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KUCHING (Feb 25): Public transportation in Kuching will be fully powered by hydrogen through the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) initiative by next year, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has unveiled a comprehensive 2025 roadmap aimed at accelerating the country’s shift toward clean electricity while ensuring that electricity bills remain unaffected for the general public.
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Northern Solar Holdings Bhd is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on Malaysia’s surging renewable energy market, fueled by large-scale solar (LSS) projects, national grid modernization efforts, and rising corporate demand for clean energy solutions.
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MANILA, Philippines — Sales of electrified vehicles (EVs) in the country are expected to track industry growth at seven percent this year, supported by the zero import tariffs on such vehicles and the rollout of new models, according to the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI).
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VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): Lao Brewery Company (LBC) is advancing its sustainability efforts with new green energy initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to the environment.
As part of Carlsberg Group’s “Together Towards ZERO and Beyond” program, LBC is stepping up efforts to cut its carbon footprint and support Laos’ sustainability goals.
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Petrovietnam and its technical arm PTSC aim to build and install various key facilities of the mega Block B gas project by end-2025, the state-owned energy giant said last week.
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MANILA, Philippines — Motorists should brace for a fuel price hike for the second consecutive week, starting Tuesday, February 25.
Oil firms will increase gasoline prices by P0.70 per liter, diesel by P0.40 per liter and kerosene by P0.20 per liter.
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HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has proposed a significant increase in electricity imports from China and Laos, expanding them up to five times compared with the current power development plan.
According to the latest adjustments to Power Development Plan VIII, Việt Nam aims to import 3,700 MW from China by 2030, an increase of 3,000 MW over the previous plan. The Southeast Asian country has also been negotiating with China’s power suppliers to increase annual electricity purchases to 19 billion kWh from 2027-2028 via a 500 kV transmission line.
ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) is an intergovernmental organisation within ASEAN structure that represents the 10 ASEAN Member States’ (AMS) interests in the energy sector.
