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How J-Power utilises digital technologies to enhance hydropower operations
One of the technologies includes the deployment of robots for inspection.
Asia's demand for US LNG remains strong in May
This is driven by imports in Japan, India, and South Korea.
CIP completes 600 MW Changfang-Xidao Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan
The project can provide power to around 650,000 households annually.
Ausgrid deploys 3rd community battery in New South Wales
The 535 kWh project is located in North Epping.
Saudi inks 2 PPAs for 1,100 MW wind projects
The agreements mark the lowest cost of wind power production in the world.
EDB to boost financing for 300 MW Kyrgyz solar project
It will arrange long-term financing of $210m.
Masdar and Indonesia forge partnerships to expand RE projects
It entered agreements with Pertamina Power Indonesia and PLN Nusantara Power.
Asahi Kasei opens 3.2 MW pilot hydrogen power plant
The company targets a 100 MW green hydrogen production plant.
Global gas-fired power generation rises slightly by 0.8% in 2023
The US largely drove the gas generation, followed by China and Iran.
Coal power remains dominant, comprising 35% of global electricity generation
China and India are the top producers of electricity using coal
Tokyo Gas to acquire 20% stake in First Gen LNG
They are developing the Interim Offshore Terminal Project in the Philippines.
Philippines DOE and US partner to enhance energy workforce and promote renewables
The US will support the implementation of the Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement.
ADB and Masdar ink $46.5m loan for Uzbek solar and BESS facility
This is the first renewable facility with a utility-scale battery in Central Asia.
PAG achieves $550m commitment for APAC renewable energy fund
It will initially focus on Japan’s solar power.
Countrywide Hydrogen bags $5.3m government package for flagship project
It is expected to start production in early 2026.
Sinopec and TotalEnergies sign strategic cooperation
They will work on areas including oil and gas, and new energy.
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