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.
EV tax changes to be presented to cabinet
The Finance Ministry looks set to submit support measures for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) to the cabinet by April. According to Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul, these support measures will take effect from Jan 1, 2026.
Big-time price rollback for gasoline, kerosene on March 11
MANILA – For two consecutive weeks, oil firms will slash pump prices effective March 11, with biggest cuts on gasoline and kerosene prices. In separate advisories, Cleanfuel, Jetti, Petro Gazz, PTT, Seaoil, and Shell said they will reduce gasoline prices by PHP1.70 per liter and 90 centavos per liter for diesel.
Vietnam Implements New Electricity Licensing Regulations
The government introduces measures to bolster sustainable energy and improve retail electricity operations. On March 4, 2025, the Vietnamese government issued Decree No. 61/2025/NĐ-CP, establishing new conditions for organizations seeking licenses to operate within the electricity sector, particularly focusing on the retail and wholesale aspects of electricity. These regulations mark significant shifts aimed at improving […]
Laos moves to develop carbon markets in energy sector
The Department of Energy Efficiency and Promotion is leading efforts to establish policies and frameworks that will allow the energy sector to benefit from carbon trading. This includes developing regulations, strategies, and a pipeline of projects that meet Laos’ climate targets.
Vietnam Introduces New Incentives to Boost Wind and Solar Energy Development, Prioritizing Grid-Connected Renewable Projects
The Vietnamese government has issued a new decree aimed at accelerating research and development in the country’s wind and solar energy sectors. Effective from March 3, the decree outlines provisions under the Electricity Law to enhance the growth of renewable and new energy sources.
PH Updates Nuclear Emergency Response Plan as Part of Energy Roadmap
The Philippines has strengthened its nuclear emergency preparedness with the enhancement of the National Nuclear and Radiological Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (RADPLAN). The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI) led a writeshop with 23 member agencies of the Nuclear Energy Program Inter-Agency Committee […]
