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Hydro Mini-Grids in the Asia-Pacific: Scaling Inclusive Enterprise-Based Approaches

17 June 2019
An Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2019 Deep Dive Workshop In recent years, there has been a transition to innovative ownership, management and financing models for renewable energy mini-grid development – where the income generated has been sufficient to ensure the financial viability and…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office

Clean Energy Policy, Financing and Innovation: 7th ADB-MOTIE Joint Energy Forum

17 June 2019
An Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2019 Deep Dive Workshop Asia and the Pacific are experiencing massive energy challenges due to an unprecedented increase in energy demand in terms of both scale and speed as well as high dependence on fossil fuels. This trend is likely to continue in the…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office

Afghanistan Infrastructure Trust Fund Financing Partners' Conference

10 September 2018
Partners to the Afghanistan Infrastructure Trust Fund (AITF) partners, ADB, and European development partners met to discuss Afghanistan’s infrastructure needs and financing availability. The conference showcases AITF successes to date and made a case for its pipeline projects and the good they are…
Organizer: Office of Cofinancing Operations

Harnessing Technology to Improve Solid Waste Management

1 August 2018
An app developed by startup company Solu Philippines offers solutions to solid waste management in cities. Matthew Barrie, CEO and founder, Solu Philippines, presented an application that will valorize the collection of waste, and discussed how Solu creates the financial and social incentives for…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office, Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Asia Clean Energy Forum 2018

4 to 8 June 2018
At the Asia Clean Energy Forum 2018, energy experts will address key clean energy challenges, successes, and innovations across Asia and the Pacific. ADB, USAID, and the Korea Energy Agency are organizing the Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2018 with the aim of sharing best practices in policy,…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office

Financing Partners Forum: Megatrends in Asia – Where Collective Development Impact is Vital

3 May 2018
This forum gathered key players and stakeholders from various trade agencies, investment houses, and ADB member countries to discuss megatrends in Asia and where collective development impact is vital. It also tackled the changing priorities of private sector investments, the importance of regional…
Organizer: Office of Cofinancing Operations

Launch of the Asia Regional Trade and Connectivity Fund

2 May 2018
ADB and the Government of the United Kingdom launched the Asia Regional Trade and Connectivity Fund (ARTCF) last 02 May 2018. The fund will assist ADB members in addressing the key challenges they face in improving regional integration. ARTCF will also help ADB developing member countries identify…
Organizer: Office of Cofinancing Operations

Energy Reform Lessons from the French Utility and Transmission Operators

13 March 2018
Energy reforms are necessary to secure energy access for all. In this brownbag session, French utility and transmission operators Electricit de France (EDF) and Rseau de Transport dlectricit (RTE) shared their respective experiences, including lessons drawn from energy reforms in France. EDF…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office

Sustainable Energy for All's Strategy and Approach for Energy Efficiency

26 January 2018
Providing sustainable and modern energy for all sounds ambitious, but it is possible. The global platform, Sustainable Energy for All (SEforAll), empowers leaders to forge partnerships while unlocking resources to make universal access to attain universal energy access. This presentation looks into…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office

Battery Technologies and their Applications

15 January 2018
More and more countries are embracing renewable energy. While there have been benefits and gains, there are still challenges that must be addressed. Excess energy harnessed from renewable sources like the wind and the sun, sometimes go to waste. Fortunately, energy storage systems like batteries…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office