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APAC markets adjust energy transition plans

APAC markets adjust energy transition plans

Countries may miss 2030 energy targets due to higher demand, slow renewable growth, and renewable power intermittency, a credit analyst warns.

First Gen continues development of 1.2 GW natural gas project

It aims to reach 13 GW of total capacity in the next six years.

Global coal power plant capacity sees highest net growth since 2016

China accounted for two-thirds of the 69.5 GW of new coal plants.

China to lead CCUS investments by 2050

China, North America, ASEAN and India account for 70% of the investments.

ENR private equity deals in APAC grow amidst energy transition focus

This is despite the overall private equity decline in the region.

Majority of energy companies to invest in employee capabilities

Talents should also be prioritised amidst technology investments.

Gentrack gains ground on SAP and other legacy solutions

High demand for Gentrack: Utility-specific software is leading the digital revolution towards Net Zero.

Offshore wind capacity in South Korea and Japan to surpass onshore installations

However, their offshore capacity is expected to only exceed 200 MW in 2025.

Disproportionate investments in energy transition favour developed countries

The 120 developing nations only secured 15% of the total investments in renewables.

Global energy transition still off track as renewable investment lags

The world needs to install 1,100 GW of renewables yearly by 2030.

Nearly 7 in 10 ENR executives believe AI will transform their operations by 2030

They see it beneficial in improving maintenance and production, amongst others.

ENR executives concerned about energy transition projects’ economic viability

The majority of APAC executives, however, are optimistic about the projects’ contribution.

China leads global wind turbine orders to a record high in 2023

Global wind turbine orders rose by 16 GW year-on-year to reach 155 GW.