Renewable Energy
Exclusive: Philippines rooftop solar inquiries up tenfold since March
Rooftop solar inquiries in the Philippines have surged tenfold since March, the industry association president says. However, upfront costs remain high and financing gaps continue to slow the pace of installations.
Taiwan AI growth highlights need for energy storage, renewables
Taiwan’s AI boom will require sustained investment in battery storage and renewable energy sources. Meanwhile, Malaysia and Thailand are also adopting strategies to meet growing data center demand.
Taiwan’s offshore wind slowdown holds lessons for other Asian markets
Despite rapid growth over the past decade, Taiwan’s offshore wind industry faces mounting challenges under its newer auction model, offering lessons for emerging markets across Asia as they seek to turn ambitious targets into operating projects.
ASEAN advances energy security as experts urge faster clean energy shift
ASEAN energy ministers have made new commitments on power trade, data transparency and oil security. Experts say more action is needed - faster - after a year of fuel price shocks.
Electrification: An opportunity for development in Cambodia? [Op-Ed]
Cambodia has a lot to gain from seizing the opportunities offered by the global focus...
Foreign Investment in Bangladesh: Powering Renewable Energy
Introducing policy reforms to address existing barriers, de-risk projects, incentivise developers and improve investor confidence remains key for accelerating Bangladesh's clean energy transition and strengthening its energy security.
What Keeps Halting Bangladesh’s Solar Revolution
Experts warn that Bangladesh’s energy crisis will persist without a decisive shift toward renewable energy. While the political rhetoric for accelerating solar energy deployment to enhance energy security and affordability is growing stronger, structural and institutional barriers threaten to delay progress.
Solar Energy Gives Bangladesh a Way Out of the Energy Crisis
The government is investing heavily in solar energy in Bangladesh to reduce dependence on fossil...
Energy Security and Affordability Arguments Mean the “Electrify Now” Moment is Here
In response to the second global energy crisis in five years, governments, businesses, and NGOs are launching the Electrify Now campaign. The initiative aims to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels and scale up investments and support for modern energy systems powered by clean electricity that would ensure more reliable and affordable energy.
Renewable Energy in Thailand: An Alternative to LNG
Promoting electricity generation from renewables can alleviate Thailand’s energy security concerns, accelerate its decarbonisation and protect businesses and consumers from high power costs during future energy crises, which, judging by history, will continue for as long as it relies on fossil fuel imports.
Energy Crisis in the Philippines and Thailand Shows Risks of LNG and Petroleum Over-reliance
The energy crisis gripping the Philippines and Thailand is a direct consequence of over-reliance on imported fossil fuels. While leaders enabled billions of dollars of new LNG infrastructure, renewables like wind and solar remain neglected. Now, ordinary people are paying the price. But shifting to clean energy would boost both security and savings.
Solar Could Save ASEAN up to USD 67 Billion as LNG Prices Surge
Experts estimate that as fossil fuel prices soar, solar power could meet ASEAN’s new power needs at half the cost of gas, saving up to USD 67 billion. It would also significantly strengthen countries’ energy security, ensuring stable, domestically sourced energy.
Thailand’s Rooftop Solar Boom and the Energy Crisis
Rooftop solar systems offer Thailand a unique opportunity to achieve its renewable energy targets and reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. By addressing key existing barriers, the country can unlock the full potential of rooftop solar, paving the way for a cleaner, greener future.
Solar Power Shields Pakistan From the Hormuz Energy Crisis
The Iran war is yet another reminder that dependence on fossil fuels leaves countries exposed to global shocks, even if they aren’t directly involved. However, through the lens of Pakistan’s solar energy boom, a research by CREA and Renewables First demonstrates how countries can soften the blow on their economies and energy security.
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