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RE-related jobs almost doubled in the last 10 years

Jobs in the renewable energy sector reached 13.7 million in 2022.

RE-related jobs almost doubled in the last 10 years

Jobs in the renewable energy sector reached 13.7 million in 2022.

Vena Energy bags $550m credit facility green letter

The facility will be used for projects that will address its environmental objectives.

The Lantau Group's Mike Thomas advises energy stakeholders: Find an analytical partner, not one with (just) a (simple) answer

As different stakeholders collaborate to achieve sustainable energy goals, the challenges are becoming more complex; there is a growing role for robust analysis and clear frameworks to guide decisions for investors, regulators, and policy-makers. 

Global wind power installed capacity to reach 2.38 TW in 2032

China will have the largest wind power capacity by 2032 at 1,080 GW.

Asia turns to biomass co-firing in coal plants for energy security, transition

However, experts cautioned this means that the operations of coal-fired power plants would be extended. 

Why blue hydrogen is not the solution to reducing emissions

IEFFA said investment should be focused more on other technologies such as solar and wind.

EY’s Gregory Poussardin: Value, balance and focus must be at the core of the energy transition

Gregory identified region-specific opportunities to enhance water management and sustainability practices, as he advocates for the adoption of intelligent water capabilities integrated with customer-centricity practices. 

Asia leads growth in oil, gas capacity globally

The region holds 75% of the capacity that started construction last year.

Asia needs natural gas to balance ‘energy trilemma’

Natural gas is cleaner than coal and would support the intermittency of renewables, ANGEA said.

ADB green lights $50.5m support to Maldives’ RE growth

The project includes energy storage and distribution upgrades.

VOX POP: How AI adoption transforms power plant operations

Whilst AI is still nascent, its integration in the power sector has significantly improved power plant operations.

EBRD provides $39m loan to develop 100 MW wind projects in Kazakhstan

This will help Kazakhstan towards its carbon neutrality goal by 2060.

Pinsent Masons’ John Yeap: Government commitment, regulatory certainty pivotal steps in encouraging industry engagement

Robust and well-defined regulatory frameworks create an environment of transparency and predictability, allowing industry players to make long-term investments and innovations.

New offshore wind capacity to reach 380 GW by 2032

Asia Pacific will account for nearly half of the installations.

Energy Strat Asia's Tim Rockell stresses significance of unifying energy policy frameworks for Asian power markets

Rockell’s observations shed light on emerging technologies like hydrogen, biofuels, and nuclear energy, as well as policy initiatives driving electric vehicle adoption and innovations in hard-to-decarbonise sectors.

Engaging stakeholders and cultivating ESG culture empower change in oil and gas industry – EY Asia-Pacific Oil & Gas Leader, Sanjeev Gupta

For energy transition to be successful in Asia, the oil and gas sector must manage the growing energy demand, secure investments for renewables and integrate intermittent energy sources into existing grids, whilst leveraging opportunities to diversify the energy mix and improve resilience.