Energy SG Chief Yongping Zhai, in his latest blog, outlines the critical features to help countries transition smoothly and effectively to clean energy without compromising on reliability of supply, universal access, and sustainability.Judicious, comprehensive, and long-term planning entails taking into consideration how countries that have announced net zero emission targets need to set actions for reducing carbon emission intensity in GDP, peaking carbon dioxide emissions, and achieving net-zero carbon emissions.Readily available and dispatchable renewable energy sources will be essential to sustain and ensure supply. Energy systems need to be smart and efficient to allow for the integration of variable renewable sources. Battery energy storage would be essential, but more so would a diversified renewable energy mix be.Decentralized energy systems tailored to end-user demand can help localize disruption in electricity supply, but it requires smart technologies and ICT solutions with effective cybersecurity features to ensure effective system management and control. Regional cooperation and interconnection ensure that renewable energy resources can be brought to where it is wanting. Institutional arrangements such as power supply agreements and high voltage interregional networks can help countries transition together and relatively in step with one another.Full story> https://blogs.adb.org/blog/four-ways-ensure-secure-transition-renewable-energy