The Asia Climate Finance Podcast
The podcast is a journey into the multifaceted world of climate business and finance trends in Asia. Featuring experienced experts and hosted by author, analyst, and investor Joseph Jacobelli, the non-profit podcast, delves into the latest trends and challenges, empowering listeners to navigate Asia’s ever-evolving sustainability and decarbonisation landscape.
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- StandardSummaries onlyEp86 How China is Building a Global Carbon Market with Jeff Huang, AEX Markets
Published Jun 9, 2026
Jeff HuangComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comChina's carbon market is already the world's largest, and it's about to get far more complex. Leading market expert Jeff Huang has a front-row seat to what's coming: absolute emissions caps replacing the old intensity targets, carbon auctioning arriving in steel, cement and aluminium, and Hong Kong quietly positioning itself as the trading hub that connects all of it to global markets. If you're watching how carbon pricing shapes capital flows and CBAM complianc
- StandardSummaries onlyEp85 Sustainable Aviation Fuel’s Supply Chain Gap with Tan Chong Yee, Flyoro
Published May 27, 2026
Chong Yee TanComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode, Tan Chong Yee, Chief Financial Officer of FlyORO Technologies, joins us to unpack the critical logistics and funding mechanisms needed to scale sustainable aviation fuel across the Asia-Pacific region. We explore how innovative distributed blending infrastructure solves last-mile supply chain bottlenecks and helps bend the jet fuel cost curve. Climate finance and business professionals will gain valuable insights into derisking capital execution
- StandardSummaries onlyEp84 The Hidden Giant: Slashing Cooling Energy by 70% with Sam Ringwaldt, Conry Tech
Published May 14, 2026
Sam RingwaldtComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comCooling is responsible for 15 per cent of global emissions and uses nearly two thirds of the electricity in commercial buildings. In this episode, Sam Ringwaldt from Conry Tech explains how modular micro units can cut cooling energy by 70 per cent and increase asset valuations by 18 per cent. We explore the rise of Comfort as a Service, the next generation of deep‑tech retrofits, and what this means for commercial buildings and AI data centres across the Asia Pa
- StandardSummaries onlyEp83 Is ESG a Western Trend? Navigating Sustainability in Asia with Nana Li
Published Apr 30, 2026
Nana LiComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comOur guest is Nana Li, a stewardship expert who's just written a handbook on navigating sustainability across Asia Pacific. She walks us through why the money decisions happening in Asia actually shape global sustainability, not the other way around.We explore how China's state-led approach and Japan's demographic crisis are forcing real innovation in automation and energy transition. You'll get insights into why "guanxi" and energy security matter more than most
- StandardSummaries onlyEp82 China’s Rise as a Global Clean Tech Powerhouse with Dr Christine Loh, HKUST
Published Apr 15, 2026
Christine LohComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comChina has emerged as the global clean tech leader through a national mandate for ecological progress and massive investments in solar, wind, and battery technology. Policy expert Christine Loh joins the show to explore China's transition away from coal and Hong Kong’s ambitious push for carbon neutrality by 2050. Listeners will gain vital insights into the future of green finance, including sourcing "deep green" materials like green steel and using climate scien
- StandardSummaries onlyEp81 A Roadmap for Financing Clean Energy in Southeast Asia with Dinita Setywati and Alnie Demoral, Ember
Published Mar 18, 2026
Alnie DemoralComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comASEAN requires a staggering $280 billion annually to meet its clean energy targets, placing the mobilisation of global capital at the heart of the regional agenda. In this episode, Dinita Setywati and Alnie Demoral, two experts from the energy think tank Ember explain why a modernised power grid is the essential backbone for Southeast Asia’s green transition. You will learn how to de-risk renewable energy projects and evaluate competing financing models from Chi
- StandardSummaries onlyEp80 Fixed Income: Influencing Global Climate Action with Jo Richardson, Anthropocene Fixed Income Institute
Published Mar 10, 2026
Josephine RichardsonComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comJo Richardson, head of research at the Anthropocene Fixed Income Institute, explains why the global debt market holds more power over climate transition than the stock market. Of the world’s 100 largest emitters are responsible for 75% of all emissions, but only 30 are listed on the stock market, yet all have debt outstanding. This reality gives fixed income investors unique influence over governments and private companies through the cost of capital.This episod
