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March 04, 2025
VinFast partners with Motech to boost EV service network in Philippines
Vietnamese electric vehicle giant VinFast is optimistic about the growth potential in the Philippine market. In late February, it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Motech, an automotive service center.
March 04, 2025Thailand’s ethanol revolution: Can biofuels deliver on climate goals?
Advances in biofuels could cement Thailand’s role as a regional leader in renewable energy, writes biofuels expert Hong Wai Onn.
March 03, 2025Indonesia unveils plan for cap-and-trade carbon market targeting industrial sector
Indonesia's government is set to implement a cap-and-trade carbon trading system, with more details expected to be released in August this year.
February 27, 2025Indonesia’s Mining Law Amendments face backlash over green energy implications
Indonesia’s recent amendment to its Mining Law has ignited heated debate and is expected to impact the country’s renewable energy development.
February 26, 2025Petronas cuts jobs, bets on low-carbon transition as profits decline
Petronas released its latest financial report, showing a 34% drop in annual profit. The company attributed this decline to falling international oil prices again and committed to continued investments in renewable energy and low-carbon initiatives.
February 26, 2025Malaysia's B20 biodiesel expansion stalled by infrastructure, investment gaps
Malaysia's biodiesel development has encountered significant challenges, with officials pointing to the need for infrastructure upgrades to increase the palm oil blending ratio in biodiesel.
February 26, 2025Unleashing bamboo: A nature-based solution to plastics
The plant has a potential role as a sustainable powerhouse, argues Austin Smith, but challenges remain in scaling up its production and trade.
February 25, 2025How China’s renewable pricing reforms will affect its climate goals
China’s solar and windfarms would no longer be guaranteed sales at a fixed price linked to coal benchmarks, under a new policy released by the central government.
February 25, 2025Vietnam to update Power Development Plan amid ambitious energy goals
Vietnam is expected to finalize the updated National Power Development Plan (PDP8) by the end of February. According to the draft, the country has significantly raised its electricity demand forecasts, energy imports, and renewable energy capacity. Solar
February 21, 2025Vietnam unveils coal phase-out plan, intends to stop 2 coal-power plants by 2030
To achieve net zero by 2050, Vietnam is implementing an energy transition action plan, which includes phasing out outdated coal-fired power plants while exploring the feasibility of co-firing biomass and ammonia.