Building the largest floating solar power plant in Sumatra
Padang, W Sumatra (ANTARA) – After previously building the 192 megawatt peak (MWp) Floating Solar Power Plant (PLTS) in the Cirata Reservoir, West Java, the government is currently seeking to construct another floating PLTS in Lake Singkarak, West Sumatra.
Singapore’s offshore wind sector to create 1000 jobs by 2030
Singapore’s offshore wind expansion will create 1,000 jobs by 2030, boosting demand for engineers, especially in floater design. Floating wind capacity is expected to rise to 15%, driving roles in turbine installation, cable-laying, and sustainability.
Berde Renewables, PSS to deploy hundreds of megawatts of Solar power in Thailand
Philippines-based renewable energy (RE) firm Berde Renewables Inc. is set to help accelerate green energy developments in Thailand. In a statement, Berde Renewables and Thailand’s Power Systems and Solutions Co. Ltd. (PSS) announced a joint venture to develop and deploy solar photovoltaic, battery storage, and hybrid energy solutions in Thailand.
Vietnam targets 6,000 MW offshore wind power in 2030-2035
Vietnam targets to add 6,000 MW of offshore wind power to its masterplan by 2030 and put the related projects into operation in 2030-2035, said Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long.
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.
Singapore Reached 2025 Solar Target Beforehand And Secures New Carbon Trading Deal
Singapore reached the 2025 Solar Target beforehand by deploying 1.5 gigawatt-peak (GWp) of solar power by the end of 2024, as announced by Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean in the earlier parliament session on February 28, 2025. This is triple the capacity from 2020, showcasing rapid progress.
SPNEC secures PHP 150 B loan to expand solar and battery energy storage
SP New Energy Corporation (SPNEC) has secured a Php 150 billion, 15-year Omnibus Loan and Security Agreement (OLSA) through its subsidiary, Terra Solar Philippines Inc. (MTerra Solar), marking a major financial milestone for the company’s renewable energy initiatives.
Over half of Singaporean businesses plan solar investments by 2030
This is partly driven by the need to reduce electricity-related emissions. Businesses in Singapore are looking into investing in solar power to increase their sources of clean energy, according to a study by Schneider Electric.
