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A framework for the “development, utilisation and commercialisation of energy storage systems” in the Philippines has been passed by the House of Representatives.

LG Energy Solution will keep global battery cell production at around 300GWh in 2026, while increasing its proportion of supply for energy storage system (ESS) applications.

Taiwan-headquartered developer and services provider HD Renewable Energy (HDRE) is targeting further overseas expansion in 2026, with energy storage set to play a major role.  

Four projects have been selected in Peninsular Malaysia’s first programme to build large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) facilities.

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A 100MW/400MWh BESS, the biggest project of its kind by output in Southeast Asia, has been welcomed into operation in Sabah, Malaysia.