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UAE looks to add pumped hydro to power mix: report

This is in pursuit of its 30% clean energy target by 2030. 

Global hydrogen trade needed to achieve climate goal: IRENA

Around 25% of global hydrogen is set for trading by 2050.

Five Asian countries amongst top 10 solar-powered economies

China topped the list with 307GW of solar capacity.

Asia Pacific, Middle East to dominate global gas demand growth

The two regions will account for the 80% consumption increase.

IEA revises down global gas consumption forecast

Consumption is set to rise by 140bcm between 2022 and 2025.

SK D&D, Siemens Gamesa close deal for 75MW wind farm project

This is the third largest wind farm project in South Korea.

Nuclear restart calls rise in Japan amidst surge in oil, gas prices

LNG on-arrival prices rose 62% YoY in January, according to Fitch.

Philippines’ energy dep’t generates 1,966.93MW RE in auction

The first auction round posted a 98.3% success rate.

What Uzbekistan needs to succeed in the energy transition 

The IEA identified three key areas: market reforms, higher efficiency, and electricity security.

China, Russia drive nuclear investment: IEA

A total of 27 of the 31 reactors constructed since 2017 were Russian or Chinese design. 

South Korea, Poland cooperate in nuclear power, defense 

Discussions also covered development of hydrogen, battery and CCUS. 

Malaysia’s TNB power station in Kenyir resumes operation

It temporarily shut down in end-February due to a landslide caused by heavy rain.

Nickel Asia unit, Shell partner to develop RE in the Philippines

The joint venture plans to add 1GW capacity by 2028.

Global energy security at risk as recoverable oil drops

Global recoverable oil is estimated at 1.57 trillion barrels, 9% down from last year.