Clean Energy in the Pacific: Will Cheap Oil Stall Investment?
At this week’s Asian Clean Energy Forum 2015, many speculated about how current low oil prices may affect investments in renewable energy across the region. In the Pacific, the impact may less than expected.
Clean Energy Predictions for 2018 – And Why I was Wrong About 2017
The next 12 months are likely to bring us closer to a new era of renewable energy, much faster than I predicted a year ago.
Climate of Uncertainty: Five Ways Countries Can Achieve a Just Energy Transition During Turbulent Times
As countries grapple with soaring energy costs and conflict, they must harmonize security, equity, and sustainability for an equitable transition to a low-carbon economy.
Climate Solutions: Three Paths to Expanding Investment in Green Hydrogen Energy
The use of green hydrogen could be a critical factor in addressing climate change but policymakers, industry leaders and investors need to fund essential infrastructure and encourage research and development.
Close to the Grid but Far Away from Accessing its Power
We learn the story of a Kyrgyz small business that could benefit tremendously from off-grid electricity.
Coming to Terms with Battery Storage for Renewable Energy
Kelly Hewitt, an ADB Principal Energy Specialist with more than 25 years of experience in gas market regulation and reform, energy efficiency, climate mitigation, and renewable energy, defines key terms related to battery storage for renewable energy.
COVID-19 is an Opportunity to Re-Tool the Health Sector’s Energy Supply
The pandemic reinforces the need for reliable energy services to support healthcare. Clean, renewable power is a good place to start.
Crystal Clear: Asia’s Cities are Finding Innovative Ways to Clean Their Skies
In cities across Asia, air pollution levels are reaching alarming levels. There are workable solutions to cleaning up the air of the region’s urban areas but it will require resolve and innovation.
CTF Report Card Shows Progress on Promoting Clean Energy in Asia
The 2015 Clean Technology Fund progress report hails ADB-administered projects in Indonesia, Thailand and Viet Nam.
Debunking 3 Myths on Energy SOE Reform in Central Asia, South Caucasus
SOE reforms in the energy sector should be time-bound, and focus on accountability and performance.