ACEF 2025 Full Agenda

Agenda for ACEF 2025 - Monday, 2 June
MORNING SESSION
9:00 AM-10:30 AM (GMT+8)

Early Registration and Open Networking
10:30-11:00 AM Break
MORNING SESSION
11:00 AM-12:30 PM (GMT+8)

Early Registration and Open Networking
12:30-2:00 PM Lunch
AFTERNOON SESSION
2:00-3:30 PM (GMT+8)

Pre-Forum Event and ADB on the Ground

Coming Soon
3:30-4:00 PM Break
AFTERNOON SESSION
4:00-5:30 PM (GMT+8)

Pre-Forum Event and ADB on the Ground

Coming Soon
6:00-8:00 PM (GMT+8) OPEN

LEGEND

Thematic Track 1: Technological Innovation Deep Dive Workshop
Thematic Track 2: Regional Power Trade & Market Integration Plenary
Thematic Track 3: Energy Efficiency Spotlight Session
Thematic Track 4: Private Sector and Partnership Financing Operations Session
Pre-Forum Event
Agenda for ACEF 2025 - Tuesday, 3 June
MORNING SESSION
9:00 AM-10:30 AM (GMT+8)

Opening Plenary:

Power Trade Empowering the Region’s Clean Energy Future – Improving Supply, Access, and Innovation

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10:30-11:00 AM Break
MORNING SESSION
11:00 AM-12:30 PM (GMT+8)

Opening Plenary:

Power Trade Empowering the Region’s Clean Energy Future – Improving Supply, Access, and Innovation

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12:30-2:00 PM Lunch
AFTERNOON SESSION
2:00-3:30 PM (GMT+8)

Thematic Track Session 1.1:

Improving Access to Clean Energy Solutions

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Thematic Track Session 2.1:

Regional Energy Planning and Grid Integration

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Thematic Track Session 3.1:

Smart Utilities – Demand Flexibility & Grid Optimization

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Thematic Track Session 4.1:

Innovative Financing Mechanisms

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3:30-4:00 PM Break
AFTERNOON SESSION
4:00-5:30 PM (GMT+8)

Thematic Track Session 1.2:

Inclusive Clean Energy for All

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Thematic Track Session 2.2:

Building Regional Infrastructure for Seamless Power Trade

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Thematic Track Session 3.2:

Improving Energy Efficiency in Building

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Thematic Track Session 4.2

De-Risking Clean Energy Investments

Coming Soon
6:00-8:00 PM (GMT+8)

WELCOME RECEPTION SPONSORED BY ADB
[ADB Staff Hub]

LEGEND

Thematic Track 1: Technological Innovation Deep Dive Workshop
Thematic Track 2: Regional Power Trade & Market Integration Plenary
Thematic Track 3: Energy Efficiency Spotlight Session
Thematic Track 4: Private Sector and Partnership Financing Operations Session
Pre-Forum Event
Agenda for ACEF 2025 - Wednesday, 4 June
MORNING SESSION
9:00 AM-10:30 AM (GMT+8)

Spotlight Session

Strategies and Synergies to Overcome Challenges and Realize SDG7
(ADB, UNESCAP, SEAS, SEforALL, WB-ESMAP)

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Deep Dive Workshop

Resilient Energy Systems Against Extreme Weather Events
(ADB)

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Deep Dive Workshop:

ASEAN Power Grid: Economic Impact, Energy Security, and Climate Resilience
(ADB)

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Operations Session

Powering CWRD and Beyond: Green Corridors for a Connected Future
(ADB Central West & East Asia)

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Operations Session

Innovative Cross-Sector Clean Energy Integration and Management in South Asia
(ADB South Asia)

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10:30-11:00 AM Break
MORNING SESSION
11:00-12:30 PM (GMT+8)

Spotlight Session

Strategies and Synergies to Overcome Challenges and Realize SDG7
(ADB, UNESCAP, SEAS, SEforALL, WB-ESMAP)

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Deep Dive Workshop

Resilient Energy Systems Against Extreme Weather Events
(ADB)

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Deep Dive Workshop:

Seamless Power, Stronger ASEAN: Enabling ASEAN Power Grid Connectivity
(ADB)

