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Japan prepares for reform of troubled power industry

Reform to focus on breaking-up regional utilities.

Japanese PV module shipments jump 304%

Total PV sales by Japanese companies also rise.

China to install over 10 GW in new solar capacity this year

Will make China the world’s largest solar energy producer.

Toshiba expanding electrical power business in India

Acquires a majority stake in Vijai Electricals.

Lucrative power business sees entry of 100 new Japanese firms

Deregulation boosting number of electricity providers.

Wind power “best solution for Japan”

Hopes high for world’s first offshore wind farm.

Philippine government approves US$127 million transmission projects

Will improve reliability of the national power grid.

IAEA probe team to investigate radioactive water leak at Fukushima

Massive buildup of radioactive water a dangerous problem.

Oil India diversifies into renewable energy

Second largest oil company looks at wind and solar energy.

Fuel cells taking-off in Japan

Popular because they can withstand disasters.

India approves establishment of National Institute for Solar Energy

Will be center for solar energy research and development.