Environment
India is 8th in renewable energy index
The country only placed fourth in 2011.
Asia bucks declining trend in global clean energy investments big time
It cannot afford to be complacent however, warns ADB.
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.
Kyocera will provide solar energy to Japan’s farmers
Project will cost Kyocera US$89 million.
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.