APAC

Solar corporate funding down 10% in H1 2024: Mercom Capital

This was despite a 9% increase in the number of deals.

Kyrgyzstan secures $13.6m boost for Kambarata-1 Hydropower Plant

The project is seen to generate almost half of the country’s current output.

Countries at risk of missing 2030 renewable energy target: IRENA

A minimum 16.4% growth rate is needed to triple total capacity.

Some power technologies lag in reaching 2030 net-zero emissions: Mckinsey

To solve this, the report recommends aggressive cost reduction.

Permit processes need streamlining to drive APAC’s wind energy growth

A ‘route-to-market’ approach will help emerging markets boost their offshore wind capacity, says expert.

World Bank unveils 10-year initiative to boost energy efficiency in Central Asia

The programme, which also covers Europe, will have a funding of over $3b.

Asian markets’ expanding wind sector attracts investors: report

The region’s wind power sector saw 82.9 GW of new capacity in 2023.

How is APAC faring in managing solar PV waste?

Recycling solar panels remains expensive compared to bringing the waste to landfills.

APAC accounts for nearly 80% of global coal output in 2023

Production was led by Australia, China, India, and Indonesia.

APAC consumes almost 80% of global energy in 2023: report

It also accounted for nearly half of the world’s demand. 

GSPC and Doosan partner to enhance power plant efficiency

They will study the adoption of ammonia co-firing and CCUS technology.