News Update

Asia's significance and contribution to global issues of energy, climate change and sustainable development has been steadily growing. The update highlights some of the major news stories from various Asian countries offering an overview of the issues, prospects and challenges in the region.

 

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7 June 2012 Suntech proposes 100 MW of solar projects in Pakistan PV Tech
6 June 2012 Indonesia likely to produce 904,000 b/d of oil in 2012; below target Platts
1 June 2012 Bangladesh passes nuclear energy regulatory bill Khaleej Times
24 May 2012 India: More products to come under energy-efficiency norms The Hindu Business Line
24 May 2012 Singapore boosts green buildings Channel News Asia
21 May 2012 Bangladesh finds oil reserves worth $5.5 billion The Economic Times
20 May 2012 Pakistan: IDB, ADB ink $133m accord for wind power projects in Sindh Daily Times
18 May 2012 India: Cabinet gives go-ahead to Tapi gas purchase deal The Financial Express
12 May 2012 Sri Lanka launches national program to conserve energy Colombo Page

 
Pakistan: 22 wind energy projects of 50 MW each at different stages of development
Business Recorder, 20 October 2011

Around 22 wind energy projects of 50 MW each are at different stages of development which upon their completion would help meet energy requirements and achieve development goals. Out of these, 11 developers have so far completed their feasibility studies. Six independent power producers have also acquired generation license from National Electric Power Regulatory Authority, three have been awarded tariff and three IPPs are negotiating energy purchase agreements and implementation agreements with concerned authorities.  Read full story...