In Short : Blueleaf has secured a 100 MW / 400 MWh battery energy storage project in Malaysia, marking a significant expansion of its presence in Southeast Asia. The project will support grid stability, renewable integration, and energy reliability, highlighting growing demand for large-scale storage solutions and reinforcing the role of batteries in modern, flexible […]
Southeast Asia can harness vast renewable resources to meet fast-growing electricity demand – EQ
In Short : Southeast Asia’s fast-growing electricity demand can be met through its vast renewable potential in solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. Rising urbanization and industrial growth are straining conventional power systems, but renewable adoption can cut fossil fuel reliance, strengthen energy security, and support climate goals. Unlocking these resources positions the region for a […]
U.S. Imposes Massive Tariffs on Solar Imports from Southeast Asia to Counteract Chinese Subsidies – EQ
In Short : The U.S. has imposed tariffs as high as 3,521% on solar panel imports from Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia, effective June 2025. The tariffs aim to combat unfair Chinese subsidies funneled through Southeast Asia. While U.S. manufacturers support the move, concerns arise over increased costs and potential disruptions in the solar supply […]
ADB Invests $30 Million in Growtheum Fund to Improve Access to Growth Capital, Create Jobs in Southeast Asia – EQ Mag
MANILA, PHILIPPINES : The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed an equity investment of up to $30 million in Growtheum Capital Partners SEA Fund I LP (GCP SEA Fund I, the fund) to provide equity capital to socially responsible, middle-market Southeast Asian companies poised for growth in the financial services, health care, education, digital services, […]
Southeast Asia Green Recovery Can Create More Than 30 Million Jobs by 2030
MANILA, PHILIPPINES : A green recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic in Southeast Asia has the potential to create $172 billion in investment opportunities annually and generate more than 30 million jobs by 2030, according to a new Asian Development Bank (ADB) report. Implementing a Green Recovery in Southeast Asia considers how green growth can help […]
$134 Million UK Fund to Help Catalyze Green Financing in Southeast Asia – EQ Mag Pro
MANILA, PHILIPPINES : The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of the United Kingdom (UK) have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a £107 million (around $134 million) trust fund to support efforts by Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries to scale up green financing and shift to low-emission, climate-resilient development. The […]
U.S. to consider tariffs on solar panels made in Southeast Asia – EQ Mag Pro
U.S. trade officials on Monday said they will launch an investigation that could result in tariffs on solar panels imported from four Southeast Asian nations, a blow to clean energy project developers that rely on cheap imports to keep costs down. The Commerce Department’s decision regarding imports from Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia was a […]
SunSource Energy Secures Project Financing from SunFunder to Expand its Portfolio in Southeast Asia – EQ Mag Pro
The investment is SunFunder’s first transaction in Southeast Asia and will support SunSource Energy’s growth across the region towards developing and operating solar projects for commercial and industrial clients. Delhi NCR: SunSource Energy, a leading provider of solar- based energy solutions to commercial & industrial (C&I) customers, has entered into a Project Financing agreement with […]
Sungrow and Super Energy Work on the Largest BESS Project in Southeast Asia
BANGKOK : Sungrow, the global leading inverter solution supplier for renewables, cooperated with Super Energy, the leading renewable energy provider in South East Asia to build Southeast Asian largest battery energy storage system (BESS) project. Sungrow will supply the comprehensive PV plus BESS solution, comprising of 49 MW PV inverter solutions and 49 MW/136.24 MWh […]
Sungrow and Super Energy Work on the Largest BESS Project in Southeast Asia – EQ Mag Pro
BANGKOK : Sungrow, the global leading inverter solution supplier for renewables, cooperated with Super Energy, the leading renewable energy provider in South East Asia to build Southeast Asian largest battery energy storage system (BESS) project. Sungrow will supply the comprehensive PV plus BESS solution, comprising of 49.01 MW PV inverter solutions and 45 MW/136.24 MWh […]