hanoi aims to green up bus system ahead of schedule

Hanoi aims to green up bus system ahead of schedule

Hanoi is taking steps to complete the “greening up” of local bus services 15 years ahead of the roadmap designed by the Government, which aims to convert buses from using petrol to green energy (electric or CNG) in Hanoi by 2050, according to Vice Chairman of the Hanoi municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Quyen.
coro energy receives finance offer from hdbank

Coro Energy receives finance offer from HDBank

On January 18, Coro Energy PLC, a Southeast Asian energy company with a natural gas and clean energy portfolio, announced the receipt of an in principle offer from HDBank for project debt financing.
renewables conundrum still up in air

Renewables conundrum still up in air

Despite ample opportunities in renewable energy, Vietnam needs to remove legal bottlenecks to facilitate the progress of solar, wind power, and liquefied natural gas projects.
energy efficiency a critical priority for vietnam

Energy efficiency: a critical priority for Vietnam

The importance of energy efficiency is not to be understated. The International Energy Agency estimates that energy efficiency improvements could contribute as much as 47 per cent of reductions in energy-related CO2 emissions achievable by 2030.
ls eco energy diversifies its rare earth supply to vietnam

LS Eco Energy diversifies its rare earth supply to Vietnam

On January 10, South Korea's LS Eco Energy announced that it has signed a rare earth oxide purchase agreement with Vietnamese mining company Hung Thinh Minerals.
bosch unveils cutting edge sustainable energy solutions at ces 2024

Bosch unveils cutting-edge sustainable energy solutions at CES 2024

At the world-renowned Consumer Technology Association (CES) event in Las Vegas, held from January 9 to 12, Bosch presented a compelling vision for the future of sustainable energy, spotlighting electrification and hydrogen technologies.
france to build beyond planned six new nuclear plants

France to build 'beyond' planned six new nuclear plants

France is set to build eight new nuclear plants on top of six already announced, the energy minister has said, arguing more reactors are needed to hit carbon reduction targets.
apple suppliers spend billions diversifying from china

Apple suppliers spend billions diversifying from China

A recent research report from TD Cowen cited by newswire ​​Appleinsider has revealed that Apple suppliers are diversifying their manufacturing bases from China as a result of production delays, the country's COVID-19 measures, problems with energy supply, and the ongoing trade tensions with the United States.
singaporean and taiwanese investors look to acquire stakes in two solar projects

Singaporean and Taiwanese investors look to acquire stakes in two solar projects

Two companies from Singapore and Taiwan are looking to invest in two solar energy ventures in the central province of Quang Tri.
nexif ratch takes over minh luong hydro plant in lao cai

Nexif Ratch takes over Minh Luong hydro plant in Lao Cai

On January 2, Nexif Ratch Energy Investments Pte. Ltd. (Nexif Ratch Energy) announced its successful acquisition of the 30MW Minh Luong run-of-river hydro power plant with peak hour storage located in the northern province of Lao Cai.
country aware and prepared for energy challenges ahead

Country aware and prepared for energy challenges ahead

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has been making efforts to complete its tasks, ensure energy security, and promptly handle difficulties in electricity supply.
the right time for us to invest in vietnams energy

The right time for US to invest in Vietnam’s energy

The Vietnamese government has made strong commitments to the energy transition. Gregory Testerman, chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce for Ho Chi Minh City and the central city of Danang, gave VIR’s Bich Ngoc his assessment on US investor interest in the Vietnamese energy market.
vietnam stays committed to developing clean and renewable energy

Vietnam stays committed to developing clean and renewable energy

Vietnam remains committed and focused on enhancing the development of hydrogen energy production and hydrogen-source fuels in regions with potential and advantages in renewable energy, close to major consumer markets.
skyx solars ambition to innovate with solar power offerings

SkyX Solar’s ambition to innovate with solar power offerings

Vietnam is aiming for a transition to renewable energy and a drive towards energy efficiency. SAMRESH KUMAR, chairman and CEO of rooftop solar and distributed energy solutions provider SkyX Solar, told NGUYEN THU how it can help Vietnam go greener.
demand for electrical vehicles increases in laos

Demand for electrical vehicles increases in Laos

The number of electrical vehicles (EVs) and charging stations in Laos has been increasing, according to the country’s Ministry of Energy and Mines.