Indonesia

Singapore’s Durapower and Turkish industrial firm Kıvanç have signed an agreement to form a joint battery production venture targeting growing North American demand.
Global demand for biofuels is driving a sharp increase in used oil imports to Europe and the United States, straining global feedstock supply chains, according to the International Energy Agency.

Singapore distillate stocks rise above 10 million barrels

Singapore’s gasoil and kerosene inventories reached a three-month high after a sharp weekly drop in net exports, supported by a marked increase in imports from Northeast Asia.
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Article 6 converts carbon credits into a compliance asset, driven by sovereign purchases, domestic markets, and sectoral schemes, with annual demand projected above 700 Mt and supply constrained by timelines, levies, and CA requirements.
Indonesian authorities identified traces of caesium-137 in 22 facilities near Jakarta following the recall of contaminated shrimp exported to the United States by a local producer.

Sembcorp acquires ReNew’s solar unit in India for $190mn

Sembcorp Industries has signed a purchase agreement to acquire a 300-megawatt solar plant in India, boosting its renewable energy footprint to a total capacity of 6.9 gigawatts.
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Chinese buyers begin negotiations for 2026 thermal coal deliveries, favouring shorter contracts to maintain flexibility in a stable price environment.
The Indonesian government plans to mandate a 10% bioethanol blend in gasoline to reduce fuel imports and support the local ethanol industry.

China’s clean tech exports reach $20bn in August

China set a record for clean technology exports in August, driven by surging sales of electric vehicles and batteries, with more than half of the growth coming from non-OECD markets.
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State-owned PT SMI financed 65% of the Ijen geothermal plant, recently inaugurated, while continuing social responsibility programmes in East Java province.
The Japanese company has completed the first phase of a tender for five annual cargoes of liquefied natural gas over seven years starting in April 2027, amid a gradual contractual renewal process.

Neoen surpasses 3 GWh of storage in Western Australia with Muchea and Collie 2

Neoen has launched construction of its first long-duration battery in Muchea and commissioned the second stage of Collie Battery, bringing its storage capacity in Western Australia to 3,145 MWh.
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Queensland coal producers are struggling to rein in costs, which remain above pre-2022 levels as the impact of royalty hikes and margin pressures continues to weigh on the sector.
Australia refocuses its national biomass plan on agriculture and forestry, excluding green hydrogen and urban waste from eligible feedstocks.

Energy Fuels raises $700mn through convertible notes to support project expansion

Energy Fuels has completed a $700mn fundraising through 0.75% convertible notes, aimed at supporting its rare earth and uranium projects.
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The potential removal by Moscow of duties on Chinese gasoline revives export prospects and could tighten regional supply, while Singapore and South Korea remain on the sidelines.
Uranium deliveries to U.S. civilian operators rose 8% in 2024, while the average price climbed to its highest level since 2012, according to the latest available data.

DRC caps cobalt exports at 96,600 tonnes until 2027

Kinshasa replaces export ban with a quota system covering just half of its output, triggering a price surge and global supply tensions.
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The ASEAN Power Grid enters a strategic phase with renewed support from regional and international institutions to structure electricity trade among member states and secure the necessary investments.
Marubeni Corporation has formed a power trading unit in joint venture with UK-based SmartestEnergy, targeting expansion in Japan’s fast-changing deregulated market.
Qatar will supply China with 3 million tons of liquefied natural gas annually starting in 2025, under a long-term agreement with Shell, reinforcing its position in the Asian and global LNG market.
As part of the Capacity Investment Scheme, Australia aims for 6 GW of new renewable energy capacity to accelerate its energy transition and meet the growing demands of the national electricity market.

HSFO Margins Narrow in Singapore Despite Stable Supply

HSFO premiums in Singapore fall in December as geopolitical tensions and limited demand from Chinese refineries signal persistent volatility in marine fuel markets.
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Australia must cut 15 megatons of its annual emissions to achieve its 43% reduction target by 2030. Investment mechanisms and carbon credits will play a key role in this ambitious effort.
Following an unexpected outage due to a control system issue, Woodside Energy's Pluto LNG site is preparing for a safe resumption of operations, while the neighboring Karratha Gas Plant continues normal activities.

Hartshead Resources explores a new route for its North Sea gas fields

The Australian company Hartshead Resources plans to revise its development plan for the Anning and Somerville gas fields, with an alternative export route now available under new UK fiscal terms.
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At COP29, world leaders established the foundations for carbon markets under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, but major challenges remain regarding integrity, demand, and national implementation.
The French renewable energy producer Neoen adjusts its 2024 adjusted EBITDA forecast downward, as a result of delaying a key asset sale in Australia to 2025.

Namibia: Woodside Energy could join offshore oil exploration in 2025

Namibia's booming oil sector, bolstered by significant discoveries, could welcome Woodside Energy, which holds an option to engage in the offshore permit PEL 87 by May 2025.
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The marine fuel market faces abundant stockpiles and geopolitical tensions. The price gap for low-sulfur fuel oil (LSFO) between Singapore and Fujairah has reached its narrowest point in three months, reflecting limited demand and pressure on margins.
Australia unveils a $1.30/kg tax credit for renewable hydrogen to attract private investment and accelerate the transition to a carbon-neutral economy.

Singapore: Bluefield Revolutionizes Decarbonization with Biochar and Carbon Credits

Bluefield Renewable Energy leverages biochar to transform waste into carbon credits, supporting Singapore's 2050 carbon neutrality goal while bolstering the circular economy and carbon sequestration efforts.
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The British mining giant Anglo American sells its steelmaking coal mines in Australia to Peabody Energy for $3.775 billion, marking its strategic withdrawal from this sector.
Western Australia unveils an ambitious action plan for carbon capture, storage, and utilization (CCUS), supported by $16.9 million in funding, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality while boosting its economy.

COP29: 25 countries commit to ending the construction of new coal power plants

At COP29 in Baku, 25 nations, including the United Kingdom and Australia, pledged to stop building coal power plants. This initiative aims to curb global warming despite a 2% increase in global coal capacity in 2023.
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Incident at Brunei LNG: Controlled Disruption with No Immediate Impact
As the UK’s oil and gas decommissioning expenses reach record levels, the industry struggles to meet its obligations, raising concerns about the viability of the energy transition.

Australia: Santos aims for over 30% increase in oil and gas production by 2027

The Australian energy giant Santos announces major production growth, supported by key projects and carbon storage initiatives, strengthening its position in the Asian liquefied natural gas (LNG) market.
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O.K. Lim, a former oil tycoon in Singapore, has been sentenced to 17 and a half years in prison for a massive financial fraud that defrauded HSBC of $100 million, tarnishing the city-state's commercial reputation.
Indonesia and Japan establish a historic collaboration for carbon credit trading under the Paris Agreement, enhancing transparency and international environmental standards.