Regulation

Missionary electrification subsidies in the Philippines

The electrification subsidy in missionary areas started on May 1, 1988 with the proclamation by the President of the Philippines that electricity...

Korea reveals policy directions for its New Energy Industry

Eight major projects open up new opportunities.

In search of better power regulation for Hong Kong

Potential improvements to Hong Kong's present electricity regulation scheme can be made, but they may result in unintended outcomes.

What you need to know about the announced capped revenue experiment in Shenzhen

In November 2014, China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced via a Notice for Transmission and Distribution Rate Reform...

Continued boom or bust for Japanese renewables?

When Japan instituted the Renewable Energy Act (REA) in 2012, the stated policy was to encourage the development of renewable energy but to avoid the...

Handcuffs or handrails?: Philippine limits on FiTs

With a growing population projected to reach 100 million and a sustained economic boom, the need for new power generation in the Philippines is as...

The future of Singapore's renewable energy

Around the world, governments are stepping up efforts to grow their renewable energy capabilities in order to address climate change and reduce...

Can China reduce its addiction to coal power?

In early March 2014, at China’s National People’s Congress, Premier Li Keqiang declared war on pollution, as the issues of smog, hazardous air...

Does shale gas have a future in China? - Part 2

In March 2012, the NDRC, Ministry of Finance, MLR and NEA jointly issued a development plan designated for China's shale gas development. The Plan...

Does shale gas have a future in China? - Part 1

According to the US Energy Information Agency, China has the largest known shale gas reserves in the world. China's Ministry of Land and Resources...

'Stable' outlook predicted for Asia's power sector

Thanks to supportive regulatory policies.

Japan approves first power industry reforms

Reforms will weaken monopolies of regional power utilities.