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Operations Session

Powering CWRD and Beyond: Green Corridors for a Connected Future
(ADB Central West & East Asia)

Coming Soon

Operations Session

Powering South Asia’s Clean Energy Future: Regional Cooperation and Integration in the Energy Sector
(ADB)(ADB South Asia)

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12:30-2:00 PM Lunch
AFTERNOON SESSION
2:00-3:30 PM (GMT+8)

Spotlight Session

Interregional Connectivity
(ADB, GMS, SASEC, CAREC)

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Deep Dive Workshop

Towards a Cleaner Future: Accelerating Global Cooperation and Innovation for Sustainable Energy
(ADB, Korea Energy Agency)

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Deep Dive Workshop:

Doubling Down to Triple Up: HTLS Conductors for Improved Grid Efficiency and Grid Security
(ADB)

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Operations Session

Unlocking Financing for Private Investment in Clean Energy Projects
(ADB/PSOD)

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Operations Session

Decarbonizing the Energy Sector: The Role of ADB’s Energy Transition Mechanism and Partnerships
(ADB Energy Transition Mechanism & Partnerships)

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3:30-4:00 PM Break
AFTERNOON SESSION
4:00-5:30 PM (GMT+8)

Spotlight Session

Interregional Connectivity
(ADB, GMS, SASEC, CAREC)

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Deep Dive Workshop

Towards a Cleaner Future: Accelerating Global Cooperation and Innovation for Sustainable Energy
(ADB, Korea Energy Agency)

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Energy Policy Review

(CSO/NGO Consultation

Operations Session

Risks and Challenges for New Clean Energy Technologies in DMCs
(ADB/PSOD-KKR-DLA)

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Operations Session

Decarbonizing the Energy Sector: The Role of ADB’s Energy Transition Mechanism and Partnerships
(ADB Energy Transition Mechanism & Partnerships)

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6:00-8:00 PM (GMT+8) NETWORKING RECEPTION
(Sponsored by TBD)
[ADB Staff Hub]

LEGEND

Thematic Track 1: Technological Innovation Deep Dive Workshop
Thematic Track 2: Regional Power Trade & Market Integration Plenary
Thematic Track 3: Energy Efficiency Spotlight Session
Thematic Track 4: Private Sector and Partnership Financing Operations Session
Pre-Forum Event
Agenda for ACEF 2025 - Thursday, 5 June
MORNING SESSION
9:00-10:30 AM
(GMT+8)

Thematic Track Session 1.3:

Advancements in Renewable Technologies

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Thematic Track Session 2.3:

Enhancing Regulatory and Policy Frameworks for Power Trade

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Thematic Track Session 3.3:

Enhancing Efficiency in Manufacturing and Industry

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Thematic Track Session 4.3:

Building Expertise for Clean Energy Investments

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10:30-11:00 AM Break
MORNING SESSION
11:00-12:30 PM
(GMT+8)

Thematic Track Session 1.4:

Unlocking Potential Emerging Energy Resources

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Thematic Track Session 2.4:

Advancing Renewable Energy Integration

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Thematic Track Session 3.4:

Scaling up ESCOs and Cooling Efficiency

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Thematic Track Session 4.4:

Strengthening Regulatory Frameworks and Policy for Clean Energy Investments

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12:30-2:00 PM Lunch
AFTERNOON SESSION
2:00-3:30 PM
(GMT+8)

Deep Dive Workshop

Holistic Approaches to Integrated Energy System Planning: Bridging Technology, Policy, and Sustainability
(ADB, CCG, IAEA, UNESCAP)

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Deep Dive Workshop

Integrated Net-Zero Solutions in Infrastructure Development
(ADB, PRC)

Coming Soon

Operations Session:

Boosting Asia-Pacific Growth: Strengthening Critical Minerals Value Chains for Sustainability and Resilience
(ADB Energy Transition and Private Sector Operations)

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Operations Session:

Maximizing Economic Impact and Unlocking Economic Resilience through Cross-Sector Solutions/Azul Rubik
(ADB Emerging Areas)

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Operations Session:

Medium- and Long-Term Planning Direction for Sustainable Energy Security in Southeast Asia Region
(ADB Southeast Asia and Pacific)

