Solar could meet 43% of Singapore’s power demand during mid-day by 2050: study
Although Singapore has plenty of solar potential, many believe the tiny island-nation is too space-scarce to soak up much of the sun’s energy. But if the city-state accelerates the adoption of photovoltaic modules in creative ways using all surfaces available, solar energy generated at home could meet a staggering 43 per cent of the nation’s electric […]
A 25-year power purchase agreement for 60 MW of floating solar in Singapore
The Sembcorp Floating Solar Singapore unit of utilities and marine group Sembcorp Industries has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) for a 60 MW floating solar plant it is planning at Singapore’s Tengeh Reservoir. The deal was signed with national water agency the Public Utilities Board (Pub), which selected Singapore company Sembcorp for the project in late February. […]
Energy conservation and cost-cutting measures
As the majority of the population opts to stay home during the pandemic, the domestic demand for energy has been running high. Data from the Mines and Energy Ministry stated as of last year, around 2.68 million households, or approximately 75 percent of the country’s households, are receiving electricity – all of which are expected […]
Siemens Gamesa to supply innovative hybrid wind energy plant in the Philippines
Commercial hybrid project manages an existing 16MW wind power facility with battery storage integrated through Siemens Gamesa’s Hybrid Plant Controller (HPC). Siemens Gamesa is fast advancing on an innovative hybrid energy project in Puerto Galera on the island of Mindoro in the Philippines that will provide a stable electricity supply in a location with a weak […]
New power plant in Thaketa to go live after test runs
One of Myanmar’s five emergency power plants started its trial operation this month, the Ministry of Electricity and Energy said, more than a month after the deadline set out by the government’s tender document. The 400 megawatt power plant in Thaketa township had a test run on May 10, according to the ministry.
Philippines Central Bank Offers Support for Energy Transition and Renewables: IEEFA
The Philippines’ Central Bank (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) has approved a Sustainable Finance Framework to safeguard the financial system from the evolving material hazards from climate change and energy transition risk including stranded assets, the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) reports in a new briefing note.
Japan’s Renova takes part in 144 MW wind portfolio in Vietnam
May 11 (Renewables Now) – Japanese renewable power producer Renova Inc (TYO:9519) announced on Friday it is taking part in the construction of 144 MW of onshore wind parks in Vietnam. The Tokyo-based company has entered into a 40/60 partnership with local power producer Power Construction Joint Stock Company No. 1, also know as PCC1, to implement […]
Vestas signs two Vietnam wind deals
Vestas Wind Systems A.S. has secured a new order for two wind projects totaling 64 megawatts in Vietnam, Kallanish Energy reports. Both projects are located in mountainous terrain in Quang Tri province, the Denmark-based company said. The wind projects are owned by local companies: Huong Tan Wind Poser Joint Stock Co. and Tan Linh Wind Power Joint Stock Co.
