Coronavirus delays 135MW solar duo by Philippines utility
As global efforts to contain the coronavirus step up, the disease continues to affect the solar industry, with a subsidiary of major Filipino utility Meralco announcing that the commissioning of 135MW of solar projects has been delayed due to the virus outbreak. Meralco PowerGen Corp’s (MGen) two PV projects in the Luzon provinces of Tarlac […]
Next-generation coalition invites government and business leaders to champion energy transition
A next-generation coalition of youth, local governments, business start-ups, and healthcare professionals laid out today their principles and demands for a responsive and inclusive energy transition in the Philippines. The OurEnergy 2030 coalition (www.ourenergy2030.org) is calling on government and business leaders to drive forward the Philippines’ bold path towards justly and effectively transitioning our energy […]
Jadestone Energy moves closer to Vietnam offshore project approval
Jadestone Energy has announced that the field development plan (FDP) for the Nam Du and U Minh gas fields, offshore southwest Vietnam, is in the final stages of the formal Vietnamese Government approval process. Jadestone continues to anticipate final approval of the FDP, which includes approval of the gas price, shortly. FDP approval constitutes official […]
Vietnam sets long-term renewable goals as solar auctions beckon
Nearly a third of Vietnam’s primary energy supply could be covered by green energy by 2045, according to government proposals emerging as the country prepares to hold PV auctions. The 97-million-inhabitant state and current solar hotspot in Asia will work to ensure renewable energy accounts for a 15-20% share by 2030 and grows to 25-30% […]
LONGi Solar strikes deal to buy Vietnam-based OEM Vina Solar
‘Solar Module Super League’ (SMSL) member, LONGi Solar has signed a framework agreement to buy Vietnam-based solar cell and module OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Vina Solar for RMB 1.78 billion (US$253 million). Vina Solar is a subsidiary of Chinese industrial company East Group. The deal to purchase Vina Solar comes straight after China-based PV manufacturer, […]
Programme helps promote solar power use in Vietnam
Hanoi (VNA) – An online seminar on promoting cooperation in the “Million Green Homes” programme in Vietnam was jointly held by the Green Innovation and Development Centre (GreenID) and the Vietnam Coalition for Climate Action (VCCA) in Hanoi on February 24. According to Director of GreenID Nguy Thi Khanh, the programme was initiated in 2019, aiming to developing one […]
Malaysia lays out plans for next state-level smart city project
As highly-integrated urban spaces, smart cities will be key to supporting tomorrow’s businesses, as digital becomes less an initiative, and more part of their DNA. Underpinning these urban landscapes will be the core concepts of sustainability and efficiency. Data collected through sensors will feedback information enabling analytics programs to optimize transport and energy systems. While […]
Cost of air pollution in Malaysia may exceed RM28 billion, say experts
PETALING JAYA: Environmental experts agree that the annual cost of air pollution in Malaysia may be even higher than the “scary” RM28 billion estimated in a Greenpeace study. A serious public health threat, air pollution is a leading cause of asthma, stroke, lung cancer and premature death. That impact on health also generate other economic […]
