Japan accelerates clean energy cooperation with ASEAN countries
In recent weeks, Japan has stepped up its clean energy collaboration with ASEAN nations, highlighted by former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visits to Indonesia and Malaysia on behalf of the Asia Zero Emissions Community (AZEC).
Malaysia and Japan plan new centre to support ASEAN clean energy goals
Malaysia and Japan have put forward a proposal to create a new collaboration hub in Malaysia that would focus on technology, sustainability, and energy integration in ASEAN [the Association of Southeast Asian Nations], according to The Malaysian Reserve.
Why experts believe U.S. tariffs could accelerate ASEAN’s energy transition
China’s solar industry, facing a saturated domestic market and U.S. trade restrictions, is increasingly looking to Southeast Asia as a destination for its surplus capacity. This dynamic could make clean energy technologies more affordable for ASEAN countries, potentially speeding up their energy transition. However, avoiding over-reliance on Chinese products remains a key challenge for the […]
Vietnam Cuts LNG Import Tariff to 2% in Bid to Accelerate Energy Transition
In a strategic move to promote cleaner energy and attract investment, the Vietnamese Government has reduced the preferential import tariff on liquefied natural gas (LNG) from 5% to 2%.
Japan Launches Initiative to Support Thailand’s Carbon Neutrality Goals
Japan has unveiled a new collaborative framework to assist Thailand in achieving its ambitious climate targets, bringing together multiple Japanese agencies to provide expertise and financial support for energy efficiency measures. The Japan-led AZEC-SAVE (Asia Zero Emission Community – Smart and Advanced Value-chain for Environment) initiative aims to accelerate Thailand’s transition towards carbon neutrality by 2050 and net zero […]
Philippines Urged to End Fossil Fuel Dependence Amid Climate Crisis, Advocates Push for Nuclear Power
The Philippines is facing a critical moment in its energy transition. With fossil fuels still supplying 78% of the country’s electricity, climate advocates and policymakers are calling for an urgent shift toward cleaner alternatives like nuclear power.
TNB doubles investment to $9.8 billion to push Malaysia’s energy transition
Malaysia’s national energy company, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), is significantly expanding its renewable energy investments, raising its capital expenditure (capex) to RM42.9 billion (about USD 9.8 billion)—double its previous plan.
Malaysia’s Health Ministry Pilots Renewable Energy Projects to Advance Sustainable Healthcare
The Ministry of Health (MOH) is stepping up its commitment to sustainability by piloting renewable energy initiatives through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) at selected healthcare facilities within the Klang Valley. The ministry is also establishing the Centre for Healthcare Engineering Brilliance, Research and Innovation (BRAIN) and promoting the use of biodegradable alternatives to support the […]
