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August 13, 2024
TotalEnergies supplies 100% cooking oil-based marine fuel for the first time in Singapore
A significant milestone has been achieved in the development of marine low-carbon fuels. On August 5, French energy giant TotalEnergies successfully introduced its first batch of 100% biofuel (B100) at the port of Singapore.
August 13, 2024Indonesia eases local content requirements to boost renewable energy investment
Following the recent relaxation of local content regulations for power project financing, Indonesia has announced on August 12 a reduction in local content requirements for three types of renewable energy power plants.
August 12, 2024Thailand’s EV incentive plan draws major investments from Nissan, Hyundai
To attract investment from electric vehicle (EV) related businesses, the Thai government has rolled out a series of incentives, prompting responses from major multinational companies.
August 12, 2024Infineon launches world’s largest SiC power semiconductor plant in Malaysia
Infineon Technologies, a leading German semiconductor manufacturer, officially inaugurated the world's largest silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor manufacturing facility in Malaysia on August 8.
August 12, 2024Heat pumps could help cut China’s building CO2 emissions by 75%, says IEA
Wider adoption of heat pumps could accelerate decarbonisation of heating in China’s carbon-intensive buildings and light industry sectors, a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA) says.
August 08, 2024Malaysian government releases first solid waste circular economy blueprint
The Malaysian government unveiled its first Circular Economy Blueprint for Solid Waste (2025-2035) on August 6, outlining a 10-year policy direction for solid waste management.
August 07, 2024One-third of voluntary carbon market credits fail to meet additionality standards: ICVCM
Due to a lack of additionality, nearly one-third of carbon credits in the global voluntary carbon market do not meet high-quality standards, according to ICVCM.
August 07, 2024Harris names Tim Walz as VP pick: What are his climate achievements in Minnesota?
The Democratic vice presidential candidate has emerged as the choice of President Kamala Harris, with Minnesota governor Tim Walz selected for his ability to appeal to white rural voters.
August 07, 2024Germany prepares electricity market reform based on greater flexibility, hydrogen, capacity market
Germany is set to reform its electricity market design as it moves to decarbonise its power sector. In a paper outlining fields of action, the economy ministry (BMWK) presented reform options for the market elements of renewables support.
August 06, 2024Thailand targets 585 million kWh savings with new public sector energy-saving plan
To reduce the country’s overall energy consumption, the Thai government is launching an energy-saving program targeting public sector agencies.