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Leader Energy gains ground in Cambodia with new transmission line project

This Malaysia-based firm aims to accelerate Cambodia’s transition to cleaner energy sources.

Leader Energy gains ground in Cambodia with new transmission line project

This Malaysia-based firm aims to accelerate Cambodia’s transition to cleaner energy sources.

KS Orka’s gradual development model increases geothermal projects success

By implementing this strategy, the company can mitigate the risk of incurring a $5m loss from drilling a single well.

Southeast Asia's nuclear ambitions dashed by public opinion

As of 2023, there are 422 operable nuclear power reactors in the world, but none from SEA.

Philippines considers nuclear as a solution to potential baseload power crisis

But amendments to energy laws are needed, DOST-PNRI Director Carlo Arcilla said.

ACEN's successful ETM deal marks a new era for coal divestment

The ETM transaction will enable the early retirement of the South Luzon Thermal Energy Corp. Power Plant. 

Why India is a key investment destination for renewables 

Key policies open the market for global and domestic investors. 

Could current and planned renewables capacity offset coal

Over 3,200GW wind and solar are projected to be installed by 2030.

Reducing green hydrogen production costs hangs on gov’t support

Hydrogen can reduce 10% of the total emissions to meet the global net-zero target, IRENA said.

High capital cost for renewables to persist in 2023: report

But its impact on prices and technology will vary amongst developers.

Governments clean energy spending reaches $1.2t: IEA

The investments were fuelled by energy security concerns.

Australia’s non-hydropower generation to grow to 97.6TWh in 2031

Non-hydropower generation is expected to make up 34% of the country’s energy mix.

Low-carbon hydrogen to reach ‘formative year’ in MENA region

Markets in the GCC region are expected to leverage their expertise to produce blue hydrogen.

Which ASEAN countries are the most energy-intensive

Their energy intensity is higher than the world average, according to IEA.

Strong growth in natural gas generation seen in Asia

This will mostly be driven by Southeast Asian markets. 

Reaching climate targets relies on swift reduction of global coal emissions: IEA

There are around 9,000 coal-fired power plants globally with a total capacity of 2,185MW.

Asia’s pumped hydropower capacity to overtake NAWE in 2023

Developments will mostly be located in Mainland China.

Renewables are now more cost-effective for Indonesians: report

Energy cost-saving is estimated to be worth US$400b-600b to 2050.