The Guidance Note on Large Hydropower Plants has been made public online since 13 February to generate comments from stakeholders in different sectors. The main objective of the note is to support project teams in ADB in the planning, design, and development of large hydropower plants according to the requirements set forth in the (i) ADB Energy Policy 2021, (ii) ADB Safeguard Policy Statement 2009 (SPS 2009), (iii) ADB Water Sector Directional Guide, (iv) ADB Paris Agreement Alignment (PAA) Guidance Note, and the (v) Common Principles of Climate Mitigation Finance Tracking.

On 7th February, ADB held a High-Level Investor Forum in Kuala Lumpur with a Keynote speech by YB Tuan Mohd Rafizi Bin Ramli, Minister of Economy, Malaysia.  The event was part of the broader ADB TA6619 - Marine Aquaculture, Renewable Energy, Reefs and Ecotourism for Ecosystem Services, or in shortform as MARES, that has been exploring how coastal and island states can blend marine renewable energy options with other, multi-function energy uses (from aquaculture to eco-tourism) to more effectively protect and draw bene

This study analyzes the exposure of energy and transport assets in Asia and the Pacific to climate change and earthquake hazards and highlights how multi-hazard assessment can help strengthen the resilience of crucial infrastructure.

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To assure financial and environmental sustainability for Indonesia's power sector, this report proposes restructuring PLN, the country's State Electricity Corporation, and details innovative reforms for stronger governance and regulation.

Download it here: Achieving a Sustainable and Efficient Energy Transition in Indonesia: A Power Sector Restructuring Road Map

This year’s ACEF will be held in-person from 13-16 June at the ADB Headquarters with the theme, Navigating toward a Carbon-Neutral Future through Clean Energy Solutions. The Forum will comprise a diverse set of discussions, including Thematic Track Sessions, Deep Dive Workshops, Spotlight Sessions, Regional Sessions, and Plenary Sessions. The event will once again include informal networking sessions to stimulate that sense of in-person connection that has been missing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A high-level investor forum is scheduled to be held on 7 February in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to discuss project opportunities, constraints, and implementation strategies scalable integrated ocean energy solutions and regenerative business activities in coastal states and communities.

CWRD publishes the CAREC Energy Outlook 2030 that provides critical insights on the region’s energy future by analyzing the energy landscape and market trends in member countries of the CAREC Program, a partnership of countries and development partners promoting regional cooperation for sustainable development.

SDCC OIC Sungsup Ra and Energy Sector Group Chief, Priyantha Wijayatunga will present the guidance note on large hydropower plants at the Across-the-Board Session on 26 January.

This guidebook analyzes India’s plans to use rooftop solar power to boost its renewable energy, explains the benefits it offers, and details why new business models and market mechanisms would drive greater adoption.

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This report shows how efficient carbon pricing instruments can enable countries in Asia and the Pacific to accelerate their transition to affordable, secure low-carbon energy systems and help reach their ambitious climate targets.

Download it here: Carbon Pricing for Energy Transition and Decarbonization