SIEW Summit

Puah Kok Keong, Chief Executive, Energy Market Authority

Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, Republic of Singapore

Address by: Dr Fatih Birol, Executive Director, International Energy Agency

The Hon. Jennifer M. Granholm, Secretary, United States Department of Energy

Panellists:

• Hon. Dr Doto Mashaka Biteko, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Tanzania

• H.E. Keo Rottanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, Kingdom of Cambodia

• Hon Shane Jones, Minister for Resources, Associate Minister for Energy, New Zealand

Moderator:

• Rachel Kelly, International Sustainability and Climate Correspondent

• Amin Nasser, President and CEO, Aramco

Q&A Moderated by:

• Elizabeth Neo, Presenter, CNA

H.E. Dr Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General, ASEAN

Presented by:

Panellists:

• H.E. Tse Chin-Wan, Secretary of Environment and Ecology, Hong Kong SAR, China

• Francesco La Camera, Director-General, International Renewable Energy Agency

• Pang Xiaogang, President, State Grid Corporation of China

• Wong Kim Yin, Group President and Chief Executive Officer, Sembcorp Industries

• Lim Wee Seng, Group Head of Sustainability and Energy, Institutional Banking Group, DBS Bank

Moderator:

• Rachel Kelly, International Sustainability and Climate Correspondent

This panel sets the stage by discussing the theme of “A Connected and Sustainable Energy World”, exploring how the convergence of connectivity and sustainability is key in shaping Asia’s future energy landscape.

Discussions will focus on the deployment of smart grid technologies, energy storage solutions, and demand-side management to optimise energy usage, enhance grid resilience, and accelerate the integration of renewable energy sources. It will also delve into the policy, regulatory, and investment considerations for fostering a connected and sustainable energy future.

H.E. Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

Yang Mulia Dato Seri Paduka Awang Haji Mohamad Azmi bin Haji Mohd Hanifah, Deputy Minister (Energy) at the Prime Minister’s Office, Brunei Darussalam

Presented by:

Panellists:

• H.E. Geoffrey R. Pyatt , Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Energy Resources, Department of State, United States

• Dr Jean-Christophe Niel, Director General, Institute for Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety (IRSN)

• Jim Gable, Vice President, Innovation and President, Chevron Technology Ventures, Chevron

• Egon van der Hoeven, Vice President Business Development Asia Pacific, ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions

Moderator:

• Kanika Chawla, Chief of Staff, Sustainable Energy for All

The panel will discuss the technological advancements, investment prospects, and policy imperatives driving the widespread adoption of low-carbon energy solutions. The discussion will focus on the viability of low-carbon technologies and highlight the imperative for public-private partnerships, technological advancements in carbon capture and storage, geothermal and nuclear, and international cooperation in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable and resilient energy future.

• The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, Premier of Sarawak, Sarawak Government

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• H.E. Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Under-Secretary General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific

Presented by:

Panellists:

• H.E. Csaba Lantos, Minister of Energy, Hungary

• H.E. Dr Andrew Light, Assistant Secretary of International Affairs, Department of Energy, United States

• Xin Baoan, Chairman, Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organisation

• Thorbjörn Fors, Group Senior Vice President, Managing Director of Asia Pacific, Siemens Energy

• Ong Teng Koon, Managing Director, SP PowerInterconnect, SP Group 

Moderator:

• Paula Conboy, Senior Counsel, Sussex Strategy Group

The panel highlights the significance of regional energy interconnectivity in fostering sustainable collaboration and driving the transition towards a resilient and integrated energy landscape. The discussion will explore various areas including, policy and regulatory, as well as development of flexible cross-border market models, to enhance regional energy interconnectivity.

Presented by:

Panellists:

• H.E. Richard Lochhead, Minister for Business, Scottish Government

• H.E. Dr Ahmed Mohina, First Undersecretary of Strategic Planning, Egypt

• Raymond Poon, Director, Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, Hong Kong SAR, China

• Dick Richelle, Chairman of the Executive Board and Group Chief Executive Officer, Royal Vopak

• Ravi Balasubramanian, Managing Director, Portfolio Development Group, Managing Director, Investment Group, New Energy and Industrials, Temasek

• Meg O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Woodside Energy

Moderator:

• Albert Cheung, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, BloombergNEF

The panel will explore the potential of hydrogen and ammonia as clean energy carriers, their applications in decarbonising various sectors including power generation, and their role in enabling energy storage and grid flexibility. It will also delve into the technological advancements, investment opportunities, and policy imperatives necessary to support the development and integration of hydrogen and ammonia infrastructure.

Keynote Presented by:

Bas Verkooijen, Chief Executive Officer, Advario

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Presented by:

Panellists:

• Mark C. Christie, Commissioner, United States Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)

• Masanori Tsuruda, Deputy Commissioner for International Affairs, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan

• Joseph McMonigle, Secretary General, International Energy Forum

• Takao Tsukui, Executive Vice President, Mitsubishi Power

• Leong Wei Hung, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore LNG Corporation

Moderator: 

• Martin Houston, Senior Advisor, Moelis and Company

The panel will focus on the pivotal roles of renewables and natural gas in the current energy transition, exploring their contributions to decarbonisation, energy security, and economic growth. The discussion will delve into the collaborative integration of these energy sources to achieve, the dual imperatives of emissions reduction and energy reliability, while considering the evolving energy market dynamics, investment opportunities, and regulatory frameworks that support the deployment in sustainable energy systems.

Keynote Presented by:

Miguel Fonseca, Chief Executive Officer, EDP Renewables APAC

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Presented by:

Panellists:

• Maeda Tadashi, Managing Director, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)

• Lavan Thiru, Executive Director, Infrastructure Asia

• Dr Sama Bilbao y León, Director General, World Nuclear Association

• Ramesh Subramaniam, Director General and Group Chief Sectors Group, Asian Development Bank

• Luca Tonello, MD and Chair of Energy and Infrastructure Asia Pacific, SMBC

Moderator:

• Vishal Agarwal, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company

The panel will analyse the impact of carbon pricing, emissions trading schemes, and carbon markets on mobilising investment for low-carbon energy infrastructure. Discussion will focus on the financing frameworks, development of private capital markets, and the role of international development finance to drive the net zero transition.

Presented by:

Panellist:

• Joseph McMonigle, Secretary General, International Energy Forum

• Fahad K. Al Dhubaib, Senior Vice President for Strategy & Market Analysis, Aramco

• Dr Angela Wilkinson, Secretary General, World Energy Council

Moderator:

• Tatsuya Terazawa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan

The closing panel highlights the importance of an inclusive energy transition that prioritises equitable access, community empowerment, and diversity in the energy sector. Discussion will focus on the role of diverse perspectives, inclusive innovation, and community-driven solutions in advancing the energy transition and discussing the potential for inclusive technologies and business models to address energy equity challenges.