- StandardSummaries onlyEp79 AI Scrutiny and the Future of Sustainable Impact with Greg Elders, Canbury Insights
Published Feb 17, 2026
Gregory EldersComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comHow is AI turning climate reporting from a tick‑box task into something useful? Greg Elders from Canbury Insights explains why financial materiality sits back at the heart of climate strategy. He shows how this shift affects investors, regulators and companies.We examine Europe pushing for real sustainable impact under CSRD, the US facing ESG uncertainty and mixed signals from regulators, and Asian firms juggling ISSB and TCFD standards while dealing with region
- StandardSummaries onlyEp78 How Solar Forecasting Reduces Risk for Investors with Harsh Goenka, Solargis
Published Feb 3, 2026
Harsh GoenkaComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comUnlock the secrets of solar bankability in this episode with Harsh Goenka from Solargis, a leading solar data and software provider. We explore how high-quality satellite data and AI-driven forecasting reduce investment risk and manage weather variability. Discover how precise resource assessment helps grid operators transition from coal to reliable, base-load renewable energy by optimising battery storage. Learn why accurate solar data is the essential "fuel" f
- StandardSummaries onlyEp77 Asia’s Energy Transition Outlook: Moving Faster Than the Policy Makers with Mike Thomas, The Lantau Group
Published Jan 20, 2026
Mike ThomasComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comHost Joseph Jacobelli welcomes Mike Thomas, leading energy economist and founder of The Lantau Group (TLG), for their annual review and 2026 outlook. Mike argues that we have reached a historic tipping point where solar-plus-battery hybrids are now cost-competitive with traditional gas and coal, often without requiring a premium for base-load-style power.The conversation dives deep into the "strategic pivot" in China that has led to a global battery fire sale, t
- StandardSummaries onlyEp76 2025 Wrap: The Forces Reshaping Asia’s Energy Transition
Published Jan 8, 2026
Joseph JacobelliComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThis special year‑end episode of Asia Climate Finance unpacks the three defining themes that shaped the energy transition in 2025. Joseph Jacobelli explores the ratchet effect driving unstoppable momentum, Asia’s emergence as a global rule shaper, and the rise of blended finance models unlocking capital for clean energy. He also highlights major trends from AI‑driven electricity demand to the return of nuclear, nature as infrastructure, and new breakthroughs in
- StandardSummaries onlyEp75 Rule Shaper, Not Rule Taker: Asia's Climate Finance Leadership, ft Ha Do, KPMG
Published Dec 16, 2025
Ha DoComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comAsia's climate finance landscape is evolving rapidly. In our discussion, our guest, KPMG's Ha Do, explores how Asian governments are shifting from policy ambitions to concrete implementation, the climate finance mechanisms proving most effective in mobilising capital, and why state-owned enterprises remain at mid-stage ESG maturity. We examine green public-private partnerships, regulatory convergence around global standards, and why Asia is increasingly position
- StandardSummaries onlyEp74 Small Nuclear, TRISO, and Data Centres Decarbonisation, ft Stephen Edkins, Koya Nuclear
Published Nov 28, 2025
Stephen EdkinsComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comStephen Edkins, CEO of Koya Nuclear, examines how TRISO fuel and small modular reactors could reshape Asia’s decarbonisation pathways. The discussion explains what TRISO is, why its high-temperature resilience and safety profile matter, and how it changes the economics of SMR projects. Stephen also explores government policy, financing hurdles, supply-chain needs, and why he expects a significant SMR build-out once a handful of designs reach commercial scale in
- StandardSummaries onlyEp73 Planetary Health and Climate Finance: AIIB’s Vision, ft Vera Siesjö, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Published Nov 13, 2025
Vera SiesjöComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comExplore the powerful links between climate, health, and development. Hear from Dr Vera Siesjö how the Asia Infrastructure Investment Bank is tackling health challenges in Asia and beyond. Discover how climate change, digital innovation, and infrastructure investment shape health for millions. Learn why a healthy planet means healthier lives.REF: INFRASTRUCTURE FOR PLANETARY HEALTHABOUT VERA: Vera Siesjö is a global health leader with nearly two decades of intern
- StandardSummaries onlyEp72 MDB Insights: Financing Nature-Based Solutions, ft Erik Berglof & JP Thia, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Published Oct 30, 2025
