indonesia needs 25 billion usd to build renewable energy grid

Indonesia needs 25 billion USD to build renewable energy grid

Indonesia's state-owned electricity company (PLN) said that it needs 25 billion USD to build a transmission grid connecting renewable energy sources across the country, also known as a green super grid. The project will create a 50,000 km transmission network connecting many areas across the country.
first movers to capture biofuel returns

First-movers to capture biofuel returns

First-movers to capture outsize returns in Southeast Asia’s biofuels market to get on track with climate goals, the transport industry needs a dramatically new energy mix. Partner Thomas Luedi (in Bangkok), partner Tanguy Morin (Singapore), and associate partner Emily Wu (Jakarta) of Bain & Company explain that speed is of the essence in achieving decarbonisation targets.
demand escalating for solar power purchasing

Demand escalating for solar power purchasing

Manufacturers are clamouring for the introduction of a new purchasing mechanism for solar power as soon as possible, so that they can either use solar installations or assist other groups in doing so.
bcg energy teams up with south koreas sk ecoplant and slc for waste to energy projects

BCG Energy teams up with South Korea's SK Ecoplant and SLC for waste-to-energy projects

BCG Energy has signed an agreement with South Korea's SK Ecoplant and Sudokwon Landfill Site Management Corp. (SLC) to develop waste-to-energy projects and waste treatment solutions in Long An and Kien Giang provinces.
assurances made from eu to support vietnams renewables

Assurances made from EU to support Vietnam’s renewables

The European Union has pledged to continue providing more support for Vietnam in developing renewable energy and achieving its net-zero emissions as internationally committed.
malaysia eyes developing ecosystem based on hydrogen energy by 2030

Malaysia eyes developing ecosystem based on hydrogen energy by 2030

The implementation of Malaysia’s Hydrogen Economy and Technology Roadmap (HETR) is expected to generate income of up to 12.1 billion MYR (2.5 billion USD), with an estimated contribution of between 49-61 billion MYR to the country’s Gross Domestic Product by 2030, according to Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Chang Lih Kang.
thailand looks to diversify energy sources

Thailand looks to diversify energy sources

Thailand is exploring small modular nuclear reactor technology, as the Southeast Asian country looks to diversify its energy mix amidst dwindling reserves of natural gas that produces much of its power.
an effective transition towards becoming net zero powerhouse

An effective transition towards becoming net-zero powerhouse

Vietnam finds itself at a crucial crossroads. As a burgeoning manufacturing powerhouse, the nation faces the urgent need to significantly slash its greenhouse gas emissions while striving for net-zero status by 2050.
brown to green switch accelerates

Brown to green switch accelerates

The greening of the economy is being spurred on by a wide range of stakeholders, taking in energy transition, business changes, and government policy.
renewable energy on the table for vietnam

Renewable energy on the table for Vietnam

Vietnam is considered a fertile ground for the renewable energy industry, according to the May 28-29 forum.
analog devices teams up with vinfast on ev solutions

Analog Devices teams up with VinFast on EV solutions

Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a global semiconductor leader, and VinFast, a leading Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, have announced their partnership aimed at advancing Battery Management System (BMS) solutions for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS).
green energy poses few barriers for some

Green energy poses few barriers for some

The transition from conventional energy sources to renewables for production is not only bringing economic benefits but is also helping businesses enhance export competitiveness.
brand new mindset required for proper usage of electricity

Brand new mindset required for proper usage of electricity

Electricity in Vietnam is being used at inferior efficiency compared to other countries, which is providing a challenge to find solutions on effectively using and saving it.
businesses reap benefits from esg practices

Businesses reap benefits from ESG practices

Although environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing requires much effort and capital, businesses can enjoy numerous benefits from adopting ESG practices.
riser 24 event taking place at sheraton hanoi hotel on may 23

RIS.ER 24 event taking place at Sheraton Hanoi Hotel on May 23

The RIS.ER 24 conference themed around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues will take place on May 23 at the Sheraton Hanoi Hotel, organised by Worldbasesys Co., Ltd in collaboration with Vietnam Investment Review.