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March 13, 2024
Experts warn of greenwashing in Thailand's Bio-Circular-Green model
The Thai government's green energy project has sparked concerns about agricultural land justice, with some villagers protesting forced land acquisition.
March 13, 2024
ACEN, BrightNight partner for 1 GW renewable projects in Philippines
ACEN, a subsidiary of the Ayala Group, has collaborated with US-based BrightNight to construct 1 GW of renewable energy portfolio in the Philippines. The Philippine firm said the renewables portfolio will entail an investment of $1.2 billion over the next
March 11, 2024
IFC green loan to speed up renewable energy in Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam
The International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank Group, and Siam Commercial Bank of Thailand have decided to provide a green loan to Thailand's renewable energy company, Sermsang Palang Ngan (SPN), totaling approximately 64 million USD.
March 08, 2024
Vietnam anticipates renewables to make up 70% of power mix by 2045
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh officially approved the "2030 National Energy Development Strategy" on Mar. 1. The strategy aims to increase the proportion of renewable energy to 15%-20% by 2030 and expects to reach 65%-70% by 2045.
February 23, 2024
Changi Airport, Keppel initiate Singapore’s largest rooftop solar project
Changi Airport Group (CAG) has embarked on a project in collaboration with Keppel, marking the commencement of construction for a vast solar PV system across the rooftops of Changi Airport’s terminals and a designated area within its airfield.
February 23, 2024
Thailand’s new power plan expected to be implemented by Q2
Thailand’s new power development plan is expected to be finalized by Q2 and will focus more on renewable energy. The final decision on whether to include nuclear power as part of the alternative energy mix will be made by the minister.
February 21, 2024
Conference draws over 600 experts to discuss Taiwan geothermal development
Taiwan International Geothermal Conference returned for its second edition on Feb. 20 to 21 in Taipei, bringing together 47 companies and more than 600 experts to exchange ideas on geothermal development.
February 21, 2024
Thailand's EGCO commits 836 million to expend energy markets including renewables
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGTA) announced on Feb. 13, 2024, that its subsidiary, EGCO Group, is planning to invest 30 billion Thai Baht (about 836 million USD) this year. This investment is aimed at adding 1,000 MW of electricity g
February 17, 2024
Pertamina shows latest green solutions at Indonesia Motor Show
Indonesia’s Pertamina took the spotlight at the 2024 Indonesia International Motor Show, unveiling its new green energy solutions.
February 16, 2024
Thai SSP eyes on wind power in Taiwan and Philippines
Thai energy listed company Sermsang Power (SSP) announced an expansion in renewable energy development, with an anticipated investment exceeding 10 billion Thai Baht (about 282 million USD).