Erik BerglofComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comDiscover how nature itself is becoming the new infrastructure shaping our future. In this episode, experts from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank reveal how wetlands, mangroves, and forests are not just scenery but powerful tools for climate resilience and sustainable economic growth. We discuss innovative finance solutions mobilising private capital, the challenges of valuing natural assets, and why protecting nature is critical for survival, economics,
- StandardSummaries onlyEp71 Innovative models for sustainable financing, ft Woochong Um, Global Energy Alliance
Published Oct 16, 2025
Woochong UmComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comFuel your understanding of climate finance and energy transition. Join Woochong Um, CEO of the Global Energy Alliance, as he reveals how bold partnerships and innovative financing are powering global clean energy solutions. Discover real-world stories of impact, scaling technologies, and breaking down barriers to a greener future. Tune in to unlock the future of sustainable development.GEAPP REPORT: Impact Report 2025ABOUT WOOCHONG: Woochong Um is the Chief Exec
- StandardSummaries onlyEp70 Why Energy Tech Will Change Everything, ft Kingsmill Bond, Ember
Published Oct 2, 2025
Kingsmill BondComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comWe talk to Kingsmill Bond, energy strategist at Ember, sharing insights from his latest report, "The Electrotech Revolution". Discover how new energy technologies are transforming economies and geopolitics, with a special focus on Asia's rapid clean energy advancements. Tune in to explore the future of power systems, investment shifts, and what it means for a sustainable world.REF: The Electrotech Revolution; Electricity Data Explorer; Ember.ABOUT Kingsmill: Kin
- StandardSummaries onlyEp69 Beyond Hype: Making Green Molecules Commercially Viable, ft Alexander Tancock, InterContinental Energy
Published Sep 17, 2025
Alexander TancockComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comHow do you scale green hydrogen from a laboratory curiosity to industrial reality? Alexander Tancock, CEO of Intercontinental Energy, reveals the breakthrough P2H2 Node system that’s turning massive renewable projects into factory-produced “Lego blocks.”With numerous projects across three continents and backing from strong financial partners, Intercontinental Energy isn’t just making green hydrogen—they’re creating green iron to decarbonise steel production and
- StandardSummaries onlyEp68 Bridging the Climate Finance Gap: VC Trends in APAC, ft Toby Chan, Audacy
Published Aug 28, 2025
Toby ChanComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comJoseph Jacobelli and Toby Chan unpack the dynamic landscape of climate tech investing in Asia. The discussion highlights current VC trends, financing gaps, and the transition from emerging tech to mainstream infrastructure, with case studies from maritime and aviation. Discover why Asia is gaining ground amid US policy shifts and how policy, capital, and supply chains are driving change in the region.ABOUT TOBY: Toby is a co-founder of Audacy Ventures Limited, f
- StandardSummaries onlyEp67 Australia's Green Hydrogen Reality Check, ft Nick Smith, Global Decarbonisation Advisory
Published Jul 30, 2025
Nick SmithComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThis episode dives deep into Australia's position as an emerging leader in the green hydrogen market, exploring both the immense potential and current challenges facing the industry. Nick Smith, a leading expert, shares insights from his unique perspective spanning corporate, government, and advisory roles, discussing major projects like the 1.8 million tonne Murchison Green Hydrogen Project in Western Australia and the infrastructure developments reshaping the
- StandardSummaries onlyEp66 Missing Link: Coordinating $45B in Southeast Asian Energy,, ft Maximilian Heil, GIZ
Published Jul 10, 2025
Maximilian HeilComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comSoutheast Asia's energy transition faces a critical challenge: information fragmentation. With hundreds of projects, billions in investments, and countless stakeholders working across the region, coordination has been nearly impossible - until now. In this episode, we explore SIPET (Southeast Asia Information Platform for the Energy Transition), an open-source platform. Our guest, Maximilian Heil from GIZ, reveals how this innovative tool maps nearly 500 energy
- StandardSummaries onlyEp65 Financing strategies for Asia’s energy transition, ft Srini Nagarajan, British International Investment
Published Jun 22, 2025
