SINGAPORE, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ampotech and Buskowitz Energy are collaborating to help commercial and industrial customers in the Philippines unlock greater energy savings and sustainability through an integrated approach combining energy efficiency, rooftop solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and AI-powered energy management.

The collaboration combines Buskowitz Energy’s solar development, engineering, EPC, PPA and battery storage capabilities while Ampotech provides energy efficiency solutions and its AmpoCloud AI-powered energy management platform, enabling customers to integrate and manage multiple energy assets through a unified platform.

Combining renewable generation with energy efficiency

Under the collaboration, Ampotech identifies commercial and industrial projects where customers can benefit from a combination of energy efficiency measures, rooftop solar PV and/or BESS.

Buskowitz provides the renewable energy and energy storage infrastructure, while Ampotech supports the efficiency side and provides the digital intelligence layer through AmpoCloud.

This integrated approach is designed to help customers move beyond generating renewable energy alone by also improving how energy is measured, managed and optimized across their facilities.

Buskowitz Energy has extensive experience in commercial and industrial solar deployment in the Philippines, with capabilities spanning project development, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC), power purchase agreements (PPAs), and operations and maintenance (O&M).

Over 3 MWp of projects currently in development

Ampotech and Buskowitz are currently working together on 3.3 MWp of solar projects as part of Ampotech’s engagement with PEZA locator companies in the Philippines.

The collaboration is intended to support businesses operating within economic zones as they look for practical ways to manage rising energy costs, increase renewable energy adoption and improve operational efficiency.

Ampotech has been actively working with PEZA and its locator companies to demonstrate how digital energy solutions can support energy efficiency, ESG data management and the integration of distributed energy resources such as solar PV and BESS.

Exploring AI-powered management of existing solar assets

Beyond new projects, Ampotech and Buskowitz are also discussing a separate Proof of Concept (POC) to deploy Ampotech’s distributed energy resource management application across Buskowitz’s existing solar portfolio.

“Solar is an important part of the energy transition, but maximizing the value of a facility’s energy system requires visibility and optimization across on-site generation, storage, and demand,” – William Temple, CEO and Co-Founder of Ampotech.

“Our collaboration with Buskowitz allows us to combine renewable energy deployment with energy efficiency and AI-driven energy management, helping businesses take a more integrated approach to reducing energy costs and improving sustainability.”

The proposed POC would explore how centralized digital monitoring and AI-driven analytics can provide greater visibility across distributed solar assets and support more efficient asset management.

This initiative builds on Buskowitz’s established commercial and industrial solar portfolio and its experience in asset monitoring, performance reporting, technical support, and ongoing operations and maintenance.

“As our solar portfolio continues to grow, we see opportunities to leverage technology and data to improve how we monitor and manage our assets. Through this collaboration, we look forward to exploring how AI-powered analytics can complement our existing capabilities and support more efficient operations as we continue delivering reliable renewable energy solutions to our customers” — James Buskowitz, CEO, Buskowitz Energy

Toward smarter, integrated energy systems

The collaboration reflects a broader shift in how commercial and industrial facilities approach energy management. Rather than treating solar generation, battery storage and energy efficiency as separate initiatives, Ampotech and Buskowitz are exploring an integrated model in which these assets can work together as part of a smarter energy system.

Through the collaboration, the companies will continue to identify suitable projects, develop integrated energy solutions and explore opportunities to apply digital intelligence across existing and new renewable energy assets.

About Ampotech

Ampotech provides intelligence driven energy solutions for commercial and industrial clients in Asia Pacific. With over 10 years of experience developing, deploying, and maintaining AI-enabled internet of things and energy asset solutions in the real estate and renewable energy sector, Ampotech is at the forefront of the transition to an AI-native energy sector. For more information visit our website.

About Buskowitz Energy

Buskowitz Energy is an energy infrastructure company with deep solar expertise. It develops, finances, builds, operates and supplies energy for Philippine businesses under contracts of 20 to 25 years. Founded in 2016, it has delivered more than 300 installations and is financed by international lenders and by institutional infrastructure investors.

Website: www.ampotech.com 

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GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Coinciding with the 140th Canton Fair’s focus on advanced manufacturing and energy transition, CARKU will debut its truck starting and energy storage solution at Hall 10.3 (Booths G33-34 / H13-14) for international buyers. Designed to tackle long-haul trucking’s biggest cost drivers—fuel waste from engine idling and associated emissions, the integrated power ecosystem is engineered to meet the massive energy demands of heavy commercial fleets.

“For over 15 years, CARKU has worked closely with customers to understand the growing power demands of commercial vehicles”, said Lei Yun, Founder of CARKU Technology. “Our dual-purpose LiFePO4 battery addresses these needs by combining reliable engine starting with electric power for truck air conditioning, helping reduce reliance on diesel fuel during stops.“

One-Stop Power Ecosystem: Driving Carbon Reduction and Cost Efficiency

The one-stop truck ecosystem is designed around operational reliability, reduced emissions, and driver comfort. Powered by a dual purpose battery architecture, the system seamlessly integrates 24V power inverter and dedicated parking air conditioner into a closed loop:

On the move: Its ultra-high discharge capability supports reliable engine starting and emergency jump-starting, fully eliminating dead-battery stranded risks for diesel engines.During rest stops: It converts stored DC power into reliable AC/DC output to run cabin cooling and high-power onboard electronics for 12+ hours without engine idling.

This setup delivers a vital dual impact—slashing fuel overhead and TCO for fleet managers, while providing drivers with a quiet, tailpipe-free rest environment.

