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Korea and Vietnam Sign Renewable Energy Agreements to Strengthen Bilateral Partnership

Korea and Vietnam signed renewable energy cooperation agreements during a bilateral summit, strengthening ties in solar, wind, and storage projects. Additional MOUs cover nuclear energy human resource development and critical mineral supply chains. Backed by a USD 12 million program, the initiatives aim to accelerate Vietnam’s energy transition and deepen economic partnership.

19 Aug 2025 | Solar Quarter
Energy Investment Analysis
Vietnam’s DPPA gains traction as corporates embrace green power deals

Vietnam’s direct power purchase agreement (DPPA) model is advancing as corporates adopt green energy. VinEnergo will supply rooftop solar-plus-storage systems to Vingroup factories, while KN Holdings and Samsung C&T plan 864 MW floating solar projects. Both initiatives highlight DPPA’s growing role in driving Vietnam’s corporate decarbonization and net-zero ambitions.

19 Aug 2025 | Recessary
Energy Investment Analysis
Vietnam’s Hoa Sen cuts cooling costs by 30% with solar integration

Vietnam’s Hoa Sen Group has partnered with Singapore’s SP Group to deploy a Cooling-as-a-Service (CaaS) system and 17.6MWp of rooftop solar across two major steel plants. The initiative will cut cooling electricity use by over 30% and reduce emissions by 14,000 tons annually. It supports Vietnam’s 2050 net-zero target through energy efficiency and clean energy adoption.

28 Jul 2025 | Recessary
Clean Technology Renewable Sources
Keppel partners AIIB for up to US$1.5 billion in Asia-Pacific green infrastructure deals

Keppel and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) have partnered to facilitate up to US$1.5 billion in sustainable infrastructure investments across Asia-Pacific by 2030. The five-year collaboration will target green, tech-enabled projects in energy, transport, and urban services, addressing the region’s growing infrastructure needs amid rapid urbanization and digitalization.

30 Jun 2025 | The Business Times
Energy Transition
ACE receives $7.7m grant for Southeast Asian power grid

The ASEAN Centre for Energy received a $7.7 million World Bank grant to advance the ASEAN Power Grid, aiming for operation by 2045. The funding supports technical studies, project preparation, and ACE’s capacity to coordinate regional power trade under the ASEAN Vision 2020 framework.

30 Jun 2025 | Asian Power
Climate Finance Power Distribution Power Transmission
Singapore Releases Guidance for Use of Carbon Credits to Meet Decarbonization Goals

Singapore has issued draft guidance on the use of carbon credits to support corporate decarbonization efforts. The guidelines stress using credits only after all viable emissions reductions and outline principles for high-quality credits, including additionality, permanence, and transparency. Companies are encouraged to manage credit risks and disclose usage.

30 Jun 2025 | ESG Today
Carbon & Renewable Energy
Viet Nam's energy transition presents challenges, offers opportunities

Việt Nam is advancing its energy transition with strong offshore wind potential of 600GW—the highest in Southeast Asia. The updated Power Development Plan (PDP8) prioritizes renewables, energy storage, and green fuels. While challenges remain in grid upgrades and energy security, digitalization and international cooperation offer critical opportunities for sustainable growth.

17 Jun 2025 | Vietnam News
Energy Transition
PH commences auction for fixed-bottom offshore wind capacity

The Philippines’ Department of Energy has launched its Fifth Green Energy Auction (GEA-5), focusing solely on fixed-bottom offshore wind. With a target of 3,300 MW and delivery scheduled between 2028 and 2030, GEA-5 aims to build a strong foundation for the offshore wind sector using proven, scalable technology.

17 Jun 2025 | Asia Power
Energy Transition Renewables Wind Energy