Environment
China gets “tough” on air pollution anew
Issues most comprehensive plan to control air pollution.
Solar energy can meet New Delhi's power needs
Can provide up to 16% of the capital’s energy.
South Korea reports lower energy imports in Q2
Despite lower commodity prices.
Fukushima nuclear plant emitting radioactive water into Pacific Ocean
TEPCO finally admits danger.
Taiwan's Interior Minister visiting Japan for nuclear energy talks
Meeting with officials from Japanese regulatory agencies.
China becomes first country to reach 3 GW solar energy record
Milestone represents a major achievement for China.
China pledges US$6 billion for Pakistan’s renewable energy sector
Will help Pakistan deal with a stubborn energy crisis.
India warns wind farms against wrong power forecasts
Government will fine erring producers.
Japan boosting investments in Indonesia’s energy sector
Geothermal energy will receive special attention.
China, US expand EcoPartnership agreements
Improves energy efficiency and promotes smart electricity grids.
Yingli Green Energy receives expanded JET certification
All conventional Yingli PV modules now have JET certification.
Fujitsu begins work on home energy management system
Pilot project aims to improve household energy efficiency.
Chinese and US agency tie-up for energy efficiency program
Wants to slash China’s power demand by 800 MW in 2015.
World clean energy investments rise 22% in Q2
Higher spending in China and the US counteracts slump.
Injunction stalls India’s first auction of wind farm licenses
Opponents claim auction will accelerate plunge in turbine installations.
NTPC building third solar power plant
Lessens risk of fuel shortages at its coal-fired plants.
Commentary
India’s energy crossroads: Why the power sector must focus on infrastructure modernisation and system resilience
Exploring clean, renewable energy sources to meet Southeast Asia’s energy demands