Srini NagarajanComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode, Joseph converses with Srini Nagarajan, who heads Asia for British International Investment (BII). BII is the UK’s development finance institution. It is focused on investing in sustainable infrastructure and businesses in developing countries to promote economic growth and support the UK's development goals. Between 2022 and 2026, BII plans to allocate at least 30% of its total new commitments by value to climate finance. It already has investme
- StandardSummaries onlyEp64 From bunker to biofuel: CBL's maritime energy transition, ft Venus Zhao, CBL International
Published May 28, 2025
Venus ZhaoComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comBanle Group’s Venus Zhao discusses how CBL International is revolutionising the maritime industry through sustainable biofuels. Its B24 biofuel blend reduces GHG emissions by up to 25% compared to conventional marine fuels. With operations across 60+ global ports and recent ISCC certifications, CBL is positioned to capitalise on the projected 50% growth in the green marine fuel market despite current supply constraints. Venus outlines how tightening IMO regulati
- StandardSummaries onlyEp63 Blowing strong: the surge of wind energy in Asia, ft Mark Hutchinson, Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)
Published May 11, 2025
Mark HutchinsonComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode of the Asia Climate Finance Podcast, Joseph and Mark Hutchinson from the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) discuss the latest developments in the offshore wind industry, especially in Asia. Mark highlights GWEC's role in promoting wind energy through government-industry collaboration and expanding office presence in key Asian markets such as China, India, Vietnam, and the Philippines. He details the progress and challenges in specific countries,
- StandardSummaries onlyEp62 Audio Blog: US Policy Shakeup: A Global Clean Energy Shift? ft Joseph Jacobelli, Bourne Impact Capital
Published Apr 20, 2025
Joseph JacobelliComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this special audio blog, host Joseph Jacobelli dives into the seismic shifts in US clean energy policy under the new administration. Discover how these changes are introducing uncertainty, leading to project cancellations, and potentially redirecting investments to Europe and Asia. With global clean energy markets expanding rapidly, could this shakeup fuel growth elsewhere? Join us as we explore the implications and opportunities arising from this pivotal mom
- StandardSummaries onlyEp61 Asia's energy transition: where private capital sees value, ft Luke Edwards, Brookfield
Published Mar 26, 2025
Luke EdwardsComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comAsia is at the heart of the global energy transition, presenting a once-in-a-generation investment opportunity. In this episode, Luke Edwards of Brookfield discusses the crucial role of private capital in funding clean energy solutions, the challenges and opportunities in emerging markets, and how investors can navigate this evolving landscape. From large-scale renewables to business transformation strategies, discover what’s driving the shift to a low-carbon fu
- StandardSummaries onlyEp60 Batteries and geopolitics: the race for battery supremacy, ft Tim Bush, UBS
Published Mar 5, 2025
Tim BushComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this 60th episode of our podcast we talk with Tim Bush, an analyst at UBS and a top expert in batteries and energy, about the fast-changing world of battery production. Tim provides a clear view of the global battery industry's complex challenges and opportunities. Tim‘s insights include China leading the way with lower costs and big capacity, and the US and Europe facing tough choices as they try to build their own battery supply chains while dealing with Ch
- StandardSummaries onlyEp59 The reshaping of recruitment in Asia, ft Seth Peterson, Korn Ferry
Published Feb 14, 2025
Seth PetersonComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comKorn Ferry's Seth Peterson reveals how AI and in-house recruitment are revolutionizing executive search in Asia's energy transition sector. Despite the current market slowdown in China, demand for ESG and sustainability talent in Asia Pacific is quite strong. Corporate culture and purpose emerge as key differentiators in attracting top executives. Seth forecasts AI expertise and data science becoming critical skills, while emphasizing that traditional career-bui
- StandardSummaries onlyEp58 A corporate leader driving Asia’s energy transition, ft. Giorgio Fortunato, Google
Published Jan 22, 2025
Girogio FortunatoComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThis episode features Giorgio Fortunato who leads Clean Energy and Power at Google in Asia Pacific. He outlines Google's dedication to clean energy, including its ambitious 24/7 carbon-free energy target by 2030. Giorgio explores the Asia Pacific region's unique challenges and opportunities, such as grid infrastructure development, diverse clean energy procurement strategies, and the crucial role of data transparency. He also shares specific examples of Google's
