Meralco raises power rates by P0.15/kwh for September
MANILA (UPDATE) — Meralco power rates are climbing by P0.15 per kilowatt-hour in September. This means the overall rate for a typical household will now be P11.7882/kWh, from last month’s P11.6339/kWh.
Indonesia sets $235 billion investment for 100 GW of renewable power
Baku, Azerbaijan (ANTARA) – The Indonesian government is promoting a new program for developing 100 gigawatts of renewable energy at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29).
Pathway to Singapore’s solar development
Singapore could import large quantities of low-cost solar power from neighbouring countries using undersea cables, with the indicative cost being competitive with gas generation. Unlimited world-class pumped hydro energy storage is available in neighbouring countries in the range 50-5000 GWh to support very large scale transmission.
Vietnam’s new rooftop solar decree sparks investor concerns over implementation
The Vietnamese government’s new decree, announced at the end of October, encourages the development of self-consumption rooftop solar power systems. However, many investors feel that the regulatory details are unclear, making the application process much more difficult.
Norway and Singapore sign agreements on green maritime technology
Norwegian companies Evoy and Pascal Technologies have signed a letter of intent (LoI) with Singapore’s Lita Ocean and SeaTech Solutions International to develop a fully electric high-speed harbour craft specifically designed for Singapore’s maritime landscape.
Philippines, Saudi Arabia to release energy roadmap in 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Saudi Arabia are set to develop a roadmap implementing their recently signed energy cooperation agreement that is expected to be finalized early next year.
Malaysia’s Journey to Net-Zero Emissions: TNB Leads the Charge
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s ambitious goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 reflects a commitment not only to global climate targets but also to sustainable development and economic resilience.
Solar energy boosts commitment to sustainability
Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam’s (BIBD) new 60kWh photovoltaic (PV) system, inaugurated yesterday, marks a significant stride in the bank’s journey towards sustainability and environmental stewardship. As the first financial institution in Bandar Seri Begawan to install rooftop solar panels, BIBD demonstrates its commitment to a greener and more resilient future for Brunei.
