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Dry-season demand pushes Vietnam to strengthen the national grid

11 May 2026

Vietnam is preparing emergency measures to prevent electricity shortages during the 2026 dry season as demand rises and global energy markets remain volatile.

China’s Goldwind inks contract for 43.5-MW wind, BESS project in Turkey

11 May 2026

Chinese wind turbine maker Goldwind Science & Technology (SHE:002202) said on May 11 it has inked a cooperation agreement with Turkish energy company Ova Enerji for the 43.5-megawatt Cayirlar hybrid project in western Turkey.

Colombia crosses 70% clean energy threshold, ranks fourth in South America

11 May 2026

Colombia's clean energy share surpassed 70% of its total power mix as of May 9, making it the fourth country in South America by renewable energy uptake, according to the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME)

Colombia pushes Glencore to start Cerrejon closure talks before concession runs out

11 May 2026

Colombia's Ministry of Mines and Energy called for Glencore to convene with regional authorities in La Guajira and local community representatives to begin discussions on winding down the Cerrejon coal mine — one of the world's largest open

Anthem reaches financial close on 20MW Eswatini solar project

11 May 2026

South African renewable energy developer Anthem has reached financial close on the 20MW Tsamela solar PV project in Eswatini, marking a milestone in the country’s efforts to expand domestic electricity generation.

Chinese energy giant Ming Yang secures licence for Ethiopia renewables project

11 May 2026

Ming Yang Smart Energy has secured an investment licence for a multibillion-dollar renewable energy and green industrial project in Ethiopia that includes 8.4GW of wind and solar capacity alongside planned green ammonia and equipment investments.

IFC considers $40mn investment in African clean energy platform FEI

11 May 2026

The International Finance Corporation is considering an investment of up to $40mn in the Facility for Energy Inclusion, a blended-finance platform supporting decentralised renewable energy projects across Africa.

Global biofuel production up sevenfold in the last two decades - OWID

11 May 2026

In the late 20th century, a handful of countries — led by Brazil and the United States — turned to liquid biofuels to reduce their dependence on foreign oil markets, producing transport fuels from cheap crops instead.

Foxconn, Poland sign EV production deal

11 May 2026

Taiwanese tech giant Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn) (2317.TW) signed a strategic partnership with Poland’s state-owned ElectroMobility Poland (EMP) to develop an electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem, the company announced on May 7.

Philippine bank backs $1.3bn green energy storage

11 May 2026

BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) committed PHP75bn ($1.3bn) to finance two hydroelectric projects for Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. in Rizal and Laguna, the bank announced on May 10.

India's Gujarat state commissions 870-MW battery storage capacity across five locations

11 May 2026

India’s western state of Gujarat has rolled out battery energy storage systems with a combined capacity of 870 MW at five sites as part of its push to strengthen renewable energy integration and grid reliability.

Steam leak forces shutdown at ageing Japanese nuclear reactor

11 May 2026

Kansai Electric Power Co. said it halted a reactor at its Mihama nuclear power plant in central Japan on May 8 after steam was discovered leaking near a high-pressure turbine.

Vietnam pushes green transport through Hanoi vehicle restrictions

11 May 2026

Hanoi is moving ahead with plans to curb fossil fuel vehicles in central districts under a proposed low-emission zone scheme aimed at cutting pollution and promoting greener transport.

Jordan approves legislation to regulate green hydrogen sector

10 May 2026

Jordan has introduced new legislation to regulate its emerging green hydrogen sector, aiming to accelerate investment and establish a clear legal framework for production and infrastructure development.

Brazil sees biofuel boost

9 May 2026

Brazil’s biofuels sector could add as much as BRL403.2bn ($82.3bn) to the country’s gross domestic product between 2030 and 2035, according to a study released by the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV).

Chile’s solar surge deepens grid strains as battery investment accelerates

9 May 2026

Chile’s solar sector strengthened its dominance in March as photovoltaic generation supplied nearly 29% of electricity output in the country’s National Electric System (SEN).

Cuba expands solar push with first battery-backed plant in Ciego de Ávila

9 May 2026

Cuba inaugurated a 5MW solar park with integrated battery storage in the province of Ciego de Ávila as the Caribbean nation accelerates efforts to stabilise its fragile electricity system and reduce dependence on fossil-fuel generation

Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan set agreed reservoir releases vital to downstream irrigation

8 May 2026

Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan on May 7 signed a trilateral protocol in Tashkent that sets agreed water release volumes and schedules from Kyrgyzstan’s Toktogul Reservoir for the next two months.

Kenya among markets to watch as Africa continues to build momentum in wind energy development

8 May 2026

This year’s Global Wind Report examines how wind power is expanding worldwide, sets out what is needed to maintain progress and, in its Markets to Watch section, highlights countries where delivery is starting to match ambition.

Solar-plus-storage fall below those of fossil fuels - IRENA

8 May 2026

wRenewable power paired with battery storage is becoming cost-competitive with fossil fuels for around-the-clock electricity supply, according to a new report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).

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