- StandardSummaries onlyEp57 Asia's energy transition: hybrids rise, gas adapts, and markets reform, ft Mike Thomas, The Lantau Group
Published Jan 2, 2025
Mike ThomasComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn Episode 57, leading Asia energy economist Mike Thomas of The Lantau Group shared insights on 2024 trends and the 2025 outlook. He highlighted improved investment fundamentals, growing demand for renewables, and significant market reforms in Malaysia and the Philippines. Looking ahead, Mike expects continued renewable growth despite geopolitical uncertainties, more solar-hybrid projects, and evolving challenges in gas flexibility. Mike also thinks that while n
- StandardSummaries onlyEp56 Clean energy investing: Asia's transition, ft Gavin Adda, Peak Energy
Published Dec 13, 2024
Gavin AddaComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode, we delve into the world of climate business, climate finance, and the energy transition in the Asia Pacific region, as seen through the lens of a major investor. Our guest is Gavin Adda, CEO of Peak Energy Development, a Singapore-based company backed by the $70 billion global infrastructure investor, Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners. We begin by exploring the critical role of power market deregulation in accelerating the energy transition. We
- StandardSummaries onlyEp55 Driving Change: Eco-Friendly Solutions in the Mining Industry, ft Don Weatherbee, Regenx Tech
Published Nov 11, 2024
Don WeatherbeeComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of eco-friendly mining technology with Don Weatherbee, CEO of Regenx Tech, a company specializing in recycling precious metals from catalytic converters. Don shares the company's unique hydro metallurgic process, which is more environmentally sound than traditional mining and smelting. We discuss the market for platinum and palladium, the potential for growth, and the challenges in the recycling industry. Don a
- StandardSummaries onlyEp54 Taiwan's Offshore Wind: Boom or Headwinds?, ft Scott Hsu, K2 Management
Published Oct 29, 2024
Scott HsuComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode we dive into Taiwan's offshore wind story with Scott Hsu. A veteran in Asia's wind power sector, Scott shares unique insights from Taiwan's remarkable journey to become an offshore wind powerhouse. From market dynamics to financing challenges, we explore how Taiwan is balancing ambitious renewable targets with local industry development.ABOUT SCOTT: Scott Hsu is the Country Director for Taiwan and the Philippines at K2 Management. Within this rol
- StandardSummaries onlyEp53 China's green gambit: deciphering its climate policies, ft Prof Christine Loh, HKUST Institute of the Environment
Published Oct 14, 2024
Prof Christine LohComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThis episode is the second part of the conversation with a truly exceptional guest: one of Asia’s pre-eminent thinkers on the environment and climate change, Professor Christine Loh. We explore climate policy and climate action in the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong, examining the issues from a policy perspective. Given China's crucial role in global climate action, we began by discussing the nation's policies related to the environment, climate change, and energ
- StandardSummaries onlyEp52 Climate business & finance toolkit: skills for a changing world, ft Prof Christine Loh, HKUST Institute of the Environment
Published Oct 7, 2024
Prof Christine LohComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThis episode features a truly exceptional guest: one of Asia’s pre-eminent thinkers on the environment and climate change, Professor Christine Loh. We explore the crucial topic of climate business and finance education and capacity building. We started the conversation with Professor Loh on what exactly is the Institute for the Environment at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. And as you'll discover, the Institute's work goes far beyond that of
- StandardSummaries onlyEp51 The Climate Risk Modelling evolution: what we need to know, ft Martim Rocha, SAS
Published Sep 2, 2024
Martim RochaComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comClimate risk modelling plays a vital role in shaping informed decisions, managing risks, and driving strategic planning by empowering businesses, governments, and individuals to understand and quantify the impacts of climate change. It enables organizations to pinpoint and evaluate climate-related risks, meet regulatory requirements, safeguard financial stability, and fortify resilience. Furthermore, it underpins accurate insurance pricing and investment evaluat
- StandardSummaries onlyEp50 Analysis of Asia national and corporate transition trends, ft Dr Sayuri Shirai, Asian Development Bank Institute Advisor of Sustainable Policies
Published Aug 14, 2024
