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January 20, 2025
Thailand’s PM backs electricity rate cuts as elections near
The de facto leader of the ruling Pheu Thai Party, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, recently raised the topic of lowering electricity rates, sparking widespread discussion. Most of the proposals are related to renewable energy.
January 16, 2025
Global South can tackle air pollution, climate change with new approaches and solidarity
Policymakers must discard the “grow now, clean later” model, attract investment in renewables and collaborate, writes a former senior advisor for the Executive Office of the President of the Republic of Indonesia.
January 13, 2025
Japan deepens green energy, CCS cooperation in Southeast Asia
To reinforce Japan's influence in Southeast Asia, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba embarked on his first official overseas visit after taking office, choosing Malaysia and Indonesia—two key ASEAN member countries—for his trip.
January 10, 2025
Jakarta to launch world's largest Refuse-Derived Fuel plant in February
To alleviate the pressure on waste landfills around Jakarta, the Indonesian government is constructing the world’s largest Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) plant. Once completed in February, the plant is expected to process 2,500 tons of waste daily.
December 30, 2024
Japan's Inpex plans to double geothermal power capacity in Indonesia
Inpex, the Japanese energy giant that recently announced a joint exploration partnership with Indonesia's state-owned electricity company PLN, is reportedly planning to expand its geothermal energy operations in Indonesia.
December 19, 2024
Mitsubishi eyes Vietnam's green energy market with LNG, low-carbon technologies
Vietnam's renewable energy sector is booming, and Japanese companies operating locally are noticing the shift.
December 17, 2024
Taiwan’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 10, 2024
Philippines makes significant leap in renewable energy investment, BNEF report reveals
The Philippines ranked among the top two most attractive emerging markets in Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) latest climate survey.
December 03, 2024
Geothermal energy development faces challenges in Indonesia, Philippines
Indonesia and the Philippines possess rich geothermal resources. However, high risks and local concerns over safety and environmental impacts hinder financing and industry growth.
November 28, 2024
More Power establishes one-stop service in Iloilo for net metering, DER
To boost the integration of renewable energy into the grid, More Power in the Philippines has been authorized to establish a one-stop service center in Iloilo City, located in the central region of the country.