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SK Eco Plant Launches Major Rooftop Solar Initiative in Vietnam, Secures Carbon Emission Rights and Expands Renewable Energy Portfolio
SK Eco Plant is accelerating the creation of added value by launching a solar power project on the roof of an industrial complex in Vietnam. This initiative not only produces solar power using idle land but also secures carbon emissions rights. On June 10th, SK Eco Plant held a semi-official ceremony for the rooftop solar power project at its Samil Vina plant in Dong Nai Province, Vietnam. Rooftop solar power involves generating electricity by installing solar power modules on the roof of a building. This method eliminates the need to secure a separate site for solar power generation and avoids location regulations by utilizing existing idle space. The 1MW solar power plant installed on the roof of the Samil Vina factory generates electricity solely for on-site consumption. This self-consumption distributed energy approach minimizes the need for additional power grids and reduces energy loss during transmission and distribution.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. Inaugurates Cabaruan Solar-Powered Pump Irrigation Project In Isabela, Philippines
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. took a significant step towards agricultural modernization and energy efficiency with the inauguration of the Cabaruan Solar-Powered Pump Irrigation Project (SPIP). This groundbreaking project, located in Quirino, Isabela, marks a significant milestone as one of the largest solar-powered pump irrigation initiatives in the Philippines. The Cabaruan SPIP, a collaboration between the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) and local stakeholders, is set to irrigate 350 hectares of rice fields, benefiting nearly 237 rice farmers in the region. President Marcos emphasized the project’s importance in bolstering the agricultural sector, which is often vulnerable to natural phenomena and rising energy costs.
Sunview Group Berhad Clinches Contract For Solar Photovoltaic Plant In Malaysia’s Kedah Region
Sunview Group Berhad is poised to make significant strides in Malaysia’s renewable energy landscape with the acceptance of a letter of award (LOA) from Cenergi Solar Kuala Ketil Sdn. Bhd. The contract was awarded to Fabulous Sunview Sdn. Bhd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sunview, entails the construction of a large-scale solar photovoltaic plant in Kedah. The project, situated at Lot 3328, Ladang Bukit Selarong, Mukim Tawar, Kuala Ketil, Kedah, will boast a capacity of 44.99 MWp / 29.99 MWac. Scheduled to commence on June 10, 2024, the construction aims to achieve commercial operations by June 24, 2025, with a fixed contract sum of RM51,900,000.00.
Sabah, Malaysia, Energizes Future With Launch Of Large-Scale Solar Power Plant Bidding Process
The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) is taking a significant leap towards a more sustainable energy future with the launch of its inaugural Large-Scale Solar (LSS) Photovoltaic (PV) Power Plant bidding process, named LSS-SABAH2024. This initiative aims to bolster energy generation through renewable solutions, ensuring a sustainable energy supply for Sabah. LSS-SABAH2024 aims to facilitate the development of large-scale solar PV power plants with a collective capacity of 100MWac through open bidding overseen by ECoS. Projects will vary from 1MWac to 15MWac, encompassing ground-mounted, floating, or rooftop designs, thereby offering opportunities for companies of diverse sizes and resources to participate.
Singapore-IEA Regional Training Programme Boosts Cross-Border Electricity Trading In Southeast Asia
More than 160 participants attended the Singapore-International Energy Agency (IEA) Regional Training Programme on Catalysing Interconnectivity, emphasizing the importance of cross-border electricity trading in Southeast Asia’s renewable energy potential. Held on 6-7 June, the programme provided a platform for sharing best practices and building expertise in financing, market models, and regional cooperation for subsea cables. The eighth instalment of the Singapore-IEA Regional Training Hub initiative brought together policymakers, regulators, utilities, and industry stakeholders from 19 countries. Discussions included insights from the IEA, Thailand’s Energy Regulatory Commission, the ASEAN Centre for Energy, the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank, and Japan Bank for International Cooperation, focusing on advancing the ASEAN Power Grid vision.
