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Sahasdhanavi signs power purchase agreement with Ceylon Electricity Board
Russia is aiming to eventually conduct trade with Indonesia using their respective national currencies, the ruble and the rupiah, although no timeline has been set, Jakarta Globe reported. The move aligns with a broader push within the BRICS group
Octopus Energy backs South Korean solar expansion
Octopus Energy, one of the UK's popular energy suppliers, is increasing its presence in Asia’s green energy space by supporting solar initiatives in South Korea.
Meralco partners with French energy firm to explore nuclear power in the Philippines
Meralco, the Philippines’ leading electricity distributor, has entered into a partnership with Électricité de France (EDF), a state-run French energy company, to assess the potential of nuclear energy development in the country.
Infroneer Japan targets $30.8mn profit in battery storage by FY2027
Infroneer Holdings, the parent company of Maeda Corporation and Japan Wind Development, has identified battery storage as its most rapidly expanding sector in its Medium-term Vision 2027, revealed on April 11 2025.
Vietnam considers granting PM authority over nuclear plant investment decisions
Vietnam is weighing a significant shift in its nuclear energy policy by proposing to grant the Prime Minister authority to approve investment policies for nuclear power plants, a responsibility currently held by the National Assembly.
Singapore advances LNG and green methane marine fuel strategy with new industry proposals
Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) has received 14 proposals from 18 companies under its recent call for expressions of interest to expand liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering operations
Malaysian hydropower provider Jentayu inks 40-year power deal for Sabah’s run-of-river project
Jentayu Sustainables Bhd’s 70%-owned subsidiary, Oriole Hydro Padas Sdn Bhd (OHP), has entered into a 40-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SESB) for a 162-megawatt (MW) run-of-river hydroelectric project
Heads of leading international energy organisations to address at TEIF 2025 in Kuala Lumpur
Registration for in-person participation in TEIF 2025 closes on 15 April 2025.
Managing methane emissions in the Trump era: interview
Beyond an earnest desire to minimise the environmental impact of operations, it also pays for investors to take the issue seriously, Clayton Nash, the director of emissions solutions at Colorado-based Tegre, tells Newsbase.
Laos begins construction of $4bn coal power plant to supply electricity to Cambodia
Laos has begun construction of a $4bn coal-fired thermal power plant in the southern province of Xekong, with electricity from the facility set to be exported to Cambodia, officials said.
Vietnam to host milestone P4G summit on green transition
Vietnam will host the P4G Summit this week in Hanoi, marking a significant step in the country’s pursuit of sustainable development and green transformation, the government said.
NHPC commissions part of Karnisar solar plant in India's Rajasthan
NHPC has commissioned part capacity of 107.14 MW out of total 300 MW Karnisar solar power plant in Bikaner in the state of Rajasthan
India’s Maharashtra state inks pact with Russian ROSATOM for small modular reactor
The Maharashtra State Power Generation Company (MAHAGENCO) has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Russia’s state-run atomic energy corporation ROSATOM to collaborate on the development of a thorium-fuelled small modular reactor
Indonesia ranks third globally in new coal capacity despite climate commitments
In stark contrast to the global retreat from coal-fired power plant (CFPP) expansion, Indonesia has become the third-largest contributor to new coal capacity in 2024, adding 1.9 gigawatts (GW)
Taiwan looks to cut US trade deficit with more LNG imports
As with most other US trading partners, Taiwan has been hit with an increase in tariffs by US President Donald Trump. To avoid those tariffs, Taiwan is proposing larger purchases of US LNG.
Lego opens $1bn solar-powered factory in Vietnam, eyes emission-free operations by 2026
Danish toy giant Lego has launched a $1bn factory in southern Vietnam, aiming to power the facility entirely with renewable energy by 2026, as the company accelerates efforts to cut carbon emissions and meet growing demand in Southeast Asia.
Laos begins construction of $4bn coal-fired plant to supply power to Cambodia
Laos' Phonesack Group Co., Ltd has begun construction of a $4bn coal-fired power plant in Xekong province, with electricity to be exported to Cambodia under a long-term supply agreement.
Vietnam revises power plan amid LNG delays, holds off major renewable expansion
Vietnam’s Industry and Trade has submitted proposed adjustments to its national power development plan, warning of delays in liquefied natural gas projects and postponing consideration of a major corporate proposal for expanded renewable energy.
Thailand launches solar-powered smart pier to boost green mobility on Chao Phraya River
Thailand’s Ministry of Transport on April 10 inaugurated the Rama VII Smart Pier, a solar-powered facility aimed at advancing sustainable water transport along the Chao Phraya River.
Taiwan’s Fortune Electric sees steady export growth despite US tariffs
Taiwan-based power equipment manufacturer Fortune Electric has confirmed that its business operations remain stable despite ongoing US tariffs introduced by President Trump.
Hiroshima Gas launches construction of biomass plant, targets mid-2026 completion
Hiroshima Gas commenced the build of its inaugural fully-owned biomass facility on 28 March 2025 in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The Onoura Biomass Power Plant is scheduled to become operational by July 2026.
India's Uttar Pradesh state targets 22 GW solar capacity by FY2027
India’s most populous state, Uttar Pradesh, is targeting 22 GW of solar energy capacity by FY2027, up from the current 3 GW, according to a government of India press release issued on April 10.
Berde Renewables and Holcim Philippines scale up solar partnership for greater sustainability impact
Berde Renewables Inc., supported by I Squared Capital, is expanding its renewable energy collaboration with Holcim Philippines, one of the country's leading cement manufacturers.
New solar partnership powers cleaner energy future for the Philippines
Nickel Asia Corporation’s renewable energy subsidiary, Emerging Power Inc. (EPI), has partnered with Mabuhay Energy Corporation (MECO) to support the country’s shift to sustainable electricity.
India’s natural gas demand projected to surge nearly 60% by 2030
ndia’s natural gas demand is forecast to surge by nearly 60% by the end of this decade, driven primarily by expanding use of compressed natural gas (CNG) in vehicles and piped natural gas in households and industry
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