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Two Philippine LNG projects award EPC contracts

The Philippines is that much closer to becoming a liquefied natural gas (LNG) importer this week after two separate import projects awarded engineering contracts.

China Energy Engineering connects 300-MW Zhuhai Jinwan wind farm

China Energy Engineering has connected the 300-MW Zhuhai Jinwan offshore wind farm to the grid

ADB, France’s AFD to work together to boost climate action

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Agence Française de Développement Group (AFD) are to work more closely on key issues such as climate change and aspirations for COP26.

IRENA, China State Grid seals network development deal

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) are to work closely to support grid enhancements, system flexibility and sector-coupling in China and a range of developing countries.

Major economies still reliant on coal

China, India, the US and Japan dominated coal generation in 2020, and they must take the lead in reducing emissions.

Singapore’s BlackGold set for $1bn reverse takeover of Mongolia’s Tengri Coal and Energy

LNG trade booms, as US shipments to Asia, Europe rise

LNG deliveries are reported to have risen by the most in a year in March, with shipments from the US to both Asia and Europe on the up.

Total justifies position on Myanmar

French major Total has defended its decision to continue producing natural gas in Myanmar despite the military coup, arguing that to do otherwise would put local staff at risk of reprisals from the military regime.

New green additions rise by nearly 50% in 2020

261 GW of new renewable power generating capacity was added globally in 2020, beating the previous record annual increase by almost 50%.

India’s Azure Power sells solar rooftop portfolio to Radiance Renewables

India’s Azure Power is to sell its non-core solar rooftop portfolio to renewable energy supplier Radiance Renewables in a deal worth IN$5.4bn ($73.5mn)

India's Borosil to double solar glass production to 900 tonnes per day

Mumbai-based solar panel glass manufacturer Borosil Renewables says it plans to invest INR5bn ($68.2mn) to double production to 900 tonnes per day.

Russia reveals proposed carbon pricing levels for Sakhalin

The Russian Economic Development Ministry and the authorities in Sakhalin region have proposed fines of RUB150-2,000 ($2-25) per tonne for companies that exceed proposed new GHG emissions quotas.

Chinese coal power approvals offset decline in rest of world

China’s continued expansion of its coal-fired generating sector is slowing down the rest of the world’s retreat from fossil fuels, according to new research.

Energy Secretary Granholm: Focus on renewables will help US manufacturing catch up with China

The focus of the administration of US President Joe Biden on renewable energy can help America catch up with China’s dominance in the sector. This is according to Biden’s Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm in a recent national TV interview.

Chinese lending to Africa not transparent

Between 2000 and 2018, Chinese lending to Africa has been consistently above $10bn per year between 2012 and 2017, with a peak of $30mn in 2016, with infrastructure being the dominant sector.

AEMO: LNG imports can delay Australian gas supply shortages

The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has said an anticipated shortfall in natural gas supplies can be delayed as long the country begins importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) by the end of 2023.

Pakistan connects Chinese-built K-2 reactor to grid

Pakistan has connected the Chinese-built Hualong One (HPR1000) nuclear reactor at the Karachi Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) Unit 2 (K-2) to the national grid.

India has potential to stem rising emissions

India could keep greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the power generation sector at 2018 levels if it continues to expand renewables, according US researchers.

Japan considers ending support for coal tech exports

The Japanese government is seriously looking at ending financial support for exports of coal-burning generation technology in a bid to boost decarbonisation.

ADB approves $300mn loan to boost hydro in Pakistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $300 million loan to finance the construction of a 300MW hydropower plant that will increase the share of clean energy in Pakistan and improve the country’s energy security.

Dongfang Electric ships first 10-MW turbine

Chinese wind turbine manufacturer Dongfang Electric Corp. (DEC) has shipped out the first 10-MW units built for the Changle Waihai offshore wind farm project.

Global green power progress is too slow

Wind and solar drive a record fall in coal generation in 2020, but the pace of change must be faster if climate targets are to be met

Africa’s wind growth stalls in 2020 as barriers to investment remain

Africa’s wind sector still lags behind the rest of the world, providing just 0.9% of new capacity in 2020

China’s green ambitions attract Aramco

Saudi Arabia is positioning itself as China’s energy partner of the future, building relationships that it hopes will create growth opportunities even as Chinese oil demand peaks.

Ørsted begins offshore installation at Greater Changhua 1 & 2a

Ørsted plans to begin full construction work at the 900-MW Greater Changhua 1 & 2a offshore wind farms in Taiwan in 2021.