Price reforms necessary for free electricity transition: TDRI
The Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) has called for a comprehensive overhaul of the country’s electricity pricing structure with an eventual transition towards a free electricity market.
Sarawak to increase electricity exports to Sabah, Brunei by leveraging on CCGT facilities in Miri, Bintulu
KUCHING, Jan 13: Sarawak plans to increase electricity exports to Sabah and Brunei by leveraging its Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) facilities in Miri and Bintulu.
Meralco slashes electricity rate for January bill
MANILA – The Manila Electric Company announced lower power rate in its franchise areas for the first month of 2025. Meralco said electricity rate in January is reduced by PHP0.2189 per kilowatt hour (kWh) to PHP11.7428 kWh from PHP11.9617 kWh in December 2024.
Malaysia leads Asean transition towards low-carbon energy grid
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is taking the lead in Asean’s ambitious transition towards a low-carbon, interconnected energy grid powered primarily by renewable energy sources.
Vietnam proposes new electricity pricing for EV charging stations
The rapid growth of electric vehicles (EVs) in Vietnam is driving a surge in electricity demand for charging stations, with rates for these facilities expected to be set between industrial and commercial electricity pricing. The highest proposed rate could reach 4,937 VND/kWh ($0.20).
Doosan Škoda Power completes 74MW cogeneration plant in Thailand
Doosan Škoda Power has completed a new combined cycle power plant in Rayong Province, Thailand, delivering its first steam turbine to the Thai market.
PM wants Vietnam’s first LNG power plants online by June as delays loom
Following delays related to the startup of Vietnam’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects under development announced at a recently held industry event, the country’s Prime Minister has called for stepping up the ante on starting their commercial operation.
PH coal consumption rises amid surging power demand
The Philippines’ coal consumption continues to rise, driven by growing power demand despite the government’s push for renewable energy. In a report by the Philippine Star, the International Energy Agency (IEA) stated that coal use in the Philippines likely increased by 5% in 2024 to 42 million tons, up from 40 million tons in 2023.
