Wrap-up: An Inspiring Day 4
Day 4 of SIEW 2023 was a day filled with enriching discussions and inspiring exchange of ideas, all aligned with our ongoing mission to drive the energy transition. Experts from various fields shared their insights and experiences at the first of the SIEW Thinktank Roundtables taking place today.
In addition to the roundtables, we also successfully concluded our partner events — Asia Clean Energy Summit, Future of the Grid, and the Asian Downstream Summit & Asian Refining Technology Conference. These events have brought together key players in the energy industry to explore the latest trends and advancements.
Here are some noteworthy highlights:
Tomorrow, we continue with the final two SIEW Thinktank Roundtables. At the same time, Youth@SIEW is also on the agenda, with Ms Low Yen Ling, Minister of State for Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) & Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, as guest-of-honour.
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SIEW Thinktank Roundtable: Exploring Renewable Energy and Grid Integration – Insights from China and ASEAN
China and ASEAN unite to tackle challenges of renewable energy and grid integration for energy security and innovation.
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Renewable energy and grid integrations are a pertinent concern impacting all Asian economies, including China and ASEAN. Both share common goals revolving around ensuring energy sufficiency, enhancing energy security, and fostering innovation to meet development needs. Read more
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Overheard at: SIEW Thinktank Roundtable C - Low Carbon Technology in Decarbonising the Energy Sector
How carbon management technologies and renewable energy sources can help address the climate change challenge.
The Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) and the US Department of Commerce came together to host a thought-provoking roundtable discussion on "Low Carbon Technology in Decarbonising the Energy Sector". Read more
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SIEW Live Video: Martin Houston, Vice Chairman, Tellurian
Mr Houston shares Tellurian’s key steps to make net zero a reality.
In this SIEW Live video, Martin Houston, Vice Chairman, Tellurian articulates a roadmap that will make net zero a reality. He emphasises three pivotal steps: recognising that diverse countries need tailored solutions, establishing clear government policies, and ensuring the alignment of private sector investments with these policies through the right support mechanisms.
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As Seen At: SIEWConnects Welcome Reception
Attendees continue discussions and solution-finding at the Day 3 evening networking event.
At this free and easy evening session, SIEW 2023 attendees continue to discuss and debate with drinks, nibbles and ideas at hand.
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SIEW Thinktank Roundtable: Charting the Path for South and SE Asia's Energy Transition Ahead of COP28
Discussions on how South and Southeast Asia's energy transition should be addressed at the upcoming COP28.
The Atlantic Council and the Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ) recently hosted a roundtable where energy experts gathered to discuss the energy transition and lay the groundwork for an action plan in preparation for COP28. This is particularly important because the region's average energy demand is expected to triple by 2050, presenting significant challenges in both meeting energy demand and transitioning to cleaner sources. Read more
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Overheard at: SIEW Thinktank on Accelerating Progress on the ASEAN Power Grid 2.0 - Lessons from the LTMS-PIP and Beyond
Insights gleaned from the project one year on, and the path forward for the ASEAN Power Grid 2.0.
As the Lao PDR-Thailand-Malaysia-Singapore Power Integration Project (LTMS-PIP) marked its one-year anniversary in June 2023, this momentous milestone demonstrated the feasibility of importing 100 megawatts of hydropower from Lao PDR to Singapore through a transnational network spanning Thailand and Malaysia. Read more
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Singapore’s Energy Journey Captured in a Drone Light Show at SIEW 2023
If you missed the live broadcast of the drone light show over Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade, here are the highlights.
As part of SIEW 2023, 500 drones flew over Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade for a special drone light show. Witnessed by Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, the drones took audiences through formations depicting Singapore’s energy journey.
In a first-ever for SIEW, the drones formed icons representing key elements of Singapore’s energy transition from LNG and renewables to low carbon alternatives and a regional power grid, emphasising the important pillars in Singapore’s energy transition towards a net zero world.
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SIEW Live Video: H.E. Keo Rottanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, Kingdom of Cambodia
H.E. Keo Rottanak shares how Cambodia is committing to the global efforts towards a net zero world through their core values of care.
In this SIEW Live video, H.E. Keo Rottanak, Minister of Mines and Energy of Cambodia, shares Cambodia’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions and highlights the importance of providing clean, affordable, reliable, and equitable energy solutions. This includes plans to expand renewable energy production by focusing on three main areas.
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Navigating the Dual Challenge of Charting a Sustainable Energy Future in Asia
A focus on strategies needed to propel the region towards a sustainable energy future, while safeguarding energy security and resilience. Lee Mian Rong and Wong Dai Yuan report.
As the energy landscape rapidly transforms, the importance of strategies for managing the dual challenges of energy security and resilience becomes increasingly vital. Simultaneously, there is a growing need to accelerate progress towards a sustainable energy future. Read more
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SIEW Live Video: Francesco La Camera, Director General, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Mr La Camera shares the key steps to making net zero a reality in the lead-up to COP28.
In this SIEW Live video, Francesco La Camera, Director General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), discusses the importance of net zero and how imperative radical and concrete action is needed in achieving it.
He states that IRENA is working closely with the COP28 presidency and global partners toward a global renewable energy target at the conference. Mr La Camera further outlines the measures that governments can take to achieve net zero.
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SIEW Live Video: Giorgio Fortunato, Head of APAC Data Center Energy, Google
Mr Fortunato shares Google’s goal to work towards a clean energy future.
In this SIEW Live video, Google's Giorgio Fortunato, APAC Data Center Energy Head, discusses the company's quest for clean energy. Since 2017, Google has matched its energy use with 100% renewable energy. But it is not stopping there. To decarbonise grids faster and more effectively, Google aims to achieve 24/7 carbon-free energy by 2030.
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Welcome to Day 4 at SIEW 2023
The SIEW Thinktank Roundtables begin at 10am this morning, with the first four roundtables taking place today, and the final two happening tomorrow.
Each SIEW Thinktank Roundtable lasts two hours, and on this first of two days, they'll cover:
There will also be a US-SG Solar Roundtable at ACES, Leaders Roundtable: Translating Net Zero Promises into Action at ADS/ARTC, and a few panels at FOTG, including Empowering Energy and Grid Operations in the Age of AI & Digitalisation.
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