Clear Plans, Stronger Grids: Moving ASEAN Toward a Cleaner Energy Future
12 October 2026, Makati City — Discussions at the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) and the 26th ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF-26) held on October 5-9, 2026, highlighted priorities for turning the region’s clean energy ambitions into real progress.
Renewable energy projects need clear rules, predictable approvals, and reliable agreements to attract investment and begin construction. Grids need to grow alongside new energy sources and changing demand, while preparing for climate risks.
Storage also needs a place in the planning. Saving electricity for later and helping the system respond to changes in supply and demand can keep power dependable as more renewables come online.
These investments matter because electricity supports everyday opportunities. It keeps businesses running, helps farmers preserve produce, and enables schools and clinics to serve their communities. Expanding access must go hand in hand with reliability and affordability.
Following through on these priorities can help ASEAN cut emissions while improving lives. Every clean energy project delivered and community better served is a practical step toward net zero.
Together, these priorities can help reduce emissions while improving lives. Progress becomes visible when projects get built, power becomes more dependable, and more people benefit.
For the Race to Zero, these are practical steps toward the future we are working for: a net-zero world where people, businesses, and communities can thrive.
