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Carbon Pricing in Southeast Asia: Brief

March 20, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre

Southeast Asian countries have been exploring effective ways of introducing carbon pricing in their economies. In 2023, Indonesia launched IDXCarbon, the country’s first official carbon exchange. The Philippines is evaluating the feasibility of introducing an emissions trading system. VietNam announced its plan to pilot an ETS starting in June 2025, with the target of full operation by 2029. This brief summarises the current status of carbon pricing, including the most recent developments; discusses the challenges; and highlights the opportunities for making progress.

EV Technology Pathways for Indonesia: Paper

March 6, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

This paper evaluates the current status and projected evolution of low- and zero-emission vehicle powertrains in terms of cost, emissions, and infrastructure needs in the vehicle segments that account for most of Indonesia’s road transport emissions. By identifying which vehicle technologies offer sufficient emission reductions and any associated technical or economic barriers, this study provides evidence to inform policy decisions about which powertrains to prioritize to meet Indonesia’s net-zero target.

Bioenergy Market in India: Report

February 27, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

Bioenergy is particularly important for India’s rapidly growing energy market. It can strengthen energy security, reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels, create economic development and employment opportunities – especially in rural communities – and contribute to lowering greenhouse gas emissions. India’s ethanol industry has emerged as one of the country’s most successful policy-driven energy stories. This report examines the current supply and demand of liquid and gaseous biofuels in India and their forecasted growth to 2030.

Navigating Energy Transition in Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa: Briefing

February 20, 2026 | Knowledge Center America, Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Knowledge Centre Middle East and Africa, White Papers

Brazil, Indonesia, and South Africa diverge in important ways: Brazil is a net crude oil exporter with a commodity-dependent growth model; Indonesia relies heavily on domestically produced coal but remains a major importer of oil products; and South Africa is a net importer of most fossil fuels and faces a protracted electricity crisis driven by the decline of its coal-based utility system. This briefing provides a snapshot of political economy insights relating to dynamics around energy security in Brazil, Indonesia, and South Africa.

Power Sector Transition in Southeast Asia: Report

February 13, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

The power sector in Southeast Asia is central to the region’s economic development and decarbonization pathway. Accounting for 65 percent of the emissions reductions needed to meet national commitments, the sector presents both substantial transition risks and major investment opportunities. Yet, clean-energy investment in SEA remains insufficient to align with national and global climate goals. This report provides a technical reference to support financial institutions in conducting robust transition assessments of power sector companies in SEA.

Global Electricity Trends and 2030 Forecast: Report

February 13, 2026 | Knowledge Center America, Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Center Europe, Knowledge Centre, Reports

Global electricity demand is forecast to increase at a brisk average annual rate of 3.6% over the 2026-2030 forecast period, supported by rising consumption from industry, electric vehicles, air conditioning and data centres. Half of the world’s electricity is forecast to come from renewables and nuclear by 2030. Although coal generation is set to lose ground globally, it remains the single largest source of electricity in 2030. The Age of Electricity requires a fast and efficient expansion of grids and system flexibility.

Cyber Security for ASEAN Smart Grids: Report

January 30, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

The potential of smart grids, particularly those utilising renewable energy such as solar, wind, and biomass, cannot be overstated. These DERs provide flexibility, reduce transmission losses, and can help mitigate the volatility of energy supply. Nevertheless, as energy grids become more decentralised, the accompanying risk of cyberattacks increases. This research project seeks to address the dual challenge of promoting the use of distributed energy resources while enhancing the cybersecurity of distributed energy systems.

Decarbonising India’s Aluminium Sector: Report

January 22, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

The aluminium sector is hard-to-abate, owing to its high electricity consumption, met by coal-based electricity. Hence, reducing its carbon footprint is vital, not only to support India’s net-zero goals but also mitigate export risks from emerging trade regulations, i.e. the EU’s CBAM. As other nations develop low-carbon technologies & create trade measures based on embedded emissions, India’s aluminium industry is presented with an opportunity to lower its emission intensity to be a global leader in sustainable metal manufacturing. This will also drive India’s clean energy transition in the longer run.

Industrial Transformation in ASEAN: Paper

January 16, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, White Papers

ASEAN countries have set bold renewable and net-zero targets not just to cut emissions but to strengthen energy and fiscal resilience. Implementation, however, remains uneven. This white paper by the World Economic Forum highlights that fragmented governance, high financing costs and divergent national priorities continue to slow progress, leaving a gap between regional ambition and tangible outcome. Closing this gap requires greater alignment, coordination and practical mechanisms for collective action.

Bangladesh’s Energy Efficiency Goals: Report

January 2, 2026 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

In less than a decade, Bangladesh improved energy efficiency by 13.64%, an annual gain of 1.52%. In FY 2023-24 alone, fossil fuel consumption of 7 Mtoe was avoided, slashing import bills by USD3.3 billion. This sustained national effort created a framework for energy efficiency. However, after initial gains from FY 2016-17, progress slowed until FY 2020-21 when energy supply disruptions and higher tariffs made efficiency a priority. Bangladesh is on course to achieve its energy efficiency targets a year early. With households and industry consuming two-thirds of the country’s energy, these sectors should be the focus for greater energy efficiency gains.

Value Chain Decarbonization in Asia: Paper

December 26, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, White Papers

Value chain decarbonization is one of the most complex and significant frontiers of corporate action. For Asia, this challenge is especially significant: the region’s economies are deeply interconnected through trade, manufacturing, and resource and capital flows, making them essential to the world’s collective net-zero pathway. This white paper highlights the opportunities along the value chains of Asian businesses, and outlines the immediate actions enterprises can take, as well as exploring long-term strategies for success.