Indonesia And Japan Forge Alliance For Hydrogen And Ammonia Energy Transition
Indonesia has taken a monumental stride towards a greener future, aligning its energy trajectory with a resolute commitment to achieve Net Zero Emission (NZE) by 2060. The unveiling of an energy transition roadmap underscores Indonesia’s dedication to embracing renewable energy sources, including solar, hydro, wind, geothermal, hydrogen, and ammonia. Hydrogen and ammonia emerge as pivotal components not only in powering Indonesia’s energy landscape but also in optimizing energy storage and transportation, thereby seamlessly connecting diverse energy sources with demand. These efforts mark a significant milestone in Indonesia’s pursuit of sustainable energy solutions and its integration into the Asian Zero Emission Community (AZEC), championed by the Japanese government.
Trenggalek Regency Government Leads East Java In Clean Energy Adoption With REC Certification In Indonesia
The Trenggalek Regency Government has made history as the first regional government in East Java to embrace clean energy through the adoption of Renewable Energy Certificates (REC). This significant milestone follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PT PLN (Persero) for the Green Energy as a Service (GEAS), committing to utilize 200 REC units equivalent to 200-megawatt hours (MWh). The MoU ceremony, held during the 2024 Indonesian Autonomous Girls (POI) Grand Final series at Tebing Kapuh, Trenggalek, saw the participation of Trenggalek Regent Mochamad Nur Arifin and PT PLN’s Customer Service Implementation Unit (UP3) Ponorogo Manager Suzana Zein.
Indonesia’s MEMR Issues PLN Rooftop Solar PV Quotas For 2024-2028, IESR Raises Concerns
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) has announced the allocation of PLN Rooftop Solar PV quotas for the period of 2024-2028, outlined in Decree of the Director General of Electricity Number 279. K/TL.03/DJL.2/2024. The quotas, distributed across eleven power systems, total 5,746 MW over the five-year period, with individual allocations of 901 MW in 2024, 1,004 MW in 2025, 1,065 MW in 2026, 1,183 MW in 2027, and 1,593 MW in 2028. While the announcement has been welcomed by stakeholders, the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) has raised concerns regarding the distribution methodology and the absence of net-metering mechanisms.
ECoS Assures Commitment To Local Expertise In Energy Sector Amid Concerns In Malaysia
In light of recent concerns voiced by SAPP president Datuk Yong Teck Lee regarding the participation of non-Sabahan electrical contractors in Sabah’s energy sector, the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering local expertise in alignment with the Sabah Energy Roadmap and Master Plan 2040 (SE-RAMP 2040). ECoS CEO, Datuk Ir. Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid, acknowledged the concerns raised and emphasized the importance of local participation in the energy sector. He stated, “The LSS-SABAH 2024 pre-requirement emphasizes that interested bidders must be a Sabah-based company or a Sabah Government-Linked Company (GLC), or a Consortium of Companies, with a minimum equity ownership of Sabah-based companies or Sabah GLCs within the consortium. Bidders with more local content will receive merit points.”
GULF, AIS, and HRDI Launch “Green Energy, Green Network” to Empower Remote Communities with Sustainable Energy and Connectivity
Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited (GULF), a regional leader in sustainable energy and infrastructure, has formed a strategic alliance with Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited (AIS), Thailand’s top digital network provider, and the Highland Research and Development Institute (HRDI), a public institution dedicated to socio-economic development in the country’s mountainous regions. Together, they aim to enhance the quality of life for Thai communities by expanding access to essential infrastructure services in remote areas. This collaboration leverages the technological expertise of GULF and AIS, along with HRDI’s local insights, to deliver comprehensive community-based solutions. Their joint efforts will bring solar power-generated electricity to under-resourced communities and install solar-powered base stations to extend telecommunication systems, connecting underserved areas to digital platforms. |
