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May 08, 2025

Singapore commits $500 million to accelerate Asia’s clean energy transition

In a move to lower investment risks in energy transition, the Singaporean government plans to invest USD 500 million through a blended finance approach to support industrial decarbonization and clean energy adoption.
May 08, 2025

Verra launches new method to turn early coal plant closures into carbon credits

Verra, an international carbon credit verification body, announced a new certification methodology that allows emissions reductions from early coal plant shutdowns to be converted into carbon credits.
May 08, 2025

Indonesia defies global coal retreat with captive plant boom

Indonesia added 1.9 gigawatts of new coal capacity in 2024, the third-highest globally, mainly to power metal smelters supporting the electric vehicle industry — despite global efforts to phase out coal.
May 07, 2025

Thailand’s solar sector faces hurdles in net zero push

Entrenched gas interests and domestic issues put a strain on Thailand’s solar potential, writes renewable energy expert Chalie Charoenlarpnopparut.
May 06, 2025

Japan accelerates clean energy cooperation with ASEAN countries

In recent weeks, Japan has stepped up its clean energy collaboration with ASEAN nations, highlighted by former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visits to Indonesia and Malaysia on behalf of the Asia Zero Emissions Community (AZEC).
May 05, 2025

Why experts believe U.S. tariffs could accelerate ASEAN’s energy transition

China's solar industry, facing a saturated domestic market and U.S. trade restrictions, is increasingly looking to Southeast Asia as a destination for its surplus capacity. This dynamic could make clean energy technologies more affordable for ASEAN.
May 05, 2025

What next for Southeast Asia’s China-backed solar boom?

The region has emerged as a leading solar exporter, helped by Chinese companies’ relocating their production – but US tariffs are beginning to bite.
May 05, 2025

Indonesia eyes 10 GW in nuclear capacity by 2030 as foreign interest grows

To boost its low-carbon energy mix, the Indonesian government plans to sign agreements for 10 GW of nuclear power capacity within the next five years.
May 02, 2025

Q&A: How Southeast Asia can seize the renewable energy opportunity

Southeast Asia needs to scale-up its renewables. Grant Hauber explains how the region can unlock investment and cut volatility.
April 30, 2025

Chinese battery tech dominance reshapes Indonesia’s supply chain

South Korea’s LG Energy Solution (LGES) has withdrawn from Indonesia’s high-profile Project Titan, a move that has sparked renewed debate within the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain industry. _1234b
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