ADB and GEAPP Launch ENABLE Platform; Fast-Tracks Battery Storage Adoption in Asia and the Pacific Read more about ADB and GEAPP Launch ENABLE Platform; Fast-Tracks Battery Storage Adoption in Asia and the Pacific News Release on the the launch of the ENABLE platform by the Asian Development Bank and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet to accelerate the deployment of battery energy storage systems in the Asia Pacific region, addressing key barriers to renewable energy integration.
Catalyzing Change Through Regional Strategies and Smart Solutions: A Capacity Development Event for Small Island Developing States in the Pacific Read more about Catalyzing Change Through Regional Strategies and Smart Solutions: A Capacity Development Event for Small Island Developing States in the Pacific The Emerging Areas Energy Sector team of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) hosted four workshops at the Joy Nostalg Hotel in Manila, Philippines. The event brought together policymakers, regulators, utilities, and development partners from ADB’s developing member countries—particularly Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS)—to share knowledge, foster regional cooperation on clean energy transitions, support decarbonization, explore AI applications in power utilities, and provide practical tools and cross-sector insights for effective development interventions.
Global CCUS Development Trend Read more about Global CCUS Development Trend The presentation gives an overview of the role of CCUS in reaching net zero, its current development status, and potential roles for multilateral organizations to support the CCUS project.
Energy and Data – Bridging the Gap Read more about Energy and Data – Bridging the Gap This presentation gives an overview of the role of data in Digital-Physical Integration for a Smarter Energy Industry, focusing on sustainability, digital twins, real-time data, AI and robotics, and consumer empowerment.
Artificial Intelligence in Power: Real World Use Cases Read more about Artificial Intelligence in Power: Real World Use Cases This presentation gives an overview of the real-world use cases of Artificial Intelligence in the power industry, specifically focusing on how AI can be implemented for sustainability monitoring and risk assessment in power plants.
Darren Young Keywords AI data science digital innovation in power and energy sector energy ADB emerging areas Read more about Darren Young Darren has 30 years of experience in IT and telecom, 10 years in management consulting, and 20 years in the industry. He has led strategy work to help define new operating models as well as large-scale technology data and system deployments. Darren takes a client-centric approach, focuses on specific problems and challenges in the client's environment, and looks to address and solve these with particular cases or broader systematic change programs. Darren is a Partner with Baringa Partners LLP – focusing on their Strategy, Digital, and Technology Consulting projects.
Luis Gonzalez Keywords AI data science digital innovation in power and energy sector energy ADB emerging areas Read more about Luis Gonzalez Luis has 25 years of experience leading and developing AI solutions, enterprise software, and digital transformation in the power industry. He has been involved with over 50 customers in Asia Pacific, North & South America, Europe, and the Middle East.
Digital, Data Science, AI: Operationalizing Innovations in/for the Power and Energy Sector Read more about Digital, Data Science, AI: Operationalizing Innovations in/for the Power and Energy Sector The webinar session presented real-world case studies demonstrating the practical applications of data science, AI, and digitalization to power generation and distribution utilities for increased reliability and efficiency in operations and customer service. It also looked into data science and AI for developing markets, with an emphasis on power pricing/trends and how data could support the challenges around better costs.
The Case of ADB’s First Floating Solar Plus Projects in the Pacific Read more about The Case of ADB’s First Floating Solar Plus Projects in the Pacific This presentation is about the regional procurement of ADB's first floating solar plus projects in the Pacific, focusing on projects in Tuvalu and Kiribati, including details on financing, technologies used, and the integration of floating PV with reef growth and coastal protection.
3D Clay Reef Systems - An Innovative Approach to Structural Enhancement and Habitat Rehabilitation Read more about 3D Clay Reef Systems - An Innovative Approach to Structural Enhancement and Habitat Rehabilitation This presentation gives an overview of rrreefs and their focus on regenerating coral reefs using innovative 3D printing technology and clay reef structures to address the global biodiversity crisis and protect coastal ecosystems.