Vietnam Unveils National Action Plan to Boost Renewable Energy and Circular Economy
Vietnam has introduced its National Action Plan for a Circular Economy until 2035, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy development to drive sustainable economic growth and environmental protection. The plan, approved on January 23, 2025, under Decision No. 222/QĐ-TTg, outlines strategies to enhance energy efficiency, minimize waste, and promote resource recycling as the country […]
Budget 2025: Incentives to boost adoption of electric heavy vehicles, installation of fast chargers
SINGAPORE – Owners of heavy goods vehicles and buses will be given incentives to switch to electric models as part of the Government’s latest push to reduce planet-warming carbon emissions generated by the transport sector.
Indonesia targets 35% renewable energy led by solar, hydro, geothermal
Indonesia has unveiled its updated National Power Supply Plan (RUPTL), projecting an additional 71 GW of installed capacity over the next decade, with a focus on solar, hydropower, and geothermal energy to drive renewable power generation. The plan targets increasing the share of renewable energy to 35% of the country’s total energy mix by 2034.
Gas stations may be required to put up EV charging points this year
THE Department of Energy (DoE) is looking to start requiring gas stations to have electric vehicle (EV) charging points this year, as part of efforts to boost EV adoption in the country.
Rafizi: Carbon capture, utilisation, and storage regulatory framework bill to be tabled in early March
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 5): The Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Progressive Regulatory Framework Bill is set to be tabled in Parliament in early March, according to Economy Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Rafizi Ramli.
Vietnam cuts gas, offshore wind targets in new power plan, draft document shows
HANOI, Feb 5 (Reuters) – Vietnam has lowered its power-production targets for gas and offshore wind this decade, with coal and other renewables expected to fill the gap until nuclear reactors are included to the energy mix by 2035, a draft industry ministry document showed.
Indonesia to Implement B50 Palm Oil Biodiesel Mandate Next Year
Jakarta. Indonesia is sticking to the plan of distributing biodiesel with higher palm oil content starting in 2026.
Thailand considers cutting free public lighting to lower power bills
Currently, local administrative bodies and departments responsible for highways and rural roads are exempt from paying for public lighting, a cost shouldered by the government amounting to several billion baht annually. This expenditure has become a significant financial burden.
