Asia news and trends: Thai government approves $1 billion battery plant

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Thai government approves $1 billion battery plant

In its first ASEAN operation, China’s Sunwoda Electronic will produce EV batteries and energy storage systems in Chonburi province. ESG News

India to pump $4 billion into critical minerals

The investment aims to bolster domestic production and minimize imports of key elements for clean technologies. Eco-Business

China’s Xpeng drives into Indonesian market

The EV maker plans to produce two models in Indonesia by the end of 2025. Clean Technica

IFC $250 million bump for green shipping

The private lending arm of the World Bank, earmarks funds for India’s efforts to green its maritime infrastructure. Economic Times

Indonesia updates regulations to support renewables

New rules aim to clarify PPAs for renewable energy sources and drive more investment to the sector. Indonesia Business Post

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Kari Huus

Kari Huus is a writer and editor based in Seattle. She was a staff reporter for MSNBC.com from 1996-2014, with stints covering international business, foreign policy, and national affairs. Earlier, she reported on China for the Far Eastern Economic Review in Hong Kong, and Newsweek in Beijing. From 2015 to 2020, she was managing editor for the website Money Talks News.