Dr Sayuri ShiraiComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode we analyse national and corporate transition trends in Asia. We have invited a distinguished guest to discuss this topic: Prof. Dr. Sayuri Shirai. Dr. Shirai is an Advisor for Sustainable Policies at the Asian Development Bank Institute. She is also a professor of economics at Keio University. We discuss areas such as adaptation and mitigation in Asia. We also cover the phase-down or phase-out of coal-fired power plants. Additionally, we explore
- StandardSummaries onlyEp49 Evaluating EVs, key minerals and China, ft Henry Sanderson, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Published Jul 27, 2024
Henry SandersonComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comEpisode 49 is about the related topics of electric vehicles, key minerals, and China. Our guest is Henry Sanderson. Henry is currently the executive editor of Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, a provider of supply chain and energy transition intelligence. This includes lithium, nickel, cobalt, electric vehicles, and the like. Henry and I first discuss his interest in EVs and the related minerals. Then we talk about his book Volt Rush, about EVs, about some of the
- StandardSummaries onlyEp48 Three views on key aspects of climate finance in Asia, ft Dr Tim Cadman, Dr Tapan Sarker, Joseph Jacobelli
Published Jul 3, 2024
Dr Tim CadmanComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThis is a special episode. It is an abridged version of a webinar held in May 2024 on climate finance. There are three short presentations followed by a short Q&A session. You will hear the views from Dr Tim Cadman from the University of Southern Queensland, from Dr Tapan Sarker, from the same university, and from Joseph Jacobelli. Dr Cadman discusses some positive trends about action toward protecting the environment with some emphasis on biodiversity conservat
- StandardSummaries onlyEp47 Asia RE projects development “101”, ft Steve Shi, Sungrow
Published Jun 3, 2024
Steve ShiComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode, we focus on a crucial part of climate-related business and finance: the creation of renewable energy projects. This is a significant step towards a cleaner energy future. Our expert guest, Steve Shi, is a seasoned professional in renewable energy project transactions, with experience in North America and Southeast Asia. He will enlighten us on the necessary steps to develop clean energy projects and share his insights on key Asian electricity ma
- StandardSummaries onlyEp46 Climate finance addressing coal plants, ft Christoph Nedopil Wang, Griffith Asia Institute
Published May 16, 2024
Christoph Nedopil WangComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThe phase-out of coal-fired power plants in Asia Pacific presents a significant challenge, requiring a delicate balance between environmental sustainability and economic feasibility. In this discussion, we are joined by Dr Christoph Nedopil Wang of the Griffith Asia Institute, who delves into case studies from Pakistan and Vietnam, offering valuable insights applicable to other Asian electricity markets. Notably, the conversation will explore innovative financia
- StandardSummaries onlyEp45 Offshore wind in 2023 and beyond, ft Mark Hutchison, GWEC
Published May 2, 2024
Mark HutchisonComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comThe world’s offshore wind installed capacity reached 117 gigawatts in 2023, up 50% over 2022. It is projected to reach 320 GW by 2030. We discuss with Asia energy markets veteran Mark Hutchinson the recently released Global Wind Report 2024 by Global Wind Energy Council. We have a quick review of 2023, focus on a couple of the key take aways, share some thoughts on some key Asia Pacific offshore wind markets, discuss the state of capital investments and financin
- StandardSummaries onlyEp44 How innovative financing is powering energy efficiency, ft Alexander Ablaza, Climargy
Published Apr 16, 2024
Alexander AblazaComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comScaling up energy efficiency can for 11 per cent of cumulative emissions reductions by 2030 according to the IEA. In this episode energy industry veteran Alexander Ablaza, explains why energy efficiency the most important pieces of the energy transition although it is often unjustifiably ignored. He discusses in detail business and finance trends in the sector as well as examining the many investments opportunities, and the challenges, with energy efficiency in
- StandardSummaries onlyEp43 Climate business: fiction and reality, ft Genevieve Hilton & Steve Willis
Published Apr 2, 2024
Genevieve HiltonComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIn this episode podcast, we’re privileged to host two seasoned stalwarts of the heavy industry, Genevieve Hilton and Steve Willis. Their unexpected pivot has led them to channel their vast experience into a compelling work of fiction: ‘Fairhaven: A Novel of Climate Optimism’ (Habitat Press, 2024). This isn’t just a novel; it’s a beacon illuminating the pressing climate issues that our planet grapples with. Our conversation takes a deep dive into Genevieve’s and
