reportedly in the early phases of exploring potential acquisitions of shale gas assets in the United States, aiming to enhance long-term natural gas security for the island.

Philippines faces rising electricity costs as LNG imports surge

Electricity prices in the Philippines are expected to rise as LNG imports surge 508% by 2029, costing around PHP220bn. Experts warn this growing gas reliance will further strain households and businesses already facing high power bills.

India rolls back $30bn clean-air upgrade mandate for coal power plants

India has scrapped a major requirement that would have seen coal-fired power stations invest $30bn in clean-air technology, significantly easing sulphur emission norms for the majority of plants

Asian heatwaves stoke LNG demand, prompting shifts in global gas flows

An ongoing heatwave sweeping across East Asia is fuelling a sharp rise in spot LNG demand, prompting a reordering of global LNG trade patterns.

Heatwave drives up Asian spot LNG prices

Asian spot LNG prices have creeped higher amid a heatwave in South Korea and Japan.

Vietnam’s Nhon Trach LNG-fired power plants to begin commercial operations this year

Vietnam will bring online two LNG-fired power plants before the end of the year.

India’s solar capacity surges 4,000% in a decade

India’s installed solar capacity has surged by an unprecedented 4,000% over the past decade, taking the country’s total renewable energy capacity to 227 GW, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said

Sapporo real estate commits to long-term rooftop solar energy deal in Fukuoka

Sapporo Real Estate has entered into a 20-year virtual power purchase agreement (PPA) to secure non-fossil certificates (NFCs) from a 2MWAC rooftop solar facility developed by Ricoh Lease.

Taiwan accelerates shift from coal as Hsinta power plant enters operation

The Hsinta power plant in southern Taiwan is now online, delivering 1.3GW to the grid. Developed by Taiwan Power Company, it marks a key step in replacing coal with cleaner gas as part of the country's broader energy transition.

India set to reach 50% renewable energy capacity milestone by year-end

The share of renewable energy in India’s total installed power capacity has reached nearly half and is expected to hit the 50% mark by the end of this year