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LG reaffirms $9.8bn EV battery commitment to Indonesia, Huayou and Apple expand local presence
Vietnam plans $18bn annual investment in power sector through 2035
Vietnam will need to invest between $16bn and $18bn each year until 2035 to carry out its updated National Power Development Plan (PDP VIII), according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Japan takes major step toward reviving nuclear reactor at Tomari
Japan’s nuclear regulator has conditionally approved a key report stating that Tomari Unit 3 on Hokkaido Island aligns with updated safety criteria—an essential step toward restarting the reactor
Doosan named key partner in Candu Energy's global nuclear projects
South Korean engineering firm Doosan Enerbility has been appointed a key partner by Canada's Candu Energy to support nuclear initiatives worldwide.
India’s coal production rises to 81.57mn tonnes in April
India’s total coal production in April 2025 reached 81.57mn tonnes (provisional), reflecting an increase from 78.71mn tonnes recorded during the same month last year, the Government of India announced in a press release dated May 1.
Togo begins construction of 25 MW solar-plus-storage plant in Dapaong
Togo has commenced construction of a 25 MW solar power plant with 36 MWh of battery storage in Dapaong, aiming to strengthen energy security and expand electricity access.
Chipping point – the climate toll of AI chip-making in East Asia
The meteoric rise of AI is sparking a parallel and largely overlooked environmental challenge: the significant climate impact of chip manufacturing, particularly in East Asia, says a new report from Greenpeace.
Taiwan approves over $414mn in semiconductor and green energy investments
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has approved six major investment cases totalling more than TWD13bn ($414mn), signalling strong momentum in the semiconductor and renewable energy sectors
Japan's JERA considers Alaska as potential LNG supplier
JERA, Japan's leading power generator, is exploring the possibility of sourcing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Alaska, according to an executive statement.
Taiwan assures sufficient power supply until 2032 amid nuclear plant closure
Taiwan's Premier Cho Jung-tai has reassured both domestic and international audiences that the country’s power generation will remain sufficient until at least 2032.
Indian power ministry outlines nuclear roadmap to boost clean energy targets
India’s Ministry of Power, under the chairmanship of Manohar Lal, Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, on April 28 deliberated on ways to achieve the target of 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047.
Northeast Asian countries debate feasibility study for Alaska LNG
Collaboration on a feasibility study for Alaska LNG is being considered by Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Indonesia’s coal politics: maintaining a strategic market price despite Chinese resistance
Indonesia's recent efforts to impose a government-mandated coal benchmark price or Harga Batubara Acuan on exports face resistance from its largest buyer, China
China re-exports record volume of LNG in April
China re-exported more than 280,000 tonnes of LNG in April, marking the highest monthly total on record.
Chinese LONGi plans to build solar panel facility in Algeria
Chinese solar module manufacturer LONGi Green Energy Technology announced plans to establish a partnership project for manufacturing solar panels in Algeria.
Cambodia partners with UN to enhance energy efficiency in building sector
Cambodia, in collaboration with the United Nations, has unveiled a new initiative aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in the country's building sector, according to a joint press release issued on April 28.
Brunei advances carbon accounting to tap peatland potential and climate finance
Brunei Darussalam is intensifying efforts to protect its vast peatland ecosystems as part of broader climate and biodiversity goals, Acting Forestry Director Reni bin Haji Yahya said at the ASEAN Training on Forest Carbon Accounting
NTPC Green Energy, Honeywell to explore sustainable aviation fuel production in India
NTPC Green Energy and US-based Honeywell have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in India, NTPC Green Energy announced in a press release.
India's Reliance Industries commissions first solar panel manufacturing line
Reliance Industries has commissioned its first solar panel manufacturing line, marking a key milestone in its ambitious new energy business, the Mumbai-based conglomerate said in an investor presentation.
Malaysian Aizo Group secures power purchase agreement with Tenaga for 99.99-MW solar project
Aizo Group Bhd (KL:AIZO), formerly known as Minetech Resources Bhd, has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Tenaga Nasional Bhd (KL:TENAGA) for a major 99.99MWac solar power project in Kampar, Perak
Sumitomo Mitsui Construction launches first floating solar plant in Japan under FIP scheme
Sumitomo Mitsui Construction revealed that it had completed construction of its first floating solar power plant operating under the feed-in-premium (FIP), with commercial operations set to commence on May 1 2025.
Australia’s Santos wins final approval for Barossa field from federal government
Development of the offshore Barossa gas field has won final approval from the Australian federal government, putting the AUD5.6bn project on track to start production by the end of this year.
US-Taiwanese universities team up on geothermal in Taiwan
Taiwan’s geothermal industry remains at a relatively early stage. Experts believe that international collaboration will help to accelerate the development of deep geothermal energy as a vital baseload power source.
HYCO1 and Malaysia LNG partner on 1 mtpa carbon capture project in Sarawak
HYCO1, Inc. and Malaysia LNG Sdn. Bhd. (MLNG) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the potential utilisation and conversion of 1mn tonnes per annum (mtpa) of carbon dioxide (CO₂)
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