Senators: MIC-SGP deal boosts gov’t role in energy sector
MANILA – The partnership between the Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC) and Synergy Grid and Development Philippines Inc. (SGP) to acquire a 20 percent stake in the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is a significant move toward strengthening government involvement in critical infrastructure, senators said on Tuesday.
ERC Gathers Stakeholder Insights to Enhance Net-Metering Rules and Accelerate Renewable Energy Transition in the Philippines
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) recently sought stakeholder feedback on proposed amendments to ERC Resolution No. 6, Series of 2019, which governs the rules enabling the Net-Metering Program for Renewable Energy.
EVM, Solarvest and PECC2 forge strategic partnership to accelerate renewable energy adoption in Vietnam
Vietnam-based Saigon Jim Brother’s Corporation (EVM), Solarvest (Vietnam) Company Limited and Power Engineering Consulting Joint Stock Company 2 (PECC2) have forged strategic partnership to accelerate renewable energy adoption in Vietnam through the new direct power purchase agreement mechanism (DPPA) via national grid.
Sabah urged to tap waste-to-energy potential
DEPUTY Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has called on Sabah to explore waste-to-energy solutions, adding it to the state’s untapped renewable energy potential.
Green jet fuel production starts in Thailand
PTT Global Chemical says it has started producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Thailand for the first time, with planned annual output of 6 million litres for the first phase.
Singapore, Malaysia deepen cooperation on carbon credits, renewables
On Jan. 7, Singapore and Malaysia held a leaders’ summit, where they officially announced the establishment of the Johor-Singapore Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) at the border of the two countries. This initiative aims to attract more investments and create more job opportunities. Additionally, it will strengthen cooperation in areas such as electricity trading, carbon credits, and carbon […]
Philippine SEC rolls out green equity guidelines to boost sustainable investments
According to ESG News, the draft memorandum circular, known as the Green Equity Guidelines, outlines measures to encourage the issuance of green equity, aligning with global sustainability commitments like the Paris Agreement and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Cambodia submits initial Biennial Transparency Report to UNFCCC
Cambodia has officially submitted its Initial Biennial Transparency Report (BTR1) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Secretariat.
