REM - Renewable Energy

German ib vogt starts 99 MWp Philippine plant

German renewable energy developer ib vogt has commenced construction of a 99 MWp solar power plant in Iloilo province, marking an expansion of its clean power footprint in the Philippines.

Pakistan’s solar boom cuts reliance on imported LNG

Pakistan’s rapid expansion of distributed solar is reshaping its electricity system, reducing reliance on imported fuels and potentially offering a model for other energy-importing emerging economies.

India highlights energy security, permitting reforms at G20 meeting in Houston

India highlighted its expansion of power generation capacity, energy security measures and regulatory reforms at the G20 Energy Abundance Working Group meetings in Houston on September 15, the government said.

India’s Suratwwala Business Group secures solar project contract

Suratwwala Business Group Ltd (NSE:SBGLP) announced on September 16, 2026, that its subsidiary, Suratwwala Natural Energy Resource Pvt. Ltd., had secured a solar power development contract to bolster its regional renewable energy footprint.

Thailand’s Amata, B.Grimm develop 42.5-MWp floating solar

Thailand’s Amata Corporation and energy producer B.Grimm Power are jointly developing a 42.5-MWp floating solar farm at an industrial estate in Chon Buri province.

Clean energy becomes essential to Cambodia’s export competitiveness

Cambodia’s garment, footwear and textile (GFT) industry faces mounting pressure to shift towards renewable electricity as international buyers increasingly make it a condition of doing business

Ecopetrol approves government-led board overhaul at country's top oil company

Shareholders of Ecopetrol, Colombia's state-controlled oil company, approved on September 15 a sweeping board overhaul proposed by President Abelardo de la Espriella's government, installing six new directors

Solar, wind shares in Turkey’s energy mix surge

Turkey has sharply expanded the role of solar and wind power in its electricity mix over the past decade, with solar's share rising 28-fold and wind's share more than doubling.

All On invests $5mn in PowerGen to expand Nigeria mini-grids

Impact investor All On has invested $5mn in PowerGen Renewable Energy Nigeria to expand mini-grids and improve electricity access.

New 117 MW wind power plant planned in Ukraine's Khmelnytskyi region

Djibouti reforms could attract over $600mn in solar, data centre and tourism investment, World Bank says

The World Bank identified up to about $390mn in off-grid solar investment, $160mn-$240mn in data centres and $66mn-$180mn in tourism, with the estimates conditional on recommended reforms being implemented.

Lesotho’s $6.2bn hydro-AI project draws scrutiny over minister’s investment link

Lesotho’s $6.2bn Kobong hydropower and AI project is facing fresh scrutiny after an investigation linked a cabinet minister to a potential local investment partner.

Philippines' Alternergy sets debut $32mn green debt deal

Alternergy Holdings (PSE: ALTER) is set to tap the domestic debt market with a PHP2bn ($32mn) issuance of 1.5-year green fixed-rate notes, the board approved.

Hyundai Motor to supply 480 hydrogen buses

Hyundai Motor (005380.KS) will supply 480 hydrogen fuel cell buses to transit operator Sunjin Group by 2032, the automotive company announced on September 16.

Cambodia and BYD discuss expanding EV investment

Cambodia is seeking deeper investment from BYD (1211) to accelerate its EV ambitions, while the country is pushing green energy investment.

India adds 8.2 GWh of BESS capacity in first half of 2026

India added 8.2 GWh of battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity in the first half of 2026, a sharp increase from the 98.4 MWh installed during the same period last year.

Finland's Korkia grows Chile footprint with data centre-linked renewable projects

Finnish energy company Korkia has expanded its Chilean investment strategy into "powered land", plots earmarked for data centres where electricity access and grid connection capacity are secured or clearly defined.

EIB lends €100mn to turn Klaipeda port into defence and clean-energy hub

Klaipeda is Lithuania’s only major seaport and an increasingly important gateway for Nato military mobility, offshore wind development and national energy security.

Masdar, Taaleri inaugurate 154 MW wind farm in Serbia

UAE renewable energy company Masdar and Finnish fund manager Taaleri Energia have inaugurated a 154-megawatt wind farm in Serbia, creating the country's largest wind power complex.

Egypt explores Dabaa seawater desalination plant in strategic partnership with Russia's Rosatom

Two groups bid to expand Argentina's General Pico solar park by up to 30 MW

Argentina’s state-owned energy company Pampetrol has received two bids to build the second 15 MW stage of the General Pico photovoltaic solar park in La Pampa, with the tender allowing the selected project to be expanded by another 15 MW.

South African smart-energy firm Plentify maps expansion after $15mn funding

South African smart-energy company Plentify plans to use capital raised from investors to expand its product range, increase marketing and pursue international growth.

Uzbekistan adds 2.5 GW of solar, reducing gas consumption by 1bn cubic metres

Uzbekistan installed 2,508 MW of small-scale solar capacity between 2023 and August 13 this year, generating 4.07bn kWh of electricity, according to the Ministry of Energy.

Nigeria begins new phase of cooperation with the International Energy Agency

Nigeria has begun a new phase of cooperation with the IEA following a visit to Abuja by IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol.

HD Hyundai wins approval for 100 MW power plant

South Korea’s HD Hyundai (267250.KS) operates through its intermediate sub-holding unit, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, received technical approval for a 100 MW floating power plant to meet rising energy demand from data centres.