Flagship Product Portfolio: The Hardware Behind the Ecosystem

To answer the market’s urgent demand, CARKU will showcase three key pillars at Canton Fair 2026:

Carku CBL230D-24V: Headlining the LFP battery series, this dual-purpose battery combines engine-starting capability with deep-cycle auxiliary energy storage.Carku CI2200C-24 Power Inverter: Delivers pure sine wave power for onboard appliances in 24V heavy trucks—combining an inverter, battery charger, and MPPT solar charger into one compact unit.Carku CA2300C-24V-R Parking Air Conditioner: Features a real-time carbon monoxide (CO) monitoring system for driver safety, delivering dual-mode heating and cooling with high energy efficiency during rest stops.

About CARKU

CARKU provides OEM/ODM solutions spanning starting batteries, jump starters, and power stations — Backed by 852 patents and extensive international certifications (including CE, FCC, RoHS, and UL), CARKU continues to drive energy innovation worldwide. For more information, visit https://www.car-ku.com/ or https://www.carkubattery.com/, and follow CARKU on Facebook.

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From Mecca to Borobudur and Luang Prabang, places of religious and cultural significance connect the quarter’s travel stories, while Southeast Asian countries follow their own distinct path.

SINGAPORE, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A sacred site can give a journey its purpose, while a historic town can give it a different pace. Traveloka’s Q3 2026 SEA Index brings that idea into focus: accommodation bookings from Indonesia to Mecca rose by more than half year on year, travelers from Malaysia showed interest in Borobudur, and bookings from Vietnam to Luang Prabang increased.

Across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, the quarter’s findings invite a closer look at what makes a destination worth the journey. Faith and heritage provide the central thread, while cooler climates, seasonal landscapes, and distinctive city experiences give each market its own intentional travel story.

Indonesia: Cool escapes close to home, faith farther afield

Indonesia took to the road, with Wonosobo and Sukabumi leading the way in terms of growth for Indonesia’s domestic market, putting Central Java’s cool highlands in focus as a reprieve from the dry season. Internationally, accommodation bookings to Mecca rose by more than half, with Mecca, Jeddah, and Madinah all among Indonesia’s top ten fastest-rising international destinations.

Malaysia: A neighboring country, centuries of discovery

For Malaysia, a trip to neighboring Indonesia can open a window onto the region’s intertwined religious histories. Interest in Borobudur from Malaysia brings that heritage connection into focus. The Buddhist monument and nearby Prambanan Temple complex offer the foundations of a temple itinerary through Java, with growing bookings to Magelang and Yogyakarta reinforcing the connection. The draw is tangible: centuries of architecture, belief, and storytelling within one regional journey.

Singapore: A change of season, as well as scenery

Melbourne adds a seasonal twist to Singapore’s travel story. Its winter runs from June to August, followed by spring from September, offering a different calendar of experiences for travelers used to year-round tropical warmth. Bookings to the city more than tripled year on year. Alongside Jeju and the East Asian cities filling Singapore’s fastest-riser list, Melbourne puts the appeal of a cool-weather city break in the spotlight.

Thailand: The rainy season has its own attractions

Rain is part of Khao Yai’s appeal. During its June-to-September wet season, forests and grasslands turn lush and waterfalls swell, giving a familiar escape near Bangkok a distinct seasonal character. Its position as Thailand’s fastest-rising domestic destination puts that green-season landscape in focus. Overseas, Chongqing led the international list, offering the very different spectacle of a mountain city and its neon skyline.

Vietnam: An overseas escape at a different pace

In Luang Prabang, heritage is part of everyday life: morning almsgiving remains a daily Buddhist tradition, alongside the former royal capital’s temples and historic streets. For travelers from Vietnam, neighboring Laos offers an overseas escape built around that quieter rhythm. Bookings to Luang Prabang more than doubled year on year from a smaller base. Meanwhile, New York searches rose 152%, showing that a heritage escape close to home and a big-city dream can share the same market’s travel imagination.

These journeys give the quarter a human scale: a temple around which to build an itinerary, a city with a different seasonal rhythm, or a landscape transformed by rain. Beach discovery remains part of that picture too. Phú Quốc led the newcomers to the regional board, outpacing its origin-market booking-growth benchmark in all five markets and cementing its status as a premier Southeast Asia beach destination.

Read the full Q3 2026 Traveloka SEA Index at [www.traveloka.com/en-sg/traveloka-sea-index/2026/q3].

About the Traveloka SEA Index

The Traveloka SEA Index is a quarterly report on travel trends across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, based on Traveloka’s first-party booking and search data. Drawing on flight, accommodation, and activity insights, it highlights destinations gaining momentum, differences between markets, and the places capturing travelers’ interest. The Index helps the travel industry, media, and travelers understand how the region’s travel patterns are evolving. Findings reflect activity on Traveloka; destination rankings focus on booking growth rather than total visitor numbers, while searches are reported separately as a measure of interest.

Q3 2026 data note

This edition covers activity recorded from July 1 – September 30, 2026. Bookings measure transactions, not unique travelers or completed trips; destination activity does not establish individual travel motivations.

About Traveloka

Traveloka is Southeast Asia’s leading all-in-one travel platform, bringing flights, hotels, activities, travel insurance, and eSIM together in a single app. Founded in 2012, Traveloka now operates across Australia, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. With over 140 million app downloads, Traveloka was named Best Travel App at the Sensor Tower APAC Awards. With access to over 2 million hotels worldwide and 24/7 live chat support, Traveloka’s mission is to make travel more accessible and enjoyable for everyone across the region and beyond.

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