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Would Pakistan’s long-term power purchase agreements become roadblocks to its solar energy revolution?

A recent public hearing held by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on a proposed 600 MW solar power plant in Muzaffargarh has...

Would Pakistan’s long-term power purchase agreements become roadblocks to its solar energy revolution?

A recent public hearing held by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on a proposed 600 MW solar power plant in Muzaffargarh has...

China’s grid capex to recover in 2023

This is due to the rise of renewables capacity.

China’s power consumption up 3.6% YoY in 2022

The growth is slowed that the 10.3% recorded in 2021

Pakistan will continue gas reliance in next decade

Gas-fired power will contribute an average of 31% to its power mix, Fitch Solutions projected. 

Solar power to boost China’s generation capacity growth in 2023

It accounted for about half of the new capacity in 2022.

Pakistan blackouts highlight ‘urgency’ of hydropower projects

Renewables expansion in the market is still unable to replace thermal power. 

Pakistan’s ageing grid network may be behind major blackouts

Fitch has observed frequent blackouts in the past six months.

‘High’ green hydrogen production, consumption potential seen in Asia

The pipeline of green hydrogen projects in the region is around 65.6 GW.

Australia, Netherlands ink deal for renewable hydrogen supply chain development

The MOU also include hydrogen trade policy, standards and certification schemes.

India allocates $4.3b for energy transition

The country aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2070.

Newcastle thermal coal price to average US$280 per tonne in 2023: report

This is lower than the average US$358 per tonne in 2022.

Australia, Mainland China top Green Hydrogen Suitability Index in Asia

China is expected to exceed Australia in the medium to long term.

Vietnam’s energy transition faces hurdles due to gas-fired power growth

Whilst coal’s expansion was limited, natural gas production will be bullish.

Citicore Energy REIT gets greenlight to sell ASEAN Green Bond

The proceeds will fund rooftop solar development. 

Around 7 in 10 consumers want to reduce energy costs, consumption

The majority of Southeast Asians follow suit, especially those working from home.