Thailand Takes First Step Toward Nuclear Power Plant Study
BANGKOK — Thailand’s nuclear power plant project is about to make its debut as the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) plans to sign a MoU with the Office of Atoms for Peace on November 15. This agreement aims to establish a study committee to outline the operational framework, conduct public hearings and promote clean, low-cost energy.
Malaysia eyes nuclear power as part of energy transition strategy
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is considering nuclear energy as a primary energy source to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025, in line with the National Energy Transition Roadmap and the National Energy Policy.
Vietnam’s PM urges reactivation of nuclear power project to secure sustainable energy
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized reactivating nuclear power, accelerating public investment, and advancing high-quality human resources as crucial strategies to sustain Vietnam’s socioeconomic growth and meet rising energy demands.
Trinasolar, Citicore in 2GW Philippines TOPCon module supply deal
Chinese solar manufacturing giant Trinasolar has signed a 2GW module supply deal with Philippines renewable energy developer Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation (CREC).
SMRT Trains advances energy efficiency in Singapore’s rail network
SMRT Trains has introduced Green CBTC Next Gen technology, achieving an 8% energy savings in train operations as part of its plan to reach net zero emissions by 2050.
PE2: USD 892B needed to achieve Energy Efficiency goals in Southeast Asia
The Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2) says that to achieve the energy efficiency goals in Southeast Asia, around USD 892 billion in investments will be needed by 2040.
Govt Involvement in IoT Spurs National Energy Industry’s Efficiency
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) – Government initiatives that support the use of Internet of Things (IoT) in the energy industry is a strategic move to boost efficiency and drive sustainable growth, Association of Internet-of-Things Malaysia treasurer Pathmanathn Muniandy said.
Thailand to add 3 more large-scale pumped storage hydropower plants
To mitigate the impact of intermittent wind and solar power generation, the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) plans to invest 90 billion Thai baht (approximately 2.6 billion USD) in expanding pumped-storage hydropower plants at three dams.
