Regulation
PH regulator OKs Greenenergy’s $8b investment in RE unit
PH regulator OKs Greenenergy’s $8b investment in RE unit
The certificate of approval was issued on 24 June.
India OKs $1.63m new transmission schemes
These will be implemented through competitive bidding.
IEEFA finds issues in seven proposed nuclear plants in Australia
Cost, timing, and compatibility were amongst those pointed out.
PH issues fresh guidelines to boost renewable energy development
Feasibility activities may be conducted prior to the commencement of the 25-year contract.
Expansion of Indonesia’s coal plants delay 2030 decarbonisation target: IEEFA
Two big-time plants could add 53 mt of carbon emissions if they increase capacity.
China to achieve solar and wind energy goal ahead of 2030 target
Solar and wind energy capacity is seen to exceed the 1,200 GW target next year.
Queensland to invest $26b in renewable energy over the next four years
Around $8.69b (A$13b) will be delivered in 2024-2025.
IEEFA calls for stricter regulations as $1.8b supernormal profits burden consumers
This was driven by under-forecasting which was left unchecked for years.
Australian government allocates $9.2b to boost renewable energy sector
The amount forms part of the $15.1b Future Made in Australia package.
Six key actions to expedite offshore wind deployment
Collaboration of industry leaders and policymakers is vital to meet the ambitious targets.
Will the government pay for coal power exit in Vietnam?
The country’s coal power phase-out strategy sees renewables accounting for 67.7%–71.5% of the energy mix by 2050.
China's carbon market tightening to boost RE demand
Press reports suggest that China is looking into reducing the free emission allowance.
South Korea launches joint strategy to enhance overseas resource development
The strategy encourages cooperation with international partners to boost the supply chain.
India's hybrid approach spurs surge in fossil fuel subsidies: report
Subsidies for clean energy resources only accounted for less than 10% of the total energy subsidies.
Japan, UK strengthen cooperation for nuclear supply chain
The UK-Japan Supply Chain Partnership Project will allow future alliances involving nuclear energy
CEC urges Australian gov't to push for more renewables in federal budget
Recommendations include a cost-of-living package, support for RE projects and offshore wind.
Korea's MOTIE advances regulatory innovation for hydrogen push
The measures will allow Korean companies to invest in electrolysis and liquid hydrogen.
Commentary
India’s energy crossroads: Why the power sector must focus on infrastructure modernisation and system resilience
Exploring clean, renewable energy sources to meet Southeast Asia’s energy demands