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Bangladesh's thermal additions tipped to worsen overcapacity
Its existing power plants only have 43% capacity utilisation in FY 2018-19.
Two-thirds of Asian firms feel government pressure to go green
A third are looking to invest in offshore wind.
China to remain global leader in smart grid technology
The country’s dedication to 5G will boost the power sector’s growth.
South Korea unveils 14-year plan to shift from thermal to renewables
It envisions the closure of nuclear power units from 26 to 17.
Laos to seek consultation for 684MW Sanakham hydro project
Construction is expected to finish by 2028.
South Korea urged to double renewables target
The government currently aims to raise the share of renewables to 20%.
Coal power tipped to decline in APAC in 2020
Low electricity demand hit coal-fired generation in India and Southeast Asia.
Philippine central bank rolls out framework for renewables transition
Banks are expected to provide transition plans in the next six months.
Lockdown heightens risks for India's coal power sector
New thermal power delivered less than half of renewables in new capacity additions.
Tohoku Electric defers safety upgrades to 796MW Onagawa-2 reactor
It is now expected to be completed by March 2023.
Western Australian authorities endorse 15GW renewables project
The proposed Asian Renewable Energy hub comprised wind turbines and solar panels.
Total applies for electricity retailer license in Australia
It is currently building a 256MW solar project in the country.
Grid congestion drags renewable investments in eastern Australia
New investments in Australia plummeted to $2.9b in 2019.
TGP co-develops 600MW offshore wind farm in Taiwan
It has received environmental impact assessment approval.
UN chief lauds South Korea's coal phaseout plans
Other countries were urged to follow its example.
Coal exit plans on the rise in Asia
Lenders could follow after Mizuho’s move to shun financing of coal-fired power.
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