South Korea Enacts Vehicle Restrictions Amid Iran-Driven Fuel Crisis
South Korea enforces vehicle restrictions as Iran’s fuel supply cuts trigger Asia-wide energy shortages. Experts warn of prolonged crisis impacting global markets.
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China Maintains Global Wind Power Lead for 15th Consecutive Year
China’s wind power capacity leads globally for 15 years, with 2026 targets set to bolster renewable energy growth and cross-strait cooperation.
Alarm Halts Restart of Japan’s Largest Nuclear Plant
An alarm halted operations at Japan’s Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant during its first restart since 2011, raising safety concerns as investigations continue.
China Urges Japan to Address Nuclear Water Leak Safety Concerns
China urges Japan to clarify radioactive water leak at Fugen plant, highlighting nuclear safety concerns amid ongoing decommissioning challenges.
Shaping the Future of Energy: Asia’s Leading Role in Global Dynamics
Asia is at the forefront of global energy transformation, with China leading in clean energy innovation. From hosting major energy summits to advancing green hydrogen technology, Asia is shaping a sustainable energy future.
Asia’s Battery Recycling Industry Poised for Rapid Growth After 2025
Asia’s battery recycling industry is set for rapid growth after 2025, driven by EV scrappage demand, policy incentives, and strong demand for recycled products.
UN Report: Global Energy Access Reverses for First Time in a Decade
A UN report reveals that global progress on basic energy access reversed in 2022 for the first time in a decade, posing significant challenges to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7).