Renewable energy surge: Southeast Asia’s wind, solar power grow by 20% in a year
Operating solar and wind capacity in Southeast Asia grew in 2023 by a fifth, reaching over 28 gigawatts (GW), accounting for 9% of the total electricity generation capacity, a new report by Global Energy Monitor said.
Indonesia to abandon 23% renewable energy target by 2025
Indonesia is planning to slash the targeted share of renewables in the national energy mix, a move seen by experts as a step back in the country’s ambition toward clean energy, while signaling its light-hearted attempt to part ways with fossil fuels.
Resilience-building, rehabilitation key to longevity of 40-year-old Tongonan geothermal plant
In the 10 years since Typhoon Haiyan barrelled through Leyte in the Philippines, Energy Development Corp, which runs a geothermal facility in the province, has invested in post-disaster rebuilding work with support from its long-time staff.
Thailand recalibrates incentives to boost renewable energy initiative
The Industry Ministry is set to recalibrate incentive packages for organisations as part of the RE100 global renewable energy initiative. This move is intended to allure more investors and facilitate new investment within the nation.
Indonesia to Operate 10-MWp Solar Power Plant in IKN Starting February
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Arifin Tasrif said that the government’s project of a 10-megawatt peak (MWp) solar power plant is ready to operate in the Nusantara capital city or IKN in East Kalimantan next month.
Assemblyman suggests renewable energy for Sabah to cope with electricity disruption
Renewable energy such as solar power is the way to go for Sabah in view of the constant electricity disruption in the state, says Datuk Frankie Poon. The Tanjong Papat assemblyman said in the peninsular and Labuan, the Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) had assisted its customers in installing solar panels on an instalment basis.
Sunview Group Berhad Expands Renewable Energy Reach With Strategic Alliance In Cambodia
Sunview Group Berhad, a leading player in the renewable energy sector, has taken a significant step towards global expansion by entering into a Strategic Business Alliance Agreement with a Cambodian partner.
Singapore more than halfway to its 2030 solar power deployment target: Grace Fu
Singapore is more than halfway to its solar power deployment target of at least 2,000 megawatt-peak by 2030, said Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu on Wednesday (Jan 10).
