Philippines sees solar energy and hybrid vehicle rise

Southeast Asian countries are promoting electrification and green energy; Vietnam sees continuous investment in its tech industry.Shell and the Philippines’ Nickel Asia to generate 1-3GW renewable energy after 2028According to Reuters, Shell and the Philippines’ Emerging Power have signed an agreement for a solar energy project that will generate at least 1GW. Emerging Power is an energy unit of the Philippine-based nickel ore miner Nickel Asia. The project is expected to complete construction in 2028 and increase capacity to 3GW.Thailand to accelerate EV and EV parts manufacturingAccording to the Bangkok Post, Thailand’s Prime minister said Thailand aims to assemble electric vehicles domestically within a year – earlier than his previous target for 2024. He added that EV batteries, motors, smart charging systems, and other car parts should be manufactured…

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