Malaysia sets up clean energy exchange
The Malaysian government has agreed to establish the Energy Exchange Malaysia (Enegem) to facilitate cross-border sales of green electricity to neighboring countries.
Southeast Asia - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Washington state trade mission explores technology, agriculture, energy cooperation in Vietnam
A delegation of about 46 business and government leaders from the U.S.’s Washington State is on a five-day trade mission in Vietnam starting April 8 to explore cooperation between the two sides in various realms.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam among ANZ’s key markets: exec
Vietnam is one of ANZ's most important markets with promising growth potential, said the bank’s CEO Shayne Elliott.
Banking - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Siemens joint venture eyes stake in Coro Energy’s Vietnam rooftop solar portfolio
Southeast Asia-focused energy company Coro Energy says it is in talks with Capton Energy for the latter to buy into and invest in its Vietnamese solar power portfolio.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Billions in FDI waiting to flow into Mekong Delta
Tens of billions of U.S. dollars will pour into clean energy projects in the Mekong Delta if policies to attract foreign direct investment in this field are open and favorable, said a Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) official.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam receives first LNG cargo, prepares terminal test run
Vietnam's first cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) was pumped into the Thi Vai LNG Terminal Monday, marking a milestone in the country’s clean energy transition.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Royal HaskoningDHV focuses on renewable energy development in Vietnam
Dutch engineering consultancy firm Royal HaskoningDHV is expecting a massive investment increase in renewable energy in Vietnam, and plans to focus on the sector.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Clime Capital, Touchstone Partners to invest $2 mln in clean energy firm Stride
Singapore-based Clime Capital and Vietnam-based Touchstone Partners will jointly invest $2 million in Ho Chi Minh City-based Stride, an innovative clean technology company, the two venture capital funds announced on Wednesday.
Companies - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
New ADB partnership prioritizes Vietnam energy storage efforts, Indonesia coal phase-out
Vietnam’s energy storage initiatives will benefit from a new $35 million capital fund from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and non-profit Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP).
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
AmCham exec plans to drive clean energy, digital economy and wellness
Gregory Testerman was in January elected chairman of AmCham Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City for 2023. The Investor talks with him about what he will do to implement the chamber's missions.
Executive Talk - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vientam calls for leg-up from US firms to climb global supply chain
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called on U.S. firms to support Vietnamese companies in climbing global value chains while meeting with a U.S. business mission involving 52 corporations in Hanoi on Wednesday.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Dutch bank FMO seeks to channel $8.2 mln into Indefol Solar in Vietnam
Dutch development bank FMO has proposed an $8.2 mln investment into Vietnam-based company Indefol Solar to support its clean energy business.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam, Australia to boost trade, clean energy cooperation
Vietnam and Australia have refreshed their focus on trade ties and shared a commitment to cooperation in driving clean energy transformation.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
New $20 mln funding for Mekong subregion’s clean energy: US Vice President
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris announced Sunday $20 million in new funding for clean energy projects in the Mekong subregion, including Vietnam.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam gas firm builds LNG station near HCMC
CNG Vietnam, a compressed natural gas company, started work Sunday on its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply station, located in Long An province bordering Ho Chi Minh City.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
American utility AES pledges long-term investment support for Vietnam’s net-zero emissions goal
American energy developer AES is committed to long-term operations in Vietnam, helping the country reach its carbon neutrality target by 2050.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam solar energy costs 'lowest' in Southeast Asia
Vietnam has the lowest “levelized” cost of solar energy in Southeast Asia, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) says in its latest major energy-transition publication.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
US seeks to elevate Vietnam ties, cooperate in clean energy
The U.S. wants to elevate the comprehensive partnership with Vietnam to a strategic one and cooperate in clean energy for mutual benefit, said U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Equinor discusses hydrogen, offshore wind with Petrovietnam
Norway’s largest energy group Equinor is keen on cooperating with state-run Petrovietnam in developing offshore wind and clean energy projects in the renewables-thirsty country.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Orsted steps up groundwork for $13.6 bln offshore wind plant
Danish wind power giant Orsted is speeding up preparations to build a 3,900-megawatt offshore wind power plant in the northern port city of Hai Phong.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Corio Generation proposes $3 bln offshore wind farm in Hai Phong
Corio Generation, a newly-established offshore wind branch of Australian corporation Macquarie's Green Investment Group, is looking for more opportunities in Vietnam with a proposed $2-3 billion offshore wind power project in Hai Phong city.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Solar, wind power insufficient for Vietnam’s energy security: expert
Electricity generation from liquefied natural gas (LNG), biomass, ammonia, and hydrogen should be thoroughly considered to help Vietnam achieve its carbon neutrality goal, an American specialist said.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Corio, Fecon partner on Vung Tau offshore wind farm
Green Investment Group portfolio company Corio Generation has signed a joint development agreement with Fecon, a leading Vietnamese construction and infrastructure corporation, for a proposed 500 megawatt offshore wind farm in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Bidding a hindrance to Vietnam offshore wind development: investors
Vietnam’s goal of having 7 gigawatts of offshore wind power by 2030 is seen as a big challenge if developers are selected via bidding alone.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
BayWa r.e. wind farms to fuel Vietnam’s renewables drive
Global renewable energy developer BayWa r.e. has kick-started preparation to build three wind power projects in Vietnam, Southeast Asia’s leader in developing renewables.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam tops regional transition to clean energy: The Economist
Vietnam, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050, is leading the transition to clean energy in Southeast Asia, according to The Economist.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
USAID inaugurates $36 mln clean energy project in Vietnam
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a $36 million project designed to promote the use of clean energy in Vietnam.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
AES, PV Gas get investment certificate for $1.4 bln LNG terminal in Vietnam
American corporation AES and Vietnam's PV Gas on Wednesday received an investment registration certificate for their $1.4 bln LNG terminal project in Binh Thuan province.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
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