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Wednesday 8 April 2026

Chinese energy storage players flock to growing AI data center market in face of fierce domestic competition

Chinese energy storage players are going all in on the AI data center market, as intense domestic competition has caused falling profit margins from traditional storage projects. The booming token economy is changing the role of AI data center energy storage from simply backup power to a core element of computing power.

Wednesday 8 April 2026

Rising gallium costs force price increases across GaAs chip supply chain

Prices for gallium arsenide (GaA) substrates — a key material used in power amplifiers for wireless communications — are rising, driven by surging costs for gallium, a critical upstream metal. After months of sustained increases in raw material prices, industry executives say a reversal appears unlikely.

Wednesday 1 April 2026

Middle East conflict sends petrochemical prices soaring, straining global supply chains

The outbreak of war between the US and Iran in late February 2026 has entered its second month, sending shockwaves through global energy and petrochemical markets. Soaring crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices are cascading downstream, affecting manufacturers across multiple industries.

Tuesday 31 March 2026

Samsung SDI expands LFP cathode supply chain to target US AI data center ESS market

Samsung SDI is actively expanding its lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery material supply chain to capture opportunities in the US energy storage system (ESS) market, driven by growing demand from AI data centers. The company is procuring LFP cathode materials from South Korea's L&F while also investing in Fino through a paid capital increase to strengthen collaboration with CNP Advanced Material Technology.

Monday 30 March 2026

Research Insight: Perovskite solar cells push efficiency beyond silicon limits

At the 2026 Smart City Summit & Expo in Taipei, a new generation of solar technology took center stage.

Thursday 26 March 2026

Nvidia and SLB expand AI infrastructure collaboration with global implications

SLB and Nvidia expanded a technology collaboration to design and deploy modular AI infrastructure and domain-specific models for the energy industry, promising faster deployment, lower costs, and scalable AI tools that could accelerate decision-making across global energy operations, affecting production efficiency, emissions management, and the pace of digital transformation worldwide.

Thursday 26 March 2026

Samsung SDI secures LFP cathode supply to strengthen North American ESS push

Samsung SDI has secured a multi-year supply of LFP cathode materials from L&F, strengthening its North American energy storage system (ESS) strategy and reducing reliance on Chinese suppliers. The deal could influence global ESS supply chains, US regulatory compliance, and competitive dynamics in large-scale battery manufacturing and procurement.

Wednesday 25 March 2026

Tesla prepares to enter India's industrial energy storage market

Tesla is preparing to enter India's industrial energy storage market, according to a job advertisement posted on the company's careers website and reported by Reuters. The listing sought a business development lead in India to "develop and execute a comprehensive market expansion strategy for industrial energy storage solutions." It said the candidate would help shape Tesla's entry into "utility-scale energy storage." The posting did not elaborate on specific plans.

Wednesday 25 March 2026

CATL, BYD drive China's next energy frontier with sodium-ion and perovskite solar

As the rest of the world scrambles to catch up with China in lithium-ion batteries, Chinese companies are already pushing into new frontiers — racing to scale up sodium-ion batteries while simultaneously betting big on next-generation solar technology.

Tuesday 24 March 2026

Taipower activates response plan to secure power as US-Iran war disrupts energy

As the US-Iran military conflict enters its fourth week, global energy supply and electricity dispatch have drawn heightened attention. Taiwan's state-owned power provider, Taiwan Power Company (Taipower), said it is closely monitoring international developments and has formulated a comprehensive response plan — one that includes strengthening generator maintenance, flexibly managing hydropower resources, and promoting demand-side management to ensure a stable domestic power supply.

Tuesday 24 March 2026

India outlines strategic roadmap to reach 1,121GW power capacity by fiscal 2035-2036

The Government of India, through the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), has released the National Generation Adequacy Plan (2026-27 to 2035-36), detailing a comprehensive roadmap to ensure a reliable and sustainable power supply for the next decade. The plan addresses the projected peak electricity demand of 459 GW and an annual energy requirement of 3,365 billion units (BU) by 2035-36.

Tuesday 24 March 2026

Crude oil price rise ripples through automotive supply chain, squeezing parts makers

Global crude oil prices have swung higher in recent weeks, sending ripples through energy markets that are now coursing swiftly into downstream manufacturing. Few sectors have felt the impact as acutely as auto parts. Modern vehicle production depends heavily on petroleum-derived inputs — from engineering plastics and synthetic rubber to chemical coatings — and the steady climb in feedstock costs is tightening pressure across the automotive supply chain.

Friday 20 March 2026

India's Reliance signs 15-year green ammonia offtake deal with Samsung C&T

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has signed a binding long-term supply and purchase agreement (SPA) with Samsung C&T Corporation for the supply of green ammonia over 15 years, commencing in the second half of fiscal year 2029. Valued at more than US$3 billion, RIL describes it as one of the largest binding green ammonia offtake agreements in the world.

