ASEAN Centre for Energy

💡[Extended] Call for Proposals! The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) is seeking consultants under the Green Climate Fund-Korean Development Bank (GCF-KDB) Project, particularly in the industry sector: - Consultant of Investment Grade Audit (IGA) in the Industry Sector - Consultant for Industrial Energy Efficiency Technology Assessment in Indonesia’s Pulp, Paper, Food and Beverage, and Textile Sectors - Consultant for Policy and Regulatory Framework Assessment for Energy Efficiency Investment in Indonesia 🗓 Proposal deadline: 11 April 2025 🔗 For more info: https://lnkd.in/g7jyRP3D

Perspective on Women in Energy #6: What are some successful gender-focused renewable energy initiatives in ASEAN that have caught your attention? Why?   Veronica Ayu Pangestika, Officer of the Sustainable and Renewable (SRE) Department at the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), highlights the Gender Toolkit for the Energy Sector released by the Department of Energy (DOE) of the Philippines and the ASEAN RE-Gender Roadmap by ACE as great initiatives that incorporate a gender-responsive approach for RE policymakers. To further advance a gender-inclusive ASEAN energy sector, strengthening gender-specific policies and regulations will be a vital next step for the region.    #ASEAN #ACE #ACCEPTII #Gender #IWD2025

💡 AEO8 Insights: ASEAN is Expected to Achieve Full Electrification by 2030   Did you know? ASEAN is on track to achieve full electrification by 2030, based on current national policy settings. However, universal access to clean cooking remains a long-term challenge, with projections estimating only 87% access by 2050. The 8th ASEAN Energy Outlook (#AEO8), developed by the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), in close collaboration with ASEAN Member States and partners, provides actionable insights and data-driven projections to help ASEAN meet their national and regional energy targets through four (4) strategic pathways.   AEO8 serves as a monitoring tool and strategic guide for energy policy development for the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2026-2030.   🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gjWh8cGy

Message from the Senior Official on Energy (SOE) Leader of Lao PDR    Dr Santisouk Phimphachanh, SOE Leader of Lao PDR and Director General of Department of Policy and Planning, Ministry of Energy & Mines (Laos), joins the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) and the ASEAN Climate Change and Energy Project (ACCEPT) in celebrating International Women’s Day 2025!    As a woman leader in ASEAN’s energy sector, Santisouk recognises the efforts of women in advancing ASEAN’s energy transition. Achieving gender equality is not just about inclusion, it’s about driving progress and unlocking the potential of women in ASEAN’s energy sector. Santisouk encourages everyone to #AccelerateAction in empowering women, bringing forth more innovation, ideas, and diverse perspectives to achieve a just and inclusive energy transition in ASEAN.    Let’s #AccelerateAction together!    #ASEAN #ACE #ACCEPTII #Energy #Gender #IWD2025

Did you know that women only make up 32% of the renewable energy workforce globally?     This gap is driven by multiple factors that need to be addressed in order to fully harness the potential of renewable energy in ASEAN. In this blog by the ASEAN Climate Change and Energy Project (ACCEPT) II Research Assistant, Haningrum Eka Putri Rahayu, recommendations and best practices from countries are explored, outlining pathways on how ASEAN can boost women participation in clean energy transition.     Through policy reforms, gender mainstreaming, and cross-sector collaboration, ASEAN can create a supportive ecosystem where women lead the way—as the heart of ASEAN's energy transition—toward a more sustainable and inclusive energy future.    💡 Read more:   🔗 https://lnkd.in/gzfYTXtj  🔗 https://lnkd.in/gn3SNupe    #ASEAN #ACCEPT #Energy #Gender #IWD2025

📍ASEAN-Japan Energy Efficiency Partnership (AJEEP) Post and Summary Meeting Fiscal Year 2024-2025   The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), in collaboration with the Energy Conservation Center Japan (ECCJ), co-organised the ASEAN-Japan Energy Efficiency Partnership (AJEEP) Post and Summary Meeting under the SOME-METI Work Programme 2024-2025. This hybrid Meeting was held on 5-6 March 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia, and attended by representatives from nine ASEAN Member States (AMS), ACE, and ECCJ.   The meeting aimed to summarise AJEEP activities for the fiscal year 2024-2025, specifically Scheme 4 (development of the Sustainable ASEAN Energy Management Certification Scheme (SAEMAS), Scheme 5 (Carbon Neutrality (CN) promotion), and ECAP (capacity building initiative for Energy Efficiency & Conservation (EE&C)).   The ASEAN-Japan Energy Efficiency Partnership (AJEEP), as part of the ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Energy and Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (SOME-METI) Work Programme for 2024-2025, is a regional cooperation initiative between ASEAN and Japan, implemented by the ACE and ECCJ with financial support from METI. This partnership aims to strengthen the capacity of AMS and reduce disparities in EE&C policies and practices.   🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtxt56mc

