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Bangladesh’s renewable energy ambition needs regulatory clarity, private investment

27 June 2025

Bangladesh’s new Renewable Energy Policy sets ambitious targets of sourcing 20% of its electricity from renewables by 2030 and 30% by 2040.

ACEN and UPC Renewables start construction on 540-MW renewable energy projects in India

27 June 2025

ACEN, the Philippines-based Ayala Group’s listed energy platform, in partnership with Delhi NCR-based UPC Renewables, has commenced construction of two renewable energy projects in India

Adani Total Gas and Jio-bp sign agreement to expand fuel retail collaboration in India

27 June 2025

Adani Total Gas Ltd (ATGL) and Jio-bp, the operating brand of Reliance BP Mobility Limited, have entered into an agreement to collaborate on expanding fuel offerings and infrastructure at select retail outlets across India

Taiwan may face electricity price hike pending September review

27 June 2025

Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) will wait until its scheduled September review to decide on potential electricity price changes, according to Vice Minister Lai Chien-hsin.

Gas Malaysia partners with UK’s Levidian to trial methane-to-hydrogen LOOP technology

26 June 2025

Gas Malaysia Bhd (KL:GASMSIA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with British climate technology firm Levidian to explore the deployment of Levidian’s LOOP system in Malaysia and the surrounding region

Sapura Energy Director Shahriman Shamsuddin resigns amid family dispute and corruption probes

26 June 2025

Sapura Energy Bhd (KL:SAPNRG) announced on June 25 that Datuk Shahriman Shamsuddin has stepped down from his role as a non-independent, non-executive director with immediate effect, citing “other commitments” as the reason for his resignation

Pakistan’s power generation hits 9-month high in May

26 June 2025

Electricity generation in Pakistan rose sharply to 12,755 GWh in May 2025, marking a month-on-month increase of over 21% from April’s output of 10,513 GWh

World Bank approves $150mn programme to support Sri Lanka’s clean energy transition

26 June 2025

The World Bank has approved a $150mn programme to support Sri Lanka’s transition to clean, reliable, and affordable energy, the World Bank said in a press release.

Rooppur nuclear plant in Bangladesh clears key reactor containment test

26 June 2025

The containment of the reactor compartment at the first unit of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) in Pakshey, Ishwardi, has successfully passed integrity and strength tests ahead of nuclear fuel loading

Japan warns of yawning power supply gap by 2050 as demand surges

26 June 2025

Japan has revised its outlook on electricity growth in recent years. Once expecting demand to fall due to demographic decline, the country now anticipates growth driven by data centres, semiconductor manufacturing, and electric vehicle rollout.

East Asia’s regional embrace of nuclear power sees Taiwan sitting alone in the corner

26 June 2025

In a baffling turn, Taiwan, long a technological and economic powerhouse, has allowed populist politics to sideline science and logic.

Vietnam’s national power utility secures €65mn KfW loan for hydropower expansion

25 June 2025

Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the country's state-owned power utility, has signed a €65mn ($75.4mn) loan agreement with Germany’s state development bank KfW to fund the expansion of the Tri An hydropower plant.

East Asia’s petrochemical industry: stuck between tradition and transition

25 June 2025

As the global economy begins its gradual but determined pivot towards decarbonisation and renewable energy, East Asia's petrochemical giants now find themselves straddling two competing imperatives – legacy industries and a low-carbon future.

IEEFA warns Indonesia's gas expansion plan may cost state $60bn, undermine renewables push

25 June 2025

Indonesia’s plan to add 10.3 gigawatts of gas-fired power capacity through 2034 may saddle the country with up to $60bn in fiscal costs, the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) said on June 24

Vietnam's coal industry: balancing growth and transition

25 June 2025

The country currently produces around 45mn tonnes of coal annually and is projected to maintain this output through 2030.

Ecopack to install 2.03-MW solar plant amid Pakistan’s accelerating solar shift

25 June 2025

Ecopack Limited, a company in Pakistan’s plastic packaging industry, has unveiled plans to install a 2.03-MW solar power generation facility, in a move aligned with the country’s fast-growing shift to renewable energy

India’s thermal coal imports rebound in May on pre-monsoon stocking

25 June 2025

India’s thermal coal imports rose sharply in May, reversing an eight-month downward trend, as utilities ramped up pre-monsoon stocking and prepared for an anticipated seasonal increase in coal burn

Emmvee secures $170mn solar module order from KPI Green Energy in India

25 June 2025

Indian solar module manufacturer Emmvee has secured an order worth nearly INR15bn ($170mn) from KPI Green Energy Ltd., a part of Gujarat-based KP Group, to supply high-efficiency TopCon bifacial solar modules

Vedanta Group urges India to ramp up oil and gas production amid Middle East tensions

25 June 2025

With global oil prices surging due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal has urged India to accelerate domestic oil and gas production to ensure long-term energy security.

Russia offers to supply LNG and energy technologies to Mexico

24 June 2025

Concerns Trump could use Mexico’s energy dependence on US as leverage have caused the country to weigh gas imports from Russia.

ASEAN nations step up efforts to decarbonise maritime sector

24 June 2025

The move marks a shift from ambition to tangible action as members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations seek to implement practical strategies for maritime decarbonisation

Barito Renewables secures $121mn loan to boost Salak-Darajat geothermal capacity

24 June 2025

PT Barito Renewables Energy (BREN), a green energy company under the Barito Pacific Group and controlled by Indonesian tycoon Prajogo Pangestu, has secured a $121.1mn (IDR1.99 trillion) loan to expand its Salak-Darajat geothermal project

Philippines launches offshore wind guide to address permit bottlenecks

24 June 2025

The Philippines has introduced a detailed guide to streamline the offshore wind permitting process, tackling the issue of over 80 permits currently stalling development.

Chandra Asri–Glencore JV Aster acquires PCS Condensate Splitter Unit to expand Singapore processing capacity

24 June 2025

Aster Chemicals and Energy Pte Ltd, a joint venture between Indonesia’s PT Chandra Asri Pacific and Swiss commodities giant Glencore, has signed an agreement to acquire a 50% beneficial interest in the Condensate Splitter Unit (CSU)

Mizuho launches agrisolar fund and acquires 11MW early FIT portfolio in Fukushima

24 June 2025

Mizuho Securities has established a long-term private investment fund focused on agrisolar initiatives and purchased six operating solar plants in Minamisoma City, Fukushima, with a combined capacity of approximately 11MW, as announced on June 20.

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