Power Utility

Japan reduces fossil fuel generation by 8% in 2023

Japan reduces fossil fuel generation by 8% in 2023

This is driven by the increasing renewables capacity and declining power demand.

BESS gains edge with declining costs

It costs less compared to pumped-hydro storage and Compressed Air Energy Storage.

Global bioenergy electricity production rises 3.1% to record 697 TWh

China, Brazil, and Japan are the top bioenergy producers.

AboitizPower finalises 15.6% stake acquisition in STEAG State Power

This brings the company’s total equity interest to 85%.

South Korea needs faster offshore wind permitting, says GWEC

It usually takes a decade to complete the permitting processes.

China Huaneng's new energy capacity surpasses 180 million kW

The share of low-carbon and clean energy installed capacity reaches 48.47%.

China leans heavily on fossil fuels for 65% of electricity in 2023

Despite this, the country also led in solar and wind energy generation.

Global nuclear generation up 1.8% in 2023, led by US and China

Japan saw the fastest growth in nuclear share as it resumed operations of reactors.

Bangladesh's energy efficiency boost may save $460M in LNG costs

Gas-fired power plants with low efficiency use more gas annually.

CLP Power's Q1 electricity sales rise 3.7% YoY

The commercial segment held a 40% share in the 7,279 GWh total sales.

Tata Power achieves record profit of $512.5m in FY2024

Thanks to the strong performance of its core businesses.

AboitizPower’s net income rises 4% YoY in Q1

The company increased its capital expenditure this year by over two-fold.

Australia launches 1.7 GW RE tender in Victoria and Tasmania

This is the country’s largest tender for the month of May.

Hydropower output drops to 5-year low globally

The gap left by hydropower was met by fossil generation.

Renewable energy share in world’s electricity mix surpasses 30%

China is the main contributor as it comprises over half of the wind and solar installations.

ACEN’s net income surges 34% YoY in Q1

The company has reached its 2025 5 GW renewables capacity target during the period.

Pressures mount for less desirable energy insurance placements in the region

Industry experts eye offshore investments as most attractive, yet more expensive.