Asia-Pacific
Clean energy could create millions of tons of waste in India. Some are working to avoid that
India currently imports over 95% of lithium-ion batteries as well as large amounts of nickel, cobalt and other rare earth minerals.
Australia eyes US climate policy shift for green energy boost
Australia is competing for global investment to build its clean energy sector, including critical minerals processing.
New Delhi shuts all primary schools due to smog
New Delhi ordered all primary schools to cease in-person classes until further notice on Thursday night due to worsening smog in the sprawling...
China calls for more investment in energy upgrades
China's state planner has called for more investment in equipment upgrades to help support the energy transition, saying the market should play a...
Kia sees near-term market challenges but sticks to 1.6 million annual EV sales target by 2030
"We're not pushing volume to market. Especially this year, the market is changing very rapidly and there are so many uncertainties."
India’s top clean energy agency weighs criminal proceedings against Reliance Power
The power producer is alleged to have submitted fake documents for a bid.
China’s Zeekr to take control of sister brand Lynk, sources say
Under the deal, Zeekr will purchase Volvo Cars' entire 30% stake in Lynk and a 20% stake from Geely Holding.
Japan considering restarting electricity, gas price subsidies from January, NHK reports
Japan may restart energy subsidies in January amid high fuel costs.
Toxic smog smothering India’s capital smashes WHO limit
Delhi’s smog hits 50x WHO limit, exposing millions to toxic air from pollution and stubble burning, with minimal effective action.
Glencore-Chandra Singapore refinery to earmark 20% of output for Shell, sources say
Glencore and Chandra Asri aim to finalize their Singapore refinery acquisition in Q1 2025, launching Aster for operations.