📢 ACE Managers on #AcceleratingAction in ASEAN's energy sector   Join our fellow managers of the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) in expressing their pledges and solidarity to #ACEcelerateAction for a more gender-inclusive ASEAN energy sector!   Here are pledges from Dr Zulfikar Yurnaidi, Manager of Energy Modelling and Policy Planning (MPP) Department at ACE, and Rizky Aditya Putra, Programme Manager of Asia Low Carbon Building Transition (ALCBT). Recognising the importance of amplifying the voices of women in ASEAN's energy sector, their leadership reflects a strong commitment to fostering gender-inclusive policies, empowering women's participation, and advancing a just and inclusive energy transition across ASEAN.    ACE, as the Centre, supported by the ASEAN Climate Change and Energy Project (ACCEPT), aims to champion this agenda and #ACEcelerateAction to advocate for a more gender-inclusive energy sector of the region.    Tell us, what's your pledge in #AcceleratingAction?    #ASEAN #ACE #ACCEPT #Energy #Gender #IWD

📍Discussing the 8th ASEAN Energy Outlook (AEO8) and Indonesia’s Power Sector Plan with the Directorate General of Electricity, MEMR Indonesia The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) collaborated with the Directorate General of Electricity’s Library (Perpus Ditjen Gatrik) from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Indonesia in holding “Book Discussion on the 8th ASEAN Energy Outlook (AEO8)” in Jakarta, Indonesia on 19 March 2025. The hybrid event is part of the initiative to raise the public’s knowledge of the AEO8 report, particularly its national relevance, integrated into the Literature Forum program from Perpus Ditjen Gatrik. In the midst of ongoing efforts from the ASEAN Member States to provide energy security, accessibility, affordability, and sustainability, close cooperation between key players in the energy sector is pivotal. The event served as a platform to raise the public’s knowledge of the insights from the AEO8 to understand the energy trends and projection in ASEAN, especially Indonesia. It was also a space to discuss solutions for energy issues, especially electricity sector, in Indonesia. The 8th ASEAN Energy Outlook (#AEO8) is a flagship report from ACE that serves as a monitoring tool and strategic guide for ASEAN’s energy policy development. Read and download the report at go.aseanenergy.org/AEO8. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gk4RKi8g

💡 Did you know that women influence 70-80% of household purchasing decisions? This makes them key drivers of household sustainability, including the adoption of rooftop solar technology.  However, factors such as safety, aesthetics, environmental impact, and clear information play a crucial role in their decision-making process. Addressing these concerns would ultimately make rooftop solar more appealing to women and boost their implementation in ASEAN.  This blog written by Monika Merdekawati, Senior Research Analyst of the Sustainable and Renewable Energy (SRE) Department at the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), explores how women-focused strategies can empower more women to embrace rooftop solar, leading to cleaner, more sustainable future for ASEAN.  🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g_XT4KGS #ASEAN #ACCEPT #Energy #Gender #RenewableEnergy #IWD2025

💡 Out now: Powering Regional Grid Interoperability: The Crucial Role of Transmission System Operators in the LTMS-PIP   Strengthening electricity market coordination, communication mechanisms, and congestion management is essential to enhance collaboration among Transmission System Operators (TSOs) in ASEAN. In response to the growing momentum of power trading under the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) initiative, the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), with support from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) under the Global Power System Transformation (G-PST) Consortium, has developed this technical report. Derived from insights gathered through the Community of Practice (CoP) on Multilateral Power Trading (MPT) within the Lao PDR–Thailand–Malaysia–Singapore Power Integration Project (LTMS-PIP), the report highlights the hands-on experience of the role of TSOs in ensuring the smooth flow of power transfer.   This technical report examines improving coordination and communication among LTMS-PIP TSOs, integrating advanced trading models, and drawing insights from international best practices such as the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) and the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E). It further explores the transition from unilateral to fully MPT, while supporting system reliability and higher renewable energy penetration.   🔗 To find out more: https://lnkd.in/gJAWfs6z ✍ ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE)