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AI boom sparks 150% surge in Big Tech’s indirect emissions, UN report finds

10 June 2025

A new report from a United Nations agency reveals that indirect carbon emissions from major AI-driven tech firms – Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, which owns Google, and Meta – have soared by an average of 150% over the past three years.

India to achieve 50% non-fossil power capacity target ahead of 2030

10 June 2025

India is on track to achieve its target of having 50% of its power generation capacity from non-fossil sources well before the 2030 deadline, according to the World Energy Investment 2025 report by the International Energy Agency

Indonesian ministers strengthen security and biofuel drive in Papua conflict zones

10 June 2025

In a show of unified state presence and inter-ministerial cooperation, Indonesia’s Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati visited several conflict-affected regions in Papua on June 7-8

Czech government reiterates domestic suppliers will have 60% share in Dukovany nuclear project

10 June 2025

The Czech government reiterated that domestic suppliers will have a 60% share in the CZK407bn (16.4bn) project to construct two new blocks at the Dukovany nuclear power plant.

Doosan Enerbility lands $664mn deal for Vietnam gas power plant

10 June 2025

South Korea’s Doosan Enerbility has clinched a significant contract worth KRW900bn (approximately $664mn) to construct a gas-fired power facility in Vietnam.

DDEL and International Clean-Tech Partner to deploy modular hydrogen systems in India and Thailand

10 June 2025

DEE Development Engineers Limited (DDEL), an Indian company specialising in process piping solutions for the oil & gas, power, and process industries, has tied up with International Clean-Tech Partner, a global provider of sustainable energy

IndiGrid to acquire solar and transmission assets worth up to $250mn in India

10 June 2025

ndiGrid, a power sector infrastructure investment trust, has entered into definitive agreements to acquire one solar and one transmission asset for a combined enterprise value (EV) of approximately INR21.08bn ($250mn)

Japan’s Daisho to build 1.99-MW biomass plant in Kumamoto without FIT scheme

10 June 2025

Daisho has appointed Takuma to handle the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of a new 1.99 MW biomass power facility in Koshi City, located in Japan’s Kumamoto Prefecture.

Thai Foreign ministry confirms electricity and internet cut proposals to Cambodia remain on the table

10 June 2025

Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reaffirmed that proposed measures to suspend electricity and internet services to Cambodian border areas remain under consideration amid ongoing tensions along the Thai–Cambodian frontier.

Lao government introduces four measures to strengthen domestic electricity supply

10 June 2025

The Lao government has set out four primary strategies to enhance the country's electricity generation capacity, in a bid to tackle ongoing domestic power shortages.

Hong Kong-listed Drinda announces agreement with Schmid Pekintas to establish PV cell production base in Turkey

9 June 2025

China’s Hong Kong-listed Hainan Drinda New Energy Technology Co has announced that subsidiary Jietai New Energy Investment has signed a cooperation agreement with Schmid Pekintas Energy, to jointly establish a 2-GW PV cell base in Turkey.

Bangladesh seeks additional LNG cargoes, investment from Qatar to boost energy security push

9 June 2025

Bangladesh is intensifying efforts to bolster its energy security, requesting additional LNG cargoes and infrastructure investment from Qatar during Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus’ recent visit to Doha.

Saatvik Green Energy breaks ground on 4-GW solar module plant in India's Odisha

9 June 2025

Saatvik Solar Industries Private Limited (SSIPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Saatvik Green Energy Limited (SGEL), has commenced construction of a 4-GW solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing facility in Odisha.

Taiwan official visits Alaska LNG site amid energy talks

9 June 2025

A senior Taiwanese official recently visited the site of a major liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Alaska, a venture heavily promoted by the former Trump administration as a strategic energy source for Asia.

Asian LNG spot market prices dip amid weak demand and high inventories

9 June 2025

Prices on the Asian LNG spot market slid for the first time in five weeks.

Indonesia eyes seaweed downstreaming to power green economy, unlock $12bn value

6 June 2025

Indonesia is advancing plans to industrialise seaweed as part of its green energy agenda, aiming to transform the marine commodity into a third-generation biofuel and unlock over $12bn (IDR195.7 trillion) in economic potential

Court dismisses Petronas’ bid to delay Sarawak gas payment suit amid legal dispute with Petros

6 June 2025

Efforts by Malaysia’s national oil company, Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), to postpone a legal hearing involving Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) over a MYR7.95mn ($1.9mn) gas-related claim have been rejected by the Kuching High Court

Maxvolt Energy plans lithium battery recycling plant in India

6 June 2025

Maxvolt Energy Industries Limited, an Indian lithium battery technology company, has announced plans to expand its lithium battery recycling capacity through a proposed new facility in the Delhi National Capital Region or Western Uttar Pradesh

Global energy investment to reach a record $3.3 trillion in 2025, but problems with grids remain – IEA

5 June 2025

Global energy investment is projected to reach a record $3.3 trillion in 2025, despite continued economic uncertainty and heightened geopolitical risks, according to the International Energy Agency.

Vietnam’s PM demands uninterrupted power supply ahead of expected record summer demand

5 June 2025

Hydropower facilities have been urged to optimise water resources for power generation during the ongoing dry season, while coal and gas supplies for electricity production must be guaranteed.

Pakistan’s power sector in 2025 at a critical juncture

5 June 2025

The country recorded notable growth in solar energy deployment and added new renewable capacity, but these gains came against the backdrop of deep-rooted structural challenges

Indian auto maker Maruti Suzuki expands solar capacity to 79MWp

5 June 2025

Reinforcing its commitment to expand the use of renewable energy in its operations, Indian auto manufacturer Maruti Suzuki India Limited on June 4 announced the addition of 30MWp solar capacity through two new projects.

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