Environment

Japan overhauls nuclear safety guidelines

It’s the first overhaul since the Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011.

Itochu consortium, Gazprom to build LNG plant

Plant will help sate Japan's growing energy needs.

China and Russia sign US$270 billion energy deal

Pact will deepen their existing energy industry cooperation.

Monju Nuclear Power Plant “unsafer” than thought

Lack of safety checks more serious than first admitted.

Denmark increasing Indonesian RE investments

Danish companies to develop renewable energy and waste conversion projects.

Indonesia pledges US$320 million for geothermal exploration

Fund to be used by local governments for exploration.

ADB to launch Asia solar energy fund

Commits US$2.25 billion to generate 2,500 MW.

Large wave power project to begin in Australia

Project will generate renewable energy from ocean waves.

Malaysia seriously considering nuclear energy

But is also developing green technology and seeking new natural sources.

Malaysian bank offers loans for home solar panels

Alliance Bank Berhad becomes the first to offer this loan.

China to use renewable energy for heating

Will do so before the end of the year.

Indonesia’s geothermal potential remains untapped

Can produce 29 gigawatts from geothermal sources.

China supporting RE projects worldwide

Has invested US$40 billion over the past 10 years.

India inaugurates solar farm in Rajasthan

Facility can generate 5.6 MW of clean, solar energy.