Japan exorcises the ghosts of Fukushima to embrace nuclear power again
Experts lament the continued presence of fossil fuels in the country’s targeted 2040 energy mix.
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Myanmar energy investments exceed $26.5 billion by November 2024
Myanmar’s energy sector had attracted more than US$26.5 billion in foreign investment as of the end of November 2024, accounting for 28.43 % of the total foreign investment,…
New energy plan reflects Japan’s fear of reduced competitiveness
Given that there are limits to how far the use of renewable energy sources can be increased, decarbonized or low-carbon power sources – including nuclear power – will be…
Indonesia to build oil storage facility near Singapore
The energy minister says the government is looking at building an oil storage facility on an island near Singapore, from which the country imports 60 percent of its fuel, to shore…
Electric or LPG stoves: Why is Nepal desperate to build a gas pipeline?
Last week, Nepal’s industry minister visited Delhi to discuss a cross-border LPG pipeline.
Japan identifies manufacturing, renewable energy sectors for business ties with Rajasthan
Japan saw manufacturing and renewable energy sectors with a special focus on Rajasthan’s vast solar energy potential as probable area for the Japan-India and Japan-Rajasthan…
UN climate summit: What does the ‘Finance COP’ mean for Southeast Asia?
As most countries in the region are still developing and have relatively weak economic foundations, climate finance is necessary to take climate action, with money particularly…
From recycled batteries to lettuce: Singapore firms with green thumbs take a slice of American pie
The intensely competitive US market can seem hard to break into, but opportunities are not lacking for Singapore companies that recognise the draws of America’s massive market,…
Indonesia, UAE ink MoUs on energy, minerals cooperation
Prabowo went on to say that his administration would prioritize ensuring food and energy security as well as focusing on the downstream industry, an area on which he is confident…
Why South Korean refiners are reluctant to import US oil despite Trump’s energy push
Industry watchers here say Trump’s new energy policy is expected to result in a decline in international oil prices and stabilize long-term demand.