South Korea pursues ‘fire-free’ batteries amid EV fears
Samsung SDI eyes first-mover advantage, but a hefty price tag remains key hurdle.
Energy
Tripartite agreement on Nepal’s electricity export to Bangladesh to be signed on Oct 3
The NEA plans to sell electricity to Bangladesh annually during the rainy season, from June 15 to November 15. The expected export is 144,000 megawatt-hours, and the NEA estimates…
Bhutan’s domestic electricity consumption to outstrip production by 2026
Bhutan plans to diversify its energy portfolio by developing alternative renewable sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass.
ADB invests USD 30 million in Bhutan’s solar energy vision
This initiative aims to install solar panels on the rooftops of public buildings, including government offices, hospitals, schools, markets, and parking structures, generating up…
Prime Minister Oli holds talks with Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus in New York
Addressing the meeting, the PM Oli called for adoption of an integrated approach, a ‘mountain to sea’ initiative in our climate actions, recognising the inherent connections…
Energy security, transition take centre stage at ASEAN Energy Forum
The conference also includes discussions on the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) Phase II: 2021-2025, the regional blueprint that serves as a guide for…
Can smart chargers ease tensions over EV fires?
With neighbour disputes escalating in South Korea's fire-wary apartments, smart EV chargers are a proposed fix, but compatibility issues remain a challenge.
President Yoon’s Prague visit sets stage for US$18b nuclear power plant deal
The two countries also agreed on a joint effort to train nuclear power technicians and share information and technology related to nuclear energy.
Nuclear comeback: The Korea Herald
The Nuclear Safety and Security Commission permits building of new reactors, but South Korea must improve its electricity grid.
President Yoon to visit Prague next week to forge ‘nuclear energy alliance’
President Yoon will "convey the strong willingness of 'Team Korea' to cooperate with the Czech Republic and lay out 'salesman-like diplomacy' to ensure the nuclear power deal…