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December 18, 2024
Philippines struggles to break free from coal despite renewables pledge
The government has ambitious plans for renewable energy but coal power is still on the rise.
December 17, 2024Taiwan’s feed-in tariff system under scrutiny amid calls for reform
Taiwan’s feed-in tariff (FIT) system, a cornerstone policy for promoting renewable energy development, is facing growing debate. The Ministry of Economic Affairs recently announced its draft FIT rates for 2025, maintaining stable reductions for solar ener
December 17, 2024Indonesia to build 20 nuclear power plants with first project by ThorCon
In its push for net-zero emissions by 2050, the Indonesian government has announced plans to construct at least 20 nuclear power plants, with the first project expected to be awarded to US nuclear developer ThorCon.
December 16, 2024Record-breaking Philippines typhoon season was ‘supercharged’ by climate change
This year’s record-breaking typhoon season in the Philippines – which saw six consecutive storm systems hit the country in under a month – was “supercharged” by climate change, according to a rapid attribution study.
December 16, 2024Chinese solar manufacturers’ continued losses prompt industry action
Ending the damaging price war may require fundamental reform. How did the industry get here, and how can it recover?
December 13, 2024Southeast Asia's carbon market could reach $3 trillion by 2050, says ASEAN report
Southeast Asia's carbon market potential remains largely untapped. A recent report highlights that over the past 15 years, carbon credits provided by the ASEAN region have accounted for only 7% of the global carbon market.
December 13, 2024Mixed climate legacy of Scholz’s collapsed coalition leaves challenges for next government
The early end of Olaf Scholz’s coalition government follows a three-year term marked by crises and a deep internal dispute over funding for future climate and energy policies.
December 12, 2024Singapore's Charge+ acquires 3 EV charging firms as new licensing rules begin
The electric vehicle charging station market in Singapore is undergoing significant changes. Some operators are opting to divest, with one company acquiring three competitors and over 140 charging points in one go.
December 12, 2024Q&A: What could a US-China trade war mean for the energy transition?
Ahead of Donald Trump’s second term as US president, a rerun of his first trade war with China is firmly on the cards – and minerals key to the energy transition may end up in the crossfire.
December 11, 2024BP, JERA merge offshore wind businesses to spread investment risk
BP and JERA announced on Dec. 9 that they plan to invest $5.8 billion by the end of 2030 to integrate their respective offshore wind businesses through a joint venture.