Regulation

Malaysia's power companies revamp strategies for full market liberalisation

State utility TNB prioritises digital initiatives to connect producers, consumers, and T&D networks in a less rigid market.

Malaysia's power companies revamp strategies for full market liberalisation

State utility TNB prioritises digital initiatives to connect producers, consumers, and T&D networks in a less rigid market.

Delhi Court orders tax review for solar projects

Its response came after a trade group challenged the tax formulation unveiled on 1 January.

Taiwan kills provision on nuclear power phase-out by 2025

The amendment was passed after 5.89 million voted in favour on abolishing the stipulation.

Shanxi province defies Beijing coke rules

The region has fallen behind the campaign to switch rural households from coal to gas for heating.

Indonesia seeks projects to hit 17GW of electricity supply targets

But IPPs face regulatory hurdles that hamper the development of renewables and other energy sources.

Coal stains remain in South Korea's green growth policy

Despite efforts to slowly reduce coal consumption, policies tilt towards coal and 5.4GW of plants are under construction.

South Korea to rev up renewables' share to 35% of energy mix

The country aims to slash reliance on coal and cut the lifespans of nuclear plants.

New rules to erase deficit in China's subsidies for renewables operators

But wind and solar state-owned operators will take some hits.

China relaxes plant ban to allow 11 areas to set up coal power plants

Areas freed up for construction include Hebei, Qinghai, Chongqing, and Guangxi.

SECI's tender for 1.2GW of wind in India flops

Only four players made bids for 600MW of capacity with tariffs fixed at $0.04/kWh for 25 years.

Is the Denmark offshore wind deal the boost that India's sector needs?

The two countries will develop measures for high efficiency in the wind industry.

Revised renewables rules get go-ahead in Taiwan

The state will be responsible for generation facilities with capacities over 2,000kW whilst anything below will be handled by local governments.

India raises 2022 renewables target from 175GW to 227GW

The government said it is on track to exceed the previously set target.

Thai developers flock overseas as domestic hurdles intensify

A 9GW transmission project between Thailand and Laos marks the kingdom’s increased reliance on ASEAN neighbors.

China's proposal for subsidised grid parity projects could hurt solar capacity addition in 2019

The government will not organise competitive bidding for subsidised projects before the first batch of grid parity projects are drawn up.

Taichung power plant fined for poor wastewater management

Wastewater from the plants’ generators contained high levels of nitrate nitrogen that exceeded the allowable limit.

Japan business group urges government to extend nuclear plant lifespans

It proposed that maintenance periods should not be included in the plants' operational terms.