Philippines launches tender for 2GW of renewables
The energy department of the Philippines’ government has begun an auction to award two gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity via its green energy auction programme.
Germany assesses potential of hydrogen as PH energy source
The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) said it is exploring the potential of the Philippine market for green hydrogen as a future source of energy.
Manila Electric eyes wind, solar, nuclear to boost coal-free push
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the Philippines’ largest power retailer, plans to tap nuclear, solar and wind energy sources to accelerate its push to stop using coal by 2050. The company that distributes electricity in Metro Manila and nearby provinces is building solar farms that can generate 188 megawatts, in line with its target to have […]
Energy Commission CEO: NEM recruitment rate encouraging, more quotas available for customers
The introduction of the Net Energy Metering (NEM) scheme which is now entering its sixth year has succeeded in encouraging the use of renewable energy in all premises — residential, commercial and industrial.
Vietnam continues to cut down on solar power: Deputy PM
The solar power capacity planned by Vietnam for 2031-2045 is “too high” should be reduced to give space for wind power, the government says
Renewable Energy: the Challenges of Biomass Development in Indonesia
Considering Indonesia is committed to the development of renewable energy in a bid to cut the country’s greenhouse gas emissions, while at the same time reducing its traditional dependence on fossil fuels such as coal and (mainly imported) diesel in terms of the energy supply, biomass is one of the options that can offer a […]
Goodfuels opens Singapore hub to meet growing biofuel demand
GoodFuels is expanding its activities into the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of a first office in Singapore. This new permanent presence in the region will enable GoodFuels to respond to fast-growing global demand for its advanced sustainable biofuels, which reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping by up to 90%.
Local plantation and palm oil indices rise as tight supply boosts stocks
The Bursa Malaysia Plantation Index and the FBM Palm Oil Plantation-NC Index have emerged among the local bourse’s top performing indices in the morning session as selected index heavyweight stocks gained on rising crude palm oil (CPO) price.
