Environment

India says it needs nuclear power to survive

India’s current installed capacity is 2.11 GW.

India says it needs nuclear power to survive

India’s current installed capacity is 2.11 GW.

India is 8th in renewable energy index

The country only placed fourth in 2011.

Philippines could re-start idle nuclear plant

Rehabilitating the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant will cost US$1billion.

Philippines increasing renewable energy projects

Three million households lack access to electricity.

Solar power market surges in Japan

Domestic shipments of solar cells and modules highest in the last 30 years.

India prepares perks for wind power developers

Could revive tax breaks and hike subsidies.

Japan overhauls nuclear safety guidelines

It’s the first overhaul since the Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011.

Itochu consortium, Gazprom to build LNG plant

Plant will help sate Japan's growing energy needs.

China and Russia sign US$270 billion energy deal

Pact will deepen their existing energy industry cooperation.

Monju Nuclear Power Plant “unsafer” than thought

Lack of safety checks more serious than first admitted.

Denmark increasing Indonesian RE investments

Danish companies to develop renewable energy and waste conversion projects.

Indonesia pledges US$320 million for geothermal exploration

Fund to be used by local governments for exploration.

ADB to launch Asia solar energy fund

Commits US$2.25 billion to generate 2,500 MW.

Large wave power project to begin in Australia

Project will generate renewable energy from ocean waves.

Malaysia seriously considering nuclear energy

But is also developing green technology and seeking new natural sources.