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Israel to launch carbon tax in 2023

Gradual carbon tax increment will be imposed until 2028.

Israel to launch carbon tax in 2023

Gradual carbon tax increment will be imposed until 2028.

SEA vigorously navigates energy transition, hurdling odds

The rapid decline in renewables cost provides opportunities for clean energy transition. 

Philippines’ renewable energy for takeoff as coal faces termination

Almost 1,500 MW of wind and solar are now in operation, along with 655 MW of solar that secured financing.

China isolatedly supports 56% of coal power development overseas

China looked increasingly isolated as other nations and financial institutions continue to withdraw from coal. 

Malaysia determined to reduce carbon intensity at 45% by 2030

The country sets an increase of 10% reduction of economy-wide carbon intensity.

MHI finalises takeover of Mitsubishi Power operations

The business and employees will integrate into MHI effective 1 October.

Taipower applies to decommission Maanshan nuclear plant

The plant’s 40-year license expires in 2025.

China’s Sinopec to boost natural gas output by 60%

The company plans to go carbon neutral by 2050.

Japan’s largest wind powered green hydrogen plant powers opens in 2024

The plant will produce around 550 tons of hydrogen a year.

Australia’s no. 2 pension fund to abandon thermal coal financing

It plans to invest A$1b in renewables and low carbon energy.

Asian Oil and Gas Awards opens doors for nomination

Deadline for entries to the inaugural awards programme is on 24 September.

India to exceed 33% carbon reduction goal by 2030: Singh

The power minister said energy transition is taking place at a rapid pace.

New AEMO head sets ambitious goal of 100% renewable for Australian grid

Newly appointed Daniel Westerman wants the grid to handle 100% renewable energy by 2025.

BlackRock Real Assets acquires offshore wind developer in Korea

This is the company’s first venture into Korea's offshore wind market.