Regulation

Why Japan wants LNG exporters to produce more despite weak domestic demand

One reason is that Japan is re-selling the fuel at a markup.

India, US explore collaboration in grid modernisation

They also discussed possible financial support for system upgrade.

Pakistan's solar growth requires policy fine-tuning: IEEFA

Debates over existing policies are ongoing amidst the rise in rooftop solarisation.

India amends guidelines for cross-border electricity trade

Now, electricity export will only be permitted if it was generated using imported coal.

South Korea unveils offshore wind bidding roadmap

Around 7-8 GW worth of tenders will be launched.

Is India deploying enough RE to meet its 2031-2032 power demand?

The country needs at least 35GW to reach its 500-GW target in six years.

PH to rollout energy scorecard for climate resilience

The final scorecard for electric cooperatives will be out in September.

ASEAN can better utilise RE through third-party-access principle

Vietnam recently allowed large consumers to directly procure from clean energy producers. 

Vietnam’s direct power purchase agreement decree could catalyze a new era for renewable energy

On 3 July 2024, the Government of Vietnam issued its long-awaited decree permitting direct power purchase agreements (DPPAs) for renewable energy...

India extends coal mines’ star rating submissions deadline to 31 July 

The extension aims to increase participation by allowing more mines to register and complete self-evaluations.

Potential barriers to tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030

Lawmakers play a crucial role in achieving this goal.

IEEFA urges policy reforms to attract more RE investments in Indonesia

Planning, procurement, and investment processes should be reevaluated.

No total ban on coal power plants in PH, gov’t clarifies

Authorities clarify the coverage of a 2020 moratorium.

PH-US civil nuclear agreement takes effect

This will facilitate transfer of knowledge and equipment for nuclear energy development.