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Connecting ASEAN through a shared energy future

Future-proofing Southeast Asia's power grid could contribute to $25b in GDP annually.

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Connecting ASEAN through a shared energy future

Future-proofing Southeast Asia's power grid could contribute to $25b in GDP annually.

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Coal power generation market: A realm of innumerable opportunities

Asia Pacific consumed 48.9% of coal energy in 2022 and is a great storehouse of coal resources.

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Japan power sector developments suggest dwindling prospects for ammonia co-firing

There is little evidence to suggest ammonia co-firing offers an economically feasible path to decarbonisation.

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Sailing the future of ASEAN carbon shipping

If ASEAN successfully develops this carbon transport hub, the implications extend far beyond its borders.

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Financing the future: How blended finance is powering Southeast Asia’s clean energy transition

Blended finance tools are emerging as critical enablers in Southeast Asia’s energy transition.

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Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship: Catalyst for the ASEAN Power Grid’s breakthrough

Accelerating the ASEAN Power Grid is crucial for ensuring ASEAN’s sustainable energy future and economic growth.

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Boosting RE through APG: Malaysia and Indonesia's next move in pursuing cross-border interconnection

The ASEAN Power Grid Project No. 4 has been one of the regional priorities since the first AEPEC in 1999.

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Indonesia’s energy crossroads: Turning ambition into action

The Indonesian government has articulated ambitious targets, including achieving net-zero emissions by 2060.

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India’s energy crossroads: Why the power sector must focus on infrastructure modernisation and system resilience

Ambitious clean energy targets won’t be met without addressing the vulnerabilities in ageing power systems and infrastructure.

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Exploring clean, renewable energy sources to meet Southeast Asia’s energy demands

Is Southeast Asia's current energy infrastructure ready to support the increasing demand of the digital economy?

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Navigating risk strategies for decommissioning traditional power plants

As the energy sector continues its evolution, operators must proactively approach risk mitigation strategies.

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Is Northeast Asia set to lead the second surge of floating offshore wind?

The Northeast Asian markets are starting to move with South Korea taking a lead.

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Beyond the grid: What is really driving smart cities in today’s energy transition

Smart grids act as the essential "backbone" of the energy infrastructure that powers every facet of a smart city.

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Offshore wind power needs Singapore’s expertise as Asia’s reliance on fossil fuels rises

Opportunities abound for Singapore’s financial hub to play a key role in developing strategic investments and partnerships that are crucial to the region's renewable energy ambitions.

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South Korea needs to accelerate renewable energy adoption to fuel Artificial Intelligence and semiconductor sectors

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has predicted that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data centers will sharply increase the demand for renewable power. The net increment of renewable power generation for AI will likely triple to 262 terawatt-hours (TWh) by 2026 compared to 2023, and the share of AI demand in renewable power generation is expected to double to 17.9%.

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Carbon Capture and Storage: The bold path forward for ASEAN

Fossil fuels make up 83% of ASEAN energy mix. With energy needs expected to triple by 2050 compared to 2020 levels, the urgency for a low-carbon transition is clear. Nine ASEAN countries have committed to reaching net zero or carbon neutrality by mid-century.

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Exploring carbon pricing revenue recycling for securing raw materials of biomass co-firing in ASEAN

Without any mitigation measures, the energy demand of ASEAN in 2050 is projected to increase by triple the 2020 value due to the population and economic growth of the region. Coal is projected to account for the significant shares for approximately 43% and 22% of the total ASEAN’s electricity generation and primary energy supply in 2050, respectively.

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