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Sep 2026
Middle East conflict exposes the rising cost of Bangladesh’s gas dependence
While the Iran crisis is exposing the risks of imported fossil fuels, Bangladesh is responding by securing more LNG and doubling down on fossil-fuel infrastructure.
Jun 2026
Japan’s re-sales of US LNG to Asia in 2020-2025 equal the emissions of about 17 coal plants in a year
Key points Japan is one of the world’s largest LNG traders (meaning it buys and re-sells the fuel to other countries). Starting in 2021, Japan...
Jun 2026
Factsheet: Ripple effects 100 days into the Iran energy crisis
Oil and gas disruption is hitting supply chains, global growth and consumer prices – especially in Asia. In response, countries are doubling down on clean energy.
May 2026
The Philippines could avoid 1.7 billion pesos in coal and gas import costs by meeting its 2030 solar target
The Philippines is responding to the energy crisis by fast-tracking over 1.4 GW of renewable energy. By meeting its 2030 solar target, and moving toward renewables in the long term, the country could avoid spending USD 28 million on fossil fuel imports, ensure energy security, and surpass national climate goals.
Apr 2026
Thai households with rooftop solar already save on bills. Raising the net billing cap could mean they save 77% more than households without
As the Iran war pushes up power prices, raising the cap on Thailand's net billing policy will cut household bills and encourage rooftop solar uptake.
Mar 2026
Solar could help Vietnam avoid almost USD 600 million from coal and gas imports, as Iran war drives up energy prices
Vietnam's solar boom means the country has a stronger buffer against rising energy imports prices resulting from geopolitical crises.