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Chinese Solar Panel Makers Cut Operations in Malaysia Amid US Tariffs

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Solar-Panel

KUALA LUMPUR – Chinese solar panel manufacturers in Malaysia, including industry giants Jinko Solar, Risen Energy, and JA Solar, have scaled back or ceased operations in response to escalating US tariffs, according to industry sources. These firms, which collectively represent nearly 40% of Malaysia’s solar production capacity, have faced shrinking profit margins due to heightened US scrutiny and tariffs. Risen Energy, which entered Malaysia in 2021 with plans to invest RM42 billion in Kedah, has significantly reduced production. Meanwhile, Longi Green Energy, accounting for 37% of Malaysia’s solar capacity, halted…

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China Sets New Records in Solar and Wind Power Installations in 2024

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soalr energy

HONG KONG, (Reuters) – China achieved unprecedented growth in renewable energy installations in 2024, breaking previous records in its rapid pursuit of clean energy dominance, according to official data released on Tuesday. The National Energy Administration (NEA) reported a staggering 45.2% increase in solar power capacity and an 18% rise in wind power installations compared to 2023. Solar capacity now stands at an impressive 886.67 GW, up from 609.49 GW the previous year, far outpacing the United States, which had 139 GW in 2023, per the International Renewable Energy Agency.…

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Gas Shortage Sparks Debate in Senate; Government Outlines New Exploration Plans

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Gas

ISLAMABAD: Amid ongoing natural gas shortages, the federal government informed the Senate of plans to open bidding on 30 newly identified offshore assets within six months. These measures aim to address the worsening gas crisis. Speaking at the session on Monday, Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik revealed findings from recent research indicating significant potential gas resources within Pakistan’s maritime boundaries. “In just two months, 25 to 30 offshore assets have been identified, with bidding scheduled in six months. Additionally, new onshore assets will be opened for bidding within three to four…

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NEPRA Directs Transmission Companies to Implement Performance Recommendations

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New-NEPRA

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has instructed public-sector transmission companies at the provincial level, along with one private-sector entity, to implement its recommendations outlined in the Performance Evaluation Report (PER) 2023-24. Letters were issued to the CEOs of Punjab Grid Company Limited (PGCL), Sindh Transmission and Despatch Company (STDC), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Transmission and Grid System Company (Private Limited), and Fatima Energy Limited (FEL), Lahore. NEPRA emphasized the importance of adhering to the recommendations, which were published on its website on December 10, 2024. Key recommendations for transmission…

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Senate Committee Scrutinizes NTDC Restructuring and Power Sector Reforms

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NTDC-Power

Concerns Raised Over IPP Shutdowns, DISCOs’ Efficiency, and Cost of Electricity ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Power, chaired by Senator Mohsin Aziz, convened at Parliament House on Monday to review the government’s restructuring plan for the National Transmission & Despatch Company (NTDC) and evaluate its impact on the power sector. The Ministry of Power outlined its plan to divide NTDC into smaller units, aiming for enhanced efficiency and functionality. According to the ministry, the proposed restructuring involves maintaining NTDC engineers within the National Grid Company to oversee internal operations,…

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