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October 07, 2025
Thailand could lead ASEAN’s data center race with bolder clean energy goals, Ember says
A new report from the global energy think tank Ember argues that Thailand could set even higher targets, which would strengthen the country’s position in regional data center growth.
September 18, 2025Philippines launches first baseload solar plant with battery storage in Batangas
Philippine renewable energy developer Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation (CREC) has inaugurated the country’s first baseload solar power plant, Citicore Solar (CS) Batangas 1.
August 22, 2025Malaysia’s first large-scale grid storage projects draw over 20 bidders
Malaysia is rapidly expanding solar and other intermittent renewable generation, creating strong momentum for energy storage. The country’s first four large-scale grid-connected storage projects have attracted significant interest.
August 05, 2025Thailand’s Banpu Power expands U.S. market with battery storage facility
Thailand’s energy major Banpu Power has announced plans to establish a battery energy storage system (BESS) facility in the United States, aiming to tap into the soaring power demand driven by data centers and artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
July 23, 2025Analysis: China’s clean-energy exports in 2024 alone will cut overseas CO2 by 1%
China’s exports of clean-energy technologies such as solar panels, batteries and electric vehicles are increasingly helping to cut emissions in other countries.
July 22, 2025How EVs and electric water heaters are turning cities into giant batteries in Australia
As the electrification of transport and heating accelerates, many worry the increased demand could overload national power grids. In Australia, electricity consumption is expected to double by 2050.
July 11, 2025Vietnam’s solar sector powers ahead despite US tariffs, driven by DPPA and rising local demand
Despite uncertainties surrounding US tariffs, Vietnam’s renewable energy market remains resilient, attracting attention from developers in Japan and France.
May 20, 2025CATL targets global expansion with $5.3 billion Hong Kong listing
China’s largest electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL), was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on May 20, aiming to raise up to USD 5.3 billion.
May 14, 2025Keppel, Huawei partner to power Asia’s low-carbon transition
Singapore-based multinational Keppel and Chinese tech giant Huawei have announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop renewable energy solutions. The collaboration will focus on Southeast Asia and other parts of Asia.
April 30, 2025Grid operators recommend splitting German power price zone, industry disagrees
European TSOs have recommended that Germany split its single electricity price zone into up to five bidding zones. This should maximise economic efficiency across the whole market area, ensuring supply security and reducing cost.