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3:30-4:00 PM Break
AFTERNOON SESSION
4:00-5:30 PM
(GMT+8)

Deep Dive Workshop

Holistic Approaches to Integrated Energy System Planning: Bridging Technology, Policy, and Sustainability
(ADB, CCG, IAEA, UNESCAP)

Read More

Deep Dive Workshop

Integrated Net-Zero Solutions in Infrastructure Development
(ADB, PRC)

Coming Soon

Operations Session:

Accelerating Energy Transition in the ASEAN: Role of AZEC
(ADB, METI, ERIA)

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Operations Session:

Biodiversity & Nature in Energy Infrastructure
(ADB Emerging Areas)

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Operations Session:

Medium- and Long-Term Planning Direction for Sustainable Energy Security in Southeast Asia Region
(ADB Southeast Asia and Pacific)

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LEGEND

Thematic Track 1: Technological Innovation Deep Dive Workshop
Thematic Track 2: Regional Power Trade & Market Integration Plenary
Thematic Track 3: Energy Efficiency Spotlight Session
Thematic Track 4: Private Sector and Partnership Financing Operations Session
Pre-Forum Event
Agenda for ACEF 2025 - Friday, 7 June
MORNING SESSION
9:00 AM-10:30 AM (GMT+8)

Deep Dive Workshop

Digital Innovations for Just Energy Transition
(ADB, GIZ)

Coming Soon

Deep Dive Workshop

(METI)

Coming Soon

Deep Dive Workshop

Inclusive Clean Energy Solutions in South Asia: Reflections from Past Experiences and Lessons for the Future
(University of Melbourne)

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Deep Dive Workshop

Marine Renewable Energy – Role of Offshore Wind in Catalyzing Sustainable Development
(ADB, GWEC)

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Deep Dive Workshop

(TEPCO)

Coming Soon
10:30-11:00 AM Break
MORNING SESSION
11:00 AM-12:30 PM (GMT+8)

Deep Dive Workshop

Digital Innovations for Just Energy Transition
(ADB, GIZ)

Coming Soon

Deep Dive Workshop

(METI)

Coming Soon

Deep Dive Workshop

(Gender)

Coming Soon

Deep Dive Workshop

Energy Storage: Accelerating Clean Energy Transition in Southeast Asia – The Role of BESS and the ENABLE Platform
(ADB, GEAPP)

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Deep Dive Workshop

A Flexible and Distributed Power System: Storage, Grids, and Interconnectors
(ADB, UK Government, ETP)

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12:30-2:00 PM Lunch
AFTERNOON SESSION
2:00-3:30 PM (GMT+8)

Closing Plenary:

Regional Infrastructure Financing: Public–Private Partnership and Private Sector Opportunity

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3:30-4:00 PM Break
AFTERNOON SESSION
4:00-5:30 PM (GMT+8)

Closing Plenary:

Regional Infrastructure Financing: Public–Private Partnership and Private Sector Opportunity

Coming Soon

LEGEND

Thematic Track 1: Technological Innovation Deep Dive Workshop
Thematic Track 2: Regional Power Trade & Market Integration Plenary
Thematic Track 3: Energy Efficiency Spotlight Session
Thematic Track 4: Private Sector and Partnership Financing Operations Session
Pre-Forum Event

ADB = Asian Development Bank, ASEAN = Association of Southeast Asian Nations, AZEC = Asia Zero Emissions Community, BESS = battery energy storage system, CAREC = Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation, CCG = Climate Compatible Growth, CSO = civil society organization, ENABLE = Enhancing Access to BESS for Low-Carbon Economies, ERIA = Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia, ETP = Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership, GEAPP = Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, GIZ= Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, GMS = Greater Mekong Subregion, GWEC = Global Wind Energy Council, HTLS = high-temperature low-sag, IAEA = International Atomic Energy Agency, METI = Japan Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, PRC = People’s Republic of China, SEAS = Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore, SASEC = South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation, SEforALL = Sustainable Energy for All, TEPCO = Tokyo Electric Power Company, UNESCAP = United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, WB-ESMAP = World Bank Energy Sector Management Assistance Program