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Accelerating the Greening of Transportation: Electric Vehicles, and Sustainable Aviation Fuels

ORGANISER
Energy Market Authority
DATE 24 October 2024
TIME 14:00 - 16:00 hrs
VENUE
Level 4, Orchid Junior Ballrooms
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The transportation sector faces a critical challenge: reducing its significant contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. As concerns about climate change and air quality grow, the world urgently seeks innovative solutions. Transport emissions grew at an annual average rate of 1.7% from 1990 to 2022, faster than any other end-use sector except for industry. The global aviation industry alone accounted for 2% of global energy-related CO2 emissions, having grown faster in recent decades than rail, road or shipping. The potential of Sustainable Aviation Fuels, alongside emerging technologies, to significantly reduce the environmental impact of air travel will be addressed.

By fostering dialogue on these interrelated aspects and the necessary infrastructure and policy frameworks, the roundtable aims to examine a greener transportation future across Asia and beyond. The session will address:

  • Driving the EV Revolution: Examining the rapid growth of electric vehicle (EV) adoption, necessary infrastructure development, and strategies to overcome barriers for widespread implementation in various regional contexts
  • Electrifying the Grid: Exploring the synergies between transportation electrification and the transition to renewable energy sources, including the role of smart grids and energy storage.
  • Charting a Sustainable Path for Aviation: Analysing the potential of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), hydrogen propulsion, and electric aircraft to reduce the carbon footprint of air travel.
  • Fostering Partnerships and Investment: Highlighting the need for collaborative efforts among governments, industry leaders, and investors to accelerate research, development, and deployment of clean transportation technologies.

This session aims to provide a platform for sharing best practices, addressing challenges, and exploring collaborative initiatives to drive a more sustainable and efficient transportation future across Asia.

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Panellists:

  • Naoko Doi, Senior Research Director, Assistant Director, Climate Change and Energy Efficiency Unit, The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ)
  • Douglas Duncan, Head of Strategic Development, Durapower Group
  • Dr Dhivya Sampath Kumar, Assistant Professor, Singapore Institute of Technology
  • Dean Cher, Head, SP Mobility, SP Group
  • Alex Bao Zhuangfei, Head of SEA Region, Zeekr

Moderator:

  • Lee Nian Tjoe, Senior Transport Correspondent, The Straits Times

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This panel would focus on the practicalities and future directions of e-mobility solutions for various transportation segments. The discussion points include:

  • E-mobility beyond passenger cars: Analysing the feasibility of electric buses, trucks, and two-wheeled vehicles in different regional contexts.
  • Infrastructure development for charging networks, including accessibility, affordability, and grid integration considerations.
  • Battery technology advancements: Exploring range anxiety concerns and potential breakthroughs in battery life and charging speed.
  • Second-life battery management: Strategies for responsible recycling and reuse of batteries from electric vehicles.
  • The role of public-private partnerships in building a comprehensive e-mobility ecosystem that addresses affordability, accessibility, and consumer behaviour.


Keynote Presentation

  • Chun Sheng Goh, Programme Officer Bioenergy, International Renewable Energy Agency

Panellists:

  • Chun Sheng Goh, Programme Officer Bioenergy, International Renewable Energy Agency
  • Andy Loh, Commercial Director Southeast Asia, Advario
  • Reed Blakemore, Director of Research and Programs, Global Energy Center, Atlantic Council
  • Sharmine Tan, Regional Sustainability Lead, Southeast Asia, Boeing
  • Roger Charles, Executive Director, Sustainability, Institutional Banking Group, DBS
  • Dr Priyank Lathwal, Energy Specialist, World Bank Group

Moderator:

  • Lee Nian Tjoe, Senior Transport Correspondent, The Straits Times

This panel would delve deeper into the potential and challenges of SAF as a key solution for reducing aviation emissions.

Discussion Points include:

  • The types of SAF and their lifecycle sustainability assessment.
  • Scalability and cost reduction strategies for SAF production and adoption.
  • Policy frameworks and incentives to promote SAF blending mandates and cost-competitiveness.
  • Infrastructure development for SAF production, distribution, and airport integration.
  • Collaboration between airlines, fuel producers, and governments to accelerate the use of SAF.

*Programme is subject to changes.

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