- StandardSummaries onlyEp42 Boosting corporate clean energy purchases in Asia, ft Suji Kang, Asia Clean Energy Coalition
Published Mar 14, 2024
Suji KangComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comOne of the rapidly growing areas in climate business and finance is the purchase by corporations of clean energy. This is frequently referred to as corporate renewable energy procurement. Such purchases jumped 12% to 46 gigawatts in 2023 according to BNEF. Our guest is Suji Kang, the programme director of Asia Clean Energy Coalition, an organisation dedicated to corporate renewable energy procurement in Asia. Members include major multinationals such as Amazon,
- StandardSummaries onlyEp41 US and EU climate business and finance trends impacting Asia, ft Pamela Largue, Power Engineering Int'l
Published Feb 27, 2024
Pamela LargueComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comSome of the climate business and finance trends in Europe and the US are highly applicable to the Asian experience. In this episode, energy media specialist Pamela Largue provides some clarity on some of these trends. We first briefly chat about her organisation, Enlit World, an important source of sector news and trends through publications and conferences. We then discuss Pamela’s latest findings after participating at Enlit industry conferences in Europe (ene
- StandardSummaries onlyEp40 Asia climate business and finance: the progress in 2023 and the road ahead, ft Mike Thomas, The Lantau Group
Published Feb 5, 2024
Mike ThomasComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comOur guest is Mike Thomas who heads The Lantau Group, a Hong Kong-based consultancy, and who is one of the leading energy economics thinkers in the Asia Pacific region. As it is the beginning of the year, Mike evaluates a small sample of the many developments in the region’s climate business and finance in 2023. He also shares a few thoughts on 2024 and beyond. We discuss some specific markets including Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and China as well as ex
- StandardSummaries onlyEp39 Corporate transition strategies: what is the state now and what are the prospects, ft Summer Chen
Published Jan 14, 2024
Summer ChenComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comCorporates play a crucial role in driving the energy transition. Their role is critical to accelerating change and addressing the pressing climate change challenges. It is critical for corporates to formulate transition strategies, beyond climate risk and other types of reporting. It is a tough hurdle given all of this is very new. Our guest is Summer Chen who is a Principal Consultant with ERM, a leading multinational consultancy firm. Summer works with corpora
- StandardSummaries onlyEp 38 Building sustainable finance regulation: the ASEAN experience, ft Eugene Wong
Published Nov 24, 2023
Eugene WongComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.com Decarbonisation efforts start with the commitment by a government. Once the broad policy is set, the real hard work of regulation begins. To understand and advance sustainable finance it is absolutely imperative to understand this work. In this episode our guest is Eugene Wong who shares his unique insights on the Southeast Asian experience. Eugene is the Chief Executive Officer of the Sustainable Finance Institute Asia. The Institute is a neutral, convening pl
- StandardSummaries onlyEp37 Asia's clean energy boom: an in-depth investor view, ft Robert Mcgregor
Published Oct 18, 2023
Robert McgregorComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.comIndustry practitioners are a key source to understand the business and finance of the energy transition in Asia. In episode 37’s we have a conversation is Robert McGregor. Robert is the Chief Corporate Development Officer of Gurīn Energy, a pan-Asia renewable energy company. He has a long, illustrious, and unique career in the energy industry first in the UK and then in Asia. We had a broad-based and in-depth conversation on key topics revolving around clean ene
- StandardSummaries onlyEp36 Insights into decarbonisation strategies of Asian corporates from a practitioner’s view, ft Albert Sutanto
Published Aug 16, 2023
Albert SutantoComments/ideas: ACFpod@outlook.com Corporates all over the world are under immense pressure to address their carbon footprint. They must worry about their own footprint as well as that of other companies their linked with, such as their suppliers. In this episode I chat with a specialist in this area, Albert Sutanto. Albert is the Southeast Asia Markets Manager at Mt. Stonegate Green Asset Management based in Taiwan. Albert shares his experience on how he helps corporates to identify and reduce