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Petrovietnam sets out to divest non-core assets

25 October 2025

Vietnam’s state-owned oil and gas giant PetroVietnam has launched a formal plan to divest its capital contributions in two non-core subsidiaries

China-linked battery firm abandons $2.4bn Michigan project

24 October 2025

A subsidiary of China-based battery manufacturer Gotion High‑Tech has scrapped plans to build a $2.4bn electric vehicle battery-materials plant in Michigan.

China eyes carbon credit investment in Indonesia’s palm oil sector

24 October 2025

China has expressed interest in purchasing carbon credits from Indonesia, a move that could channel fresh funding into the nation’s palm oil cooperatives and processing industries, according to the Indonesian Palm Oil Council (DMSI)

China eyes carbon credit investment in Indonesia’s palm oil sector

24 October 2025

China has expressed interest in purchasing carbon credits from Indonesia, a move that could channel fresh funding into the nation’s palm oil cooperatives and processing industries, according to the Indonesian Palm Oil Council (DMSI)

India’s non-fossil fuel power capacity to reach 300 GW soon

24 October 2025

India’s non-fossil fuel-based power generation capacity is expected to reach nearly 300 GW in the coming months, driven by over 40 GW of renewable energy projects that are in advanced stages of finalising power purchase agreements

Bangladesh issues tenders for 72.5-MW rooftop solar installations

24 October 2025

The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) has floated tenders for installing 17 rooftop solar systems with a combined capacity of 72.5 MW under a third-party opex model

Malaysia accelerates energy transition, targets 70% renewable capacity by 2050

24 October 2025

Malaysia is advancing rapidly towards its clean energy ambitions, with renewable energy (RE) capacity expected to reach 40% by 2035 and 70% by 2050, as outlined in the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR)

US firm joins Meralco to advance Philippines’ energy network

24 October 2025

Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the Philippines’ largest electricity distributor led by businessman Manuel V. Pangilinan, has partnered with US-based company Itron, Inc. to advance its smart grid modernisation programme.

South Korea delays restart of Kori Unit 2 nuclear reactor

24 October 2025

The Nuclear Safety and Security Commission (NSSC) has postponed its decision on restarting Kori Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2, located in Gijang-gun, Busan.

Chinese firm completes solar water pump project in Riyadh

23 October 2025

Chinese firm NUUKO POWER completed 4.58MW solar water pump project in Riyadh providing irrigation for 2,560 acres of farmland and expected to save SAR1.76mn annually whilst reducing carbon emissions by thousands of tonnes.

91 MWp solar deal boosts Levanta in Thailand

23 October 2025

Levanta Renewables, a portfolio company of UK-based investment firm Actis, has purchased a fully operational ground-mounted solar portfolio in Thailand, with a combined capacity of 91 MWp.

Legal delays hamper Vietnam energy transition

23 October 2025

Vietnam’s renewable energy drive is accelerating as part of its strategy for sustainable growth, energy security, and its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050

Malaysia plans 2,000MW offshore wind power imports from Vietnam by 2034

23 October 2025

Malaysia is set to enhance its renewable energy capacity through an ambitious offshore wind project linking Vietnam to Peninsular Malaysia, expected to deliver up to 2,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity by 2034

JERA to purchase US shale-gas assets for $1.5bn

23 October 2025

Under the agreement, JERA will acquire 100% of the interests held by Williams Companies and GEP Haynesville II in the South Mansfield gas field, located in Louisiana’s Haynesville Shale basin.

Indonesia, Saudi Arabia to deepen cooperation on green energy and infrastructure

23 October 2025

A Saudi Arabian delegation is expected to arrive in Jakarta on October 23, for high-level talks with the Indonesian government to expand cooperation across infrastructure, water management, and clean energy

Singapore grants conditional approval for 1GW hydropower import from Malaysia’s Sarawak

23 October 2025

Singapore’s Energy Market Authority (EMA) has conditionally approved an application by Sembcorp Utilities Pte. Ltd. to import 1 gigawatt (GW) of low-carbon electricity, marking another major step in the city-state’s regional clean energy strategy

Malaysia–Vietnam offshore wind project to deliver 2,000 MW by 2034, strengthening regional green energy links

23 October 2025

Malaysia’s upcoming offshore wind project connecting Vietnam to Peninsular Malaysia is expected to generate up to 2,000 megawatts (MW) of clean energy by 2034, marking a major step in the nation’s renewable energy expansion

Coal India and IIT Madras join hands to establish Centre for Sustainable Energy

23 October 2025

State-owned Coal India Limited (CIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) to establish a Centre for Sustainable Energy at the institute

PowerChina completes Colombian solar installation six days ahead of target

23 October 2025

Power Construction Corporation of China completed the full grid connection of Enel Colombia's Guayepo III solar facility six days ahead of schedule.

Powerchina connects 200MW Colombia's Guayepo III solar facility six days early

23 October 2025

Chinese engineering group Power Construction Corporation of China achieved full grid connection of Enel Colombia's 200 MW Guayepo III solar facility on October 7, six days ahead of schedule despite adverse weather conditions.

Japanese giant acquires 49% of Da Nang hydropower project

22 October 2025

Sumitomo Corporation has acquired a 49% share in Mekong Electric Power Engineering and Development Joint Stock Company (JSC), the owner of the Dak Di 1.2 run-of-river hydropower project in Da Nang, Vietnam.

Wind and hydropower boost BCPG earnings in Laos

22 October 2025

Thai renewable energy firm BCPG Public Company Limited is expected to report strong profit growth in the third quarter of 2025, driven by increased electricity output from its wind and hydropower projects.

SE Asian offshore wind project targets 2034 completion for first phase

22 October 2025

The ambitious 2,000-MW offshore wind power project connecting Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore is expected to complete its first phase by 2034, Malaysia’s Energy Minister Fadillah Yusof told parliament on October 22.

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