Central Vietnam province aims to add 2,300 MW of wind power to development plan
Vietnam’s central province of Quang Tri plans to add 1,800 MW of 43 land-based wind power projects and 500 MW of offshore wind power to the draft implementation scheme of the national power development plan VIII (PDP VIII).
Indonesia publishes new guidelines for PPAs from power plants using renewable energy
The Government of Indonesia through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has ratified the Ministerial Regulation (Permen) ESDM Number 5 of 2025 concerning Guidelines for Power Purchase Agreements (Perjanjian Jual Beli Tenaga / PJBL) from Power Plants that utilize Renewable Energy Sources. The new guidelines will apply to geothermal power plants, as well as hydroelectric, […]
Thaksin backs solar power to cut energy costs for Thailand’s data centers
To attract investment from high-tech industries such as data centers, the de facto leader of Thailand’s ruling Pheu Thai Party and former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra announced that the government will increase the use of renewable energy sources like solar power.
Meralco sees higher power sales this year
MANILA, Philippines — Power giant Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) still expects modest growth in energy sales this year despite the absence of the El Niño phenomenon that fueled consumer demand in 2024.
Pulau Indah Power Plant To Boost Malaysia’s Energy Supply
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) — GE Vernova Inc announced that the Pulau Indah power plant, developed by Selangor state-linked company, Worldwide Holdings Bhd (WHB) has commenced operations.
Brunei must improve power efficiency and curb high consumption: PMO
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei is working to boost its power generation efficiency from the current rate of 28% to 50% by 2035, the Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office told the Legislative Council on Tuesday.
RI accelerates renewable energy development with new electricity sales rule
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has issued Ministerial Regulation (Permen) No. 5/2025, which provides guidelines on Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) for electricity generated from renewable energy sources aimed at enhancing national clean energy goals more effectively and sustainably.
Thailand’s ERC Proposes 0.17 Baht/kWh Tariff Cut Amid Renewable Energy Policy Review
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) of Thailand is set to implement a 0.17 baht per kilowatt-hour (kWh) reduction in the national power tariff, a move aimed at lowering electricity costs for households and businesses.
