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Philippines to fast-track 1,471 MW of new renewable power by April 2026
Philippines to fast-track 1,471 MW of new renewable power by April 2026
Twelve solar projects will provide 1,284 MW.
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Carbon tax, green imports raise cost, compliance risks
Narrowly focusing on the tax overlooks the full economic picture.
Energy shocks loom as Asia rely on ME route for majority of fuel imports
Japan imports over 90% of its crude oil from the Middle East, whilst South Korea imports roughly 70%.
Asia faces widening energy shock as supply strains ripple across industries
Oil and fuel prices are rising sharply.
Iran tensions expose Asia’s fossil fuel dependence as LNG prices jump 77%
IEEFA says renewables offer a lasting hedge.
Transmission system operators under pressure as renewable energy expands
Balancing supply and demand is harder with offshore wind and distributed solar.
South Asia’s $107b LNG buildout at risk from Middle East tensions
Renewables are overtaking gas in the region.
Global wind power hits record 169GW as China leads growth
India becomes second-largest wind market outside China.
Policy inconsistencies threaten momentum in APAC’s energy shift
Progress continues to vary significantly amongst countries.
China to continue building coal plants until 2030 as renewable expansion accelerates
Rising electricity and CHP heating demand drives ongoing coal construction.
Japan’s LNG resales surge as domestic demand falls
Domestic LNG use rose slightly but is still about 20% below FY2018 levels.
AI integration could save ASEAN power sector $67b by 2035: report
It can also reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 386 million tonnes.
Thailand halts 4GW of gas-fired power amidst oversupply, climate push
Updated NDC commits Thailand to 47% emissions cuts by 2035
Fossil fuels to supply up to 55% of energy by 2050
This will be driven by energy needs in transport, heavy industry, data centres and buildings.
Emerging economies drive global wind and solar growth
G7 nations hold just 11% of global prospective capacity.
Grid-forming inverters seize control to stabilise Asia’s power
Electricity demand is rising faster than the physical networks that deliver it.
Asia fusion market enters decisive phase with $5b China lead
The China Fusion Energy Corporation serves as a $2.1b national hub for artificial sun projects.
Commentary
Supply chain efficiency, skilled manpower are key for India’s renewable energy
Entering the age of electricity in Asia