Malaysia's fear of resources tests Asia's fastest-growing data centre
Malaysia, which has surpassed Singapore as the fastest-growing hub for data centres in the region, is now under increasing scrutiny due to the resource debate that's spreading to emerging Asia. The protests against a data center complex at the southern tip of Johor, the epicenter of the boom in the state, were the first ever of their kind to be held in the country. The burden of the communities in Selangor has been politicised.
Maguire: Wildfires are a threat to the US power sector in multiple ways.
Wildfire season in the American West was seen as a major threat for years. It affected homes, forests, and utilities. As smoke from fires blankets vast swaths across the country, this is also becoming a challenge for the power sector. The U.S. grid has changed. The U.S. grid is changing. Smoke from wildfires interferes with all of these. Smoke is unlikely to derail America’s renewable-energy growth…
India's solar drive idles factories that are unable to break reliance on China
Industry sources claim that Indian solar panel makers are forced to close factories because they have to wait up to 8 months for domestic components to replace Chinese imports. This is due to the government's push to boost domestic manufacturing. Manufacturers and analysts have said that the disruptions caused by rules which came into effect on June 1?threaten thousands jobs and investments of almost $4 billion.
China's solar installations fell 66% in the first half of this year compared to last, as a result of the pricing reforms.
China's new installations of solar power dropped by 66 percent in the first six months of 2026 compared to the same period a year ago, as the world's largest market for solar energy cooled after a rush to connect projects prior to the implementation last year's pricing reforms. In the period January-June, the country added 72.07 Gigawatts (GW), down from 212.21 in 2025. Installations fell by 13.1% - year-on-year in June to 12.48 GW.
South Africa's 'data centre gold rush' could lead to a resource shortage
The rapid expansion of data centers has made South Africa the continent's largest digital hub. Critics warn that the industry's appetites for electricity and drinking water could worsen the shortages of millions of people. Cyril Ramaphosa, the president of South Africa, has praised the rapid growth of data centers as being essential to the security of the country and its business.
US lawmakers want to crack down on imports of solar panels that they claim are evading duties
According to a letter obtained by the, a bipartisan group in the U.S. Congress urged on Thursday that Trump's administration crackdown on imports of partially finished solar cells. They claim these are being used to avoid trade duties and to improperly claim "federal manufacturing" tax credits. The long-running U.S. campaign to stop what solar panel manufacturers claim are efforts to avoid tariffs has led to the debate over blue wafers.
Hazeltree data shows that shortsellers targeted manufacturing in June amid stress on the supply chain.
Hazeltree data shows that global hedge funds bet heavily against manufacturing shares in June, as investors became'more concerned about disruptions to supply chains due to renewed tensions at the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation in attacks between the U.S., Iran and other countries has cast doubts on an interim agreement to end the war. The hope of normalising…
Rezolv, a Romanian energy developer, will begin construction of the largest solar park in Europe this summer
Alastair Hammond, the Chief executive of Rezolv, said that they aim to increase their renewable energy portfolio from 2.3 GW to 4 or 5 Gigawatts in Central and Southeast Europe by 2030. The company plans to start construction on a 1GW solar project, expected to be completed in 2028, in western Romania in the late summer. Rezolv is a renewable energy project developer and operator that operates in Central and Southeastern Europe.
The drought in the US West pits towns and industry against farms as they compete for water
In Arizona, dead fish are found in the bed of a dry reservoir. A small Utah town in the north could run out water within months. In Colorado, a rancher sold a fifth herd because stock ponds were empty. The Colorado River system is a link between the?communities, supplying water to 40?million residents?across 7 Western states and Mexico. It also irrigates millions acres of farmland.
