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Sri Lanka plans battery storage, solar projects to strengthen power security
Sri Lanka is stepping up efforts to strengthen electricity supply as dry weather conditions raise concerns over potential pressure on the country’s power system.
Suzlon secures 250-MW wind order from Torrent Green Energy in India
Suzlon Energy (NSE: SUZLON) has secured a 250-MW wind power order from Torrent Green Energy, taking its cumulative partnership with the Torrent Group to more than 1.3 GW.
Mongolian coal output slips 4.6% m/m but soars 49% y/y
Mongolia's production of coal slipped 4.6% to 11.17mn tonnes in July from June's 11.71mn tonnes, but was up by a chunky 49% y/y, according to the country’s National Statistical Office (NSO).
China electric vehicle charging points surge 41.9%
China added millions of electric vehicle power points to its national grid in the first seven months of the year, bringing the total count to 23.68mn by the end of July.
Philippines seeks $100mn ADB loan for solar irrigation
The Philippines is seeking a $100mn loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to build solar-powered irrigation systems across the country, according to bank documents.
Papua LNG on track for FID by end of year
Papua New Guinea’s Papua LNG project is on schedule for a final investment decision to be taken before the end of 2026.
South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace expands US LNG operations
South Korean defence group Hanwha Aerospace Co. (012450.KS) will establish a US subsidiary to manage its liquefied natural gas (LNG) operations as it builds out its global energy supply chain, the company announced on August 25.
Gladstone LNG partners acquire Australia’s Meridian Coal Seam Gas project
Gladstone LNG joint venture partners have agreed to acquire the Greater Meridian Coal Seam Gas project from from Westside Corporation and Mitsui E&P Australia.
China’s clean-energy boom runs into the limits of its power grid
China rejected an estimated 360 terawatt-hours of clean power in the six months through June, enough to supply Mexico for a year.
Talabira II & III coal mine strengthens India’s energy security with record production
India’s efforts to strengthen domestic coal production and energy security are being reinforced through coal mines allocated and auctioned under the Nominated Authority framework, the government said.
Laos pushes new electricity law for energy transition
Laos is preparing to overhaul its electricity law as it seeks a cleaner, more modern and diversified energy system.
Thailand’s GULF secures $262mn financing for wind farms
GULF has secured more than $262mn in long-term financing to develop three wind farms in Thailand, strengthening its renewable energy portfolio.
Myanmar’s Sittway deploys diesel generators for power
Diesel generators are being deployed in Sittway to help restore electricity to urban neighbourhoods as quickly as possible.
Chinese-backed 200-MW solar plant to power Cambodia
A Chinese-backed 200-MW solar project in Stung Treng is expected to start supplying Cambodia’s national grid in 2027.
China’s Inner Mongolia signs $27bn green computing deals
China’s northern Inner Mongolia region signed 12 commercial deals worth CNY186.46bn ($27.7bn) to build out its green computing sector and expand artificial intelligence exports, local officials announced on August 22.
NuEnergy Gas secures Indonesian CBM exploration extensions to advance South Sumatra gas hub
A 70%-owned subsidiary of Bursa Malaysia-listed Globaltec Formation Berhad (KL:GLOTEC), has secured critical regulatory extensions for its coalbed methane (CBM) portfolio.
Singaporean DBS Bank, Energy Market Authority call for bankable multilateral frameworks to accelerate power grid
Southeast Asian financial leaders and energy developers are pushing to transition the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) from pilot initiatives into commercial-scale infrastructure
Thailand’s PTT boosts investment despite global energy risks
Thailand’s state-controlled energy giant PTT has unveiled a THB1.01 trillion ($30.9bn) capital spending programme, almost doubling its previous investment budget despite uncertainty in global energy markets.
Tata Power floats 50-MW/100-MWh BESS tender
Tata Power (NSE: TATAPOWER) has invited bids for the procurement of power from a 50-MW/100-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) for a period of 15 years under tariff-based competitive bidding.
India could add 45-50 GW of renewable capacity annually over next two years
India could add around 45-50 GW of renewable energy capacity annually over the next two years, supported by a substantial pipeline of projects awaiting power purchase agreements (PPAs), according to Nuvama Research.
Bangladesh’s gas shortage falls with increased LNG supply to grid
Bangladesh’s gas shortage has eased following supply of LNG from two floating LNG terminals in Cox’s Bazar in the southwest of the country.
Philippines cuts red tape for rooftop solar setup
The Philippines simplified installation rules for self-use rooftop solar systems to boost clean energy adoption, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced on August.
Doosan Enerbility wins Chinese nuclear component order
South Korea’s Doosan Enerbility (034020.KS) signed a contract to supply heavy forged steam generator components for units 5 and 6 of China’s Laiyang nuclear power plant in Shandong Province.
Meralco targets Philippines rural co-ops to lower tariffs
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is pushing for capital partnerships to help cash-strapped electric cooperatives (ECs) convert into stock corporations, the power giant said on August 20.
Vietnam approves 220 kV transmission line
Vietnam Electricity National Power Transmission Corporation, a subsidiary of Vietnam Electricity Group, has been approved as the investor for a new 220 kV transmission line in Hung Yen province.
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