Renewable energy

‘Should have started by now’: Indonesia’s plan to export solar energy to Singapore hits a snag

Chinagreen - A solar cell production facility at China-Indonesia joint venture PT Trina Mas Agra at the Kendal Industrial Park, Central Java province.

Raising solar deployment target also has ‘economic and geopolitical’ component: Energy expert

Solar is currently the main source of renewable energy that can be harnessed domestically, although its potential is still small compared to the nation’s total energy needs.

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Prudence or backsliding? China’s new climate target mirrors shifting realities

A screen shows Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivering a work report during the opening session of the National People’s Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People, in Beijing on March 5, 2026. (Photo by ADEK BERRY / AFP)

Irena launches programmes to scale clean energy in Asean; has plans for investor forum in S’pore

Irena’s director of country engagement and partnerships Gurbuz Gonul said as in many other regions, infrastructure is the main obstacle for accelerating renewable energy development in Asean.

As Singapore considers nuclear energy, it’s time to ask the right questions

In Singapore, the conversations have been gaining momentum as the country evaluates the viability of nuclear energy amid the challenges brought by climate change and energy security.

Indonesia coal plant closure U-turn sows energy transition doubts

Around Indonesia's Cirebon-1, many residents describe increased respiratory problems since operations began

Public education efforts on nuclear energy begin with understanding Singapore’s energy constraints: EMA official

Mr Darryl Chan, Director of the Nuclear Energy Office at Energy Market Authority, on Feb 6, 2026.

China coal plant building surges despite record renewable energy additions

Despite the rapid growth of renewable energy, coal remains a key source of energy for power generation in China. PHOTO: REUTERS

EU will struggle to secure key raw materials supply, warns report

Wind turbines of Vestas at the Port of Odense, Denmark. The EU is struggling to diversify its imports of the key materials needed for key industries.

First solar farm at an SAF military base completed

The solar farm in Sembawang Air Base currently generates 13.5 megawatt peak of energy. Once solar panels have been installed on roofs in the air base, it will generate 18MWp.

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