Bangladesh solar incentives may not be for smaller consumers
According to the National Board of Revenue, these measures were introduced on July 1, in the 'latest national budget.' They include the removal of customs duties on?solar?equipment, and the exemption of solar-power suppliers and producers from paying taxes on income derived from?solar?energy. The National Board of Revenue has announced that institutions using…
Trump's cuts in clean energy projects are linked to $83 Billion in cancelled or delayed projects
According to a report published on Tuesday by the labor and environmental coalition BlueGreen Alliance, policies of the Trump administration that reduced federal support for clean energy have resulted in the cancellation or deferral of $83 billion worth of investment across hundreds of projects. On Tuesday, labor leaders and Senate Democrats met to discuss the clean-energy workforce.
Trump's clean energy policies are linked to $83 Billion in cancelled or delayed projects
According to a report released on Tuesday by the labor and environmental group BlueGreen Alliance, Trump administration policies have led to the cancellation of or delays of $83 billion worth of investment across hundreds of projects. The report was released as U.S. Senators and labor leaders prepare to meet on Tuesday, to discuss the clean-energy workforce.
Industry warns that EU restrictions on Chinese components could halt the rollout of renewables in developing countries.
Companies and investors have warned that a ban on EU funding of Chinese-made inverters, a key component for clean energy projects, could slow or stop the rollout solar and wind power projects in countries with lower incomes who rely heavily on public funds. The European Union wants to be more independent in certain strategic industries, but it is still heavily…
Britain eliminates the requirement for planning consultation to accelerate major infrastructure projects
The British government announced on Thursday that it will remove the mandatory requirement of a 'pre-application consultation' for major infrastructure projects by the end of this month. This planning reform, according to the government, would cut a 'approval timeframe down by up to 12 months. The Labour government of Prime Minister Keir Starmer has placed planning reform at the heart of its plan to boost economic development.
China Resources New Energy shares have tripled in value after the largest IPO in Asia for 2026
China Resources New Energy's share price almost tripled on its Shenzhen debut Thursday after the wind and solar energy company raised $24.5 billion ($3.61 billion), Asia's largest initial public offering this year. The IPO price was 10.11 yuan. The stock surged up to 198%, which triggered a short trading suspension. The debut is a test to see if mainland…
China Resources New Energy will debut on July 2, the biggest IPO in Asia this year.
China Resources New Energy is set to begin trading in Shenzhen, China on July 2, after an initial public offer that could raise as much as 24.5 billion yuan (3.6 billion dollars). This will be the largest IPO ever for Shenzhen and Asia. China's stock exchange has just witnessed a?blockbuster deal that tests the appetite of investors for clean energy. Beijing is targeting half its electricity to come from non-fossil fuels by 2030.
Sources say that the US is working on a ban against Chinese energy inverters.
Five?people familiar with the situation' say that the Trump administration is working on a ban of imports of foreign inverters which connect solar panels and batteries to the power grid. They are concerned China may use them to disrupt the supply of electricity. Sources say that the rule?being drafted? by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission could be published this year and would apply to 'new foreign' inverter models.
Report: US wind and solar investments could be threatened by $121 billion of stalled permits.
A report released on Monday found that Trump administration policies 'that have stalled permits of renewable energy projects' are putting $121 billion in investment at risk, and slowing the development of 'wind, solar, and storage.capacity required to meet increasing?power demand. Wood Mackenzie's findings highlighted the tension between President Donald…
Report: US wind and solar investments could be threatened by $121 billion in stalled permits
A report released on Monday found that Trump administration policies have slowed permits for renewable energy project, putting $121 billion in investment at risk. Wood Mackenzie, a research firm in energy, found that President Donald Trump was torn between his desire to accelerate energy infrastructure for artificial intelligence and his opposition to the renewable energy.
Projects are rushed as prices soar due to the Trump Clean Energy Tax Credit Cutoff
Solar developers in the United States have secured federal subsidies to help them build a large number of solar projects that will nearly double their current capacity. They are rushing to beat a deadline on July 4, which could cause a sharp increase in renewable power costs. The projections show the loss of 'valuable renewable energy credits worth at least 30 percent of project costs. This change threatens to increase U.S.