Wednesday 18 March 2026

HD Renewable Energy deepens presence in Japan's power market with 50MW Hokkaido energy storage project

Japan's 25th Smart Energy Week is taking place in Tokyo, where HD Renewable Energy (HDRE) showcased three major solutions: energy storage integration, electricity trading, and charging operations. The company stated that its target in the Japanese market is to develop 3 GW, and that its Helios 50MW storage project in the Hokkaido region has already begun trading on the electricity market.

Tuesday 17 March 2026

Inter Battery 2026: Global battery market still centered on LFP

Rapid growth in global electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage demand is accelerating shifts in the battery industry landscape. South Korea's three major battery makers, LG Energy Solution (LGES), SK On, and Samsung SDI, are facing pressure from Chinese competitors whose advantages in production capacity, cost, and market share continue to expand. At Inter Battery 2026, the Korean companies highlighted their respective technological strengths as they seek to maintain competitiveness.

Monday 16 March 2026

India's 2026 budget targets semiconductor supply chain with five-year tax exemptions and near-zero import duties

India's Union Budget 2026 has introduced a comprehensive set of tax exemptions and duty-free incentives aimed at securing a larger share of the global technology supply chain, though the measures hold particular relevance for semiconductor and electronics manufacturers.

Saturday 14 March 2026

South Korean battery makers charge up InterBattery 2026 with solid-state push

South Korea's leading battery makers showcased next-generation solid-state battery technologies at InterBattery 2026 as the industry pivots to new technologies amid slowing overall market growth. Major battery manufacturers are targeting mass production of solid-state batteries between 2027 and 2029, making product maturity and performance demonstrations the key highlights of this year's exhibition.

Tuesday 10 March 2026

Middle East conflict fuels energy crisis, Taiwan's summer power supply at risk

The large-scale bombings and attacks launched by the US and Israel against Iran have caused significant civilian casualties. With Iran carrying out retaliatory actions, the conflict could trigger a global energy crisis.

Tuesday 10 March 2026

TCC chair flags resource war risk as US-Iran tensions rattle energy markets, sees silver lining in China's green push

As tensions escalate between the US and Iran, global energy markets have grown increasingly volatile, sending crude oil prices above US$100 per barrel. Nelson An-ping Chang, chairman of Taiwan Cement Corporation (TCC) Group Holdings, warned that if the Middle East conflict drags on, it could evolve into a resource-draining war, driving up energy costs, fueling inflationary pressures, and disrupting supply chains across the global economy.

Tuesday 10 March 2026

SAS Group leverages semiconductor and energy synergy from space tech to net zero

Amid a global supply chain restructuring and energy transition, Sino-American Silicon Products (SAS) has expanded into three major sectors: semiconductors, automotive electronic components, and renewable energy. In 2025's volatile market, SAS's subsidiaries—including GlobalWafers and affiliates Taiwan Specialty Chemicals (TSC), Actron Technology (ATC), and Advanced Wireless Semiconductor Company (AWSC)—have successfully secured profits in advanced processes and AI applications through technological collaboration.

Sunday 8 March 2026

Applied Materials VP warns AI growth may hit energy, not chip limits

AI is rapidly driving global computing demand and accelerating semiconductor industry growth. Applied Materials vice president Erix Yu expects the semiconductor market to reach US$1 trillion in revenue in 2026—earlier than previous forecasts.

Saturday 7 March 2026

SmartGreen's energy tech wins CA$860M Grid Vici deal in Canada

Wire and cable maker Hotron Precision Electronic Industrial's subsidiary, SmartGreen Solution, signed a long-term partnership with Canadian company Grid Vici on March 5, 2026. From June 2026 to December 2030, SmartGreen will serve as Grid Vici's exclusive manufacturing supplier, securing orders valued at up to NT$20 billion (US$630 million) over 3-5 years. Shipments are expected to begin in 2026.

Friday 6 March 2026

Hormuz tensions test Taiwan's energy security as government scrambles to shield chip industry

While the global economy pins its growth hopes on the rapid scaling of artificial intelligence (AI), the physical foundation of that technology is currently facing an existential threat in the narrow seaways of the Persian Gulf.

Thursday 5 March 2026

Taiwan weighs power controls for AI data centers as compute push tests grid capacity

Taiwan is exploring regulatory measures to manage the rising electricity demand from AI computing infrastructure, even as the government rolls out incentives to accelerate the sector's development.

Wednesday 4 March 2026

Taiwan fortifies emergency energy defenses as Middle East tensions disrupt LNG supply

Rising tensions between the US and Iran have rattled global energy markets, exposing new vulnerabilities in Middle East supply chains. After drone attacks forced QatarEnergy to suspend liquefied natural gas (LNG) production, Taiwan's energy authorities moved swiftly to safeguard domestic supply, activating contingency plans to cushion against potential disruptions.

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