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Plot twist in Asia's energy story
Oped, Published on 18/09/2025
» Asia's energy story is one of persistent energy poverty, while communities grapple with the health, climate, and economic impacts of fossil fuels. The rise of renewables may prove to be a transformative plot twist in the making. Asia's shift to renewable energy is already underway, and progressing faster than many realise. From rooftop solar panels in suburban Pakistan, to vast offshore wind farms along China's coast, to utility-scale projects electrifying farms in Bangladesh, renewable energy is showing potential to redefine energy security across Asia.
Funerals go green
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 08/09/2025
» At a funeral, the atmosphere is often filled with grief and remembrance, and many choose to honour the deceased with condolence wreaths. Traditionally these wreaths end up in landfills, contributing to waste.
How WHA uses practices to manage risk
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/09/2025
» While more foreign investment in Thailand drives up revenue for WHA Corporation Plc each year, its increased investment and spending on eco-friendly projects and inclusive workplace approaches are crucial for the company's business sustainability.
Thailand power utilities unite to showcase energy innovations
Published on 26/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 19, 2025 — Thailand’s energy sector stands at a pivotal crossroads, tasked with balancing immediate economic needs with long-term environmental and social responsibilities. As the nation advances its development agenda, the focus has shifted towards driving energy policies and innovations that ensure stability, build resilience against global uncertainties, and embed sustainability at the core. This vision not only secures reliable energy for today but also lays the foundation for a cleaner, more sustainable future, supporting Thailand’s growth while aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.
EGCO profit jumps 88% on strong performance
Published on 15/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 15, 2025 - Electricity Generating Public Company Limited (EGCO Group) has announced strong first-half 2025 results, posting a net profit of 5,734 million baht—an increase of 2,679 million baht or 88% year-on-year. The solid performance was largely driven by the company’s “Triple P” strategy, which emphasises strategic asset recycling.
Missing pieces in clean power bid
News, Published on 30/07/2025
» Two missing pieces in Thailand's clean energy sector cast doubt on whether Thailand can reach its ambitious goals of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero emissions by 2065.
Banpu Next aiming to expand beyond Japan
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 30/07/2025
» Banpu Next, the energy technology arm of energy conglomerate Banpu Plc, is planning to expand its battery energy storage system into Asia-Pacific nations other than Japan where it has established a battery farm to support the state grid, which increasingly depends on renewable power.
Millions at risk as US funds for water projects dry up
Published on 19/07/2025
» TAVETA, Kenya - The Trump administration’s decision to slash nearly all US foreign aid has left dozens of water and sanitation projects half-finished across the globe, creating new hazards for some of the people they were designed to benefit, Reuters has found.
Gulf acquires renewable power projects for B1.1bn
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 16/07/2025
» SET-listed Gulf Development, Thailand's largest energy company by market value, is continuing to boost its renewable power generation capacity by spending 1.1 billion baht to acquire waste-to-energy power plants and refuse-derived fuel production projects held by two companies.
WHA Utilities and Power supplying Saha Farms with solar power
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/07/2025
» SET-listed WHA Utilities and Power (WHAUP), an arm of WHA Corp, Thailand's biggest industrial land developer and operator, has expanded its renewable energy business outside industrial estates by supplying multi-platform solar power to Saha Farms Group, a Thai agricultural manufacturer.