PLN And USAID Renew Commitment To Accelerate Renewable Energy Development In Indonesia
PT PLN (Persero) has reinforced its collaboration with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to expedite Indonesia’s energy transition through various renewable energy and electricity modernization initiatives. This renewed commitment was formalized with the signing of the continuation of the Terms of Reference (TOR) at the PLN Head Office in Jakarta.
Enhancing the nation”s oil security
Thailand should develop a strategic petroleum reserve (SPR) to enhance oil security amidst global supply disruptions.
Ministry pushes for direct power purchase agreements across Vietnam
Effective from July 3, 2024, Decree 80 outlines the framework for direct power purchase agreements, aiming to enhance the collaboration between renewable energy supplier and major electricity users.
Prospect of pricier power bills alarms Federation of Thai Industries
The state plan to increase the cost of electricity later this year may affect foreign direct investment in Thailand, which is now grappling with a sluggish economy, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Singapore needs SEA neighbours to power renewable energy transition
Experts favour Malaysia and Indonesia as renewable energy import sources.
Indonesia needs more micro hydro power plants for energy transition
Deputy Minister for Environment and Forestry Alue Dohong has urged the public to help the government script the transition to new and renewable energy by installing more micro hydro power plants (PLTMHs).
Energy transition pushed as PH dependency on coal deemed high
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Thursday renewed his call for an energy transition as the country’s dependency on coal-fired power has surpassed that of Indonesia and China.
Govt Expands Hydroelectric Power Initiatives To Boost Renewable Energy Use
As of December 2023, hydroelectricity accounts for 15 percent of the total energy mix in Malaysia.