Socio-Economics of Malaysia’s Energy Transition: Report

December 19, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

Renewable energy employment in Malaysia is projected to quadruple between 2021-2050 under the 1.5°C Scenario. Growth is led mainly by solar and bioenergy. As a major global solar PV manufacturer, Malaysia is well placed to leverage this global shift. Employment in solar is expected to reach around 90,000 jobs by 2030 and 224,000 by 2050, accounting for more than half of total renewable energy jobs. Bioenergy follows closely, with a share of 40.9%. These trends underscore the significance of the sector in Malaysia’s energy transition and suggest potential opportunities in terms of socio-economic benefits.

Coal Transition Impacts in Indonesia : Report

December 12, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

Indonesia released its enhanced nationally determined contribution in 2022—pledging to reduce emissions from the energy sector by 358 MtCO2e by 2030, a target of around 12.5% of the country’s emissions reduction goal. The energy transition will provide access to clean energy, encourage the growth of the green economy, and reduce emissions. However, to ensure the process benefits vulnerable groups, planning and policies must embed an inclusive approach to a just transition in coal mining communities.

Supply Chain Carbon Risks in South Korea: Report

December 4, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

South Korean companies are facing increasing carbon risks along their supply chains as global carbon regulations continue to strengthen. These directives include the International Financial Reporting Standards Sustainability Standards (IFRS S2), the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), as well as voluntary carbon management initiatives across the global tech industry. A growing number of Asian markets, such as Singapore and Hong Kong, have mandated IFRS S2, requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and opportunities.

Korea Energy Policy Review: Report

November 28, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

Korea faces distinct challenges in its efforts to expand renewable energy sources. Factors include the limited amount of available land, the large share of forested areas and high population density. Public opposition to energy infrastructure also leads to delays, resulting in higher costs, which are having a material impact on the location of energy projects. Korea sets out many of its climate and energy policy objectives in strategic plans, which are updated on a cyclical basis. As much of Korea’s climate and energy policy is set out in these non-binding plans, it may be vulnerable to political changes.

Central Asia’s Renewable Energy Investment Ecosystem: Report

November 21, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

Central Asian economies face significant climate-related challenges. This study explores the factors influencing renewable energy investments in Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan), offering an investment promotion program as a pilot to develop a comprehensive strategy for select renewable energy sectors. The research identifies constraints, challenges, and opportunities through extensive data collection, assessing the region’s capacity and potential for renewable energy investments.

China’s Climate Transition Outlook: Report

November 12, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

More than two-thirds (69%) of experts believe China will significantly or partly overachieve its new climate targets for 2035, which aim to reduce emissions by 7-10% compared to peak levels, showing China can indeed achieve much higher reductions. Yet, uncertainty about China’s short-term energy transition and industrial decarbonisation has increased following the announcement of the conservative 2035 NDC targets, amid economic uncertainties and geopolitical volatility.

Unlocking India’s Green Hydrogen Exports: Report

November 6, 2025 | Green Hydrogen, Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

India is at a critical juncture in its clean energy transition, with green hydrogen offering a transformative opportunity to diversify the country’s energy mix and participate in the future of global energy trade. This report identifies key challenges and strategic drivers in India’s export ecosystem of green hydrogen and its derivatives, analysing market demand trends, cost dynamics, and four critical trade enablers: infrastructure preparedness, standards and certifications, strategic partnerships and global agreements, and trade and financial de-risking mechanisms.

Socio-Economics of ASEAN’s Energy Transition: Report

October 30, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, Reports

The transition of ASEAN towards renewable energy is marked by strategic ambitions, shifting policies and complex geopolitics. To maximise socio-economic benefits, ASEAN would therefore need to harmonise regional policies, develop just transition strategies, improve grid inter-connection, develop critical minerals and launch targeted upskilling initiatives, while carefully balancing geopolitical influences from external actors and ensuring equitable and resilient development across all member states.

Bridging Adaptation Finance Gap in Asia: Brief

October 24, 2025 | Knowledge Center Asia, Knowledge Centre, White Papers

Addressing Asia’s climate adaptation finance gap requires a coordinated, whole-government approach to overcome systemic barriers such as limited institutional capacity and misaligned financial instruments. Scaling international public finance – prioritizing grants and other concessional funding is essential to meet commitments under the Paris Agreement and Glasgow Climate Pact. Strengthening local participation and leadership ensures that adaptation finance effectively reaches vulnerable communities, aligning with principles of locally led adaptation.

Category: Knowledge Center Asia

Carbon Pricing in Southeast Asia: Brief

EV Technology Pathways for Indonesia: Paper

Bioenergy Market in India: Report

Navigating Energy Transition in Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa: Briefing

Power Sector Transition in Southeast Asia: Report

Global Electricity Trends and 2030 Forecast: Report

Cyber Security for ASEAN Smart Grids: Report

Decarbonising India’s Aluminium Sector: Report

Industrial Transformation in ASEAN: Paper

Bangladesh’s Energy Efficiency Goals: Report

Value Chain Decarbonization in Asia: Paper

Socio-Economics of Malaysia’s Energy Transition: Report

Coal Transition Impacts in Indonesia : Report

Supply Chain Carbon Risks in South Korea: Report

Korea Energy Policy Review: Report

Central Asia’s Renewable Energy Investment Ecosystem: Report

China’s Climate Transition Outlook: Report

Unlocking India’s Green Hydrogen Exports: Report

Socio-Economics of ASEAN’s Energy Transition: Report

Bridging Adaptation Finance Gap in Asia: Brief

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