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July 01, 2025

Indonesia’s 10 GW renewables goal at risk as PLN faces criticism over slow progress

Indonesia’s energy transition is progressing slower than anticipated, with experts pointing to the inefficiency of state-owned utility PLN and fragmented policies that are limiting the number of bankable projects.
July 01, 2025

Specter of dams and diversion looms over Southeast Asia’s Salween River

The Salween River, one of Asia’s last free-flowing rivers, supports Indigenous communities and biodiversity across China, Myanmar and Thailand, but faces threats from at least 20 proposed hydropower dams, mainly in Myanmar.
July 01, 2025

CATL breaks ground on $5.9 billion new battery plant in Indonesia

Chinese EV battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) officially broke ground on a new factory in Indonesia on June 29. The project aligns with President Prabowo Subianto’s vision to establish a complete battery supply chain.
June 30, 2025

ASEAN nations accelerate nuclear policy reforms to meet low-carbon demand

As demand for low-carbon electricity continues to surge, ASEAN countries are advancing nuclear-related legislation. The Philippines has recently released a draft framework for commercial nuclear power development.
June 27, 2025

Decarbonizing industry: Thai cement giants take diverse paths

Cement is tightly linked to national economic development, particularly in emerging markets undergoing rapid infrastructure expansion. However, the sector is also a major source of carbon emissions.
June 27, 2025

Study finds major coral loss in Vietnam’s first marine protected area

Vietnam’s first marine protected area (MPA), Nha Trang Bay, has lost nearly 200 hectares (494 acres) of coral reef since it was established in 2002, according to a new study. The study calls for stronger conservation measures.
June 26, 2025

Indonesia’s energy transition attracts momentum from sovereign funds

Indonesia is emerging as a promising destination for energy transition investments. Two of the country’s leading sovereign wealth funds have recently reaffirmed their commitment to scaling up investments in clean energy.
June 25, 2025

Adaptation through water: ASEAN urged to boost climate resilience

90% of extreme weather events are linked to water, underscoring the urgent need for Adaptation through Water (AtW) strategies. Southeast Asian countries are particularly vulnerable to climate impacts, with projected economic losses of up to 25%.
June 24, 2025

Global energy giants bet on Vietnam’s offshore wind: Will 2027 be the turning point?

Vietnam’s offshore wind potential remains largely untapped, and the sector is progressing at a relatively slow pace. Nevertheless, multinational companies from the U.S., Europe, and China continue to express strong confidence in its long-term prospects.
June 23, 2025

Malaysia to launch automatic fuel adjustment for electricity tariffs in July

Starting in July, Peninsular Malaysia will implement an Automatic Fuel Adjustment (AFA) mechanism for electricity pricing, replacing the current Imbalance Cost Pass-Through (ICPT) system.
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