ASEAN Climate Change and Energy Project

💡Promoting a more inclusive energy transition in ASEAN

On 14 March 2026, ACE through ACCEPT Phase II, in collaboration with SiPalingHI! Media, participated in a webinar on mainstreaming GEDSI in the energy transition.

The discussion underscored the importance of addressing structural challenges, strengthening data systems, and fostering the meaningful inclusion of women, youth, and marginalised communities.

Read full reportage:
👉🏼 go.aseanenergy.org/ACCEPTReportage

🌱 Energy equity is key to ASEAN’s sustainable future

As ASEAN accelerates its energy transition, ensuring accessibility, inclusion, and affordability remains essential to building a transition that benefits everyone.

🌏 Swipe through to explore ASEAN’s socio-economic landscape and the key priorities shaping a just and inclusive energy transition!

Read more:
🔗 go.aseanenergy.org/ACEGenderBooklet2026

⚡A just and inclusive energy transition starts with ensuring no one is left behind

From Cambodia to Malaysia and Thailand, ASEAN countries are increasingly embedding gender equality and social inclusion into their climate and energy policies, recognising the voices of women, youth, indigenous peoples, and vulnerable communities in shaping a more resilient energy future.

♻️ Swipe through to explore how national initiatives are helping mainstream JIET across ASEAN!

Read more:
🔗go.aseanenergy.org/ACEGenderBooklet2026

📌 ARNECC Paper Talks – Just and Inclusive Energy Transition Series

Join us in the next ARNECC Paper Talks webinar on “Structural Barriers and Policy Pathways for a Just Clean Energy Transition”

In this session, Hannah Hoehnke, Doctoral Candidate in Economics at the Climate Action Research Lab, University of Freiburg, will share insights on the structural challenges and policy approaches needed to support a fair and inclusive clean energy transition.

🗓️ Monday, 25 May 2026
🕑 14:00–15:00 (GMT+7 Jakarta Time)
💻 Zoom meeting

🔗 Register: go.aseanenergy.org/ARNECCJIET3

🎓 Register now and receive an e-certificate after the session!

🌏 Powering Inclusion in ASEAN’s Energy Future

How can ASEAN ensure its energy transition is both sustainable and inclusive?

Our latest publication explores how the Philippines’ 2026 ASEAN Chairship can advance a more people-centred energy agenda—through inclusive access, green growth, innovation, and resilience, aligned with APAEC 2026–2030.

📘 Explore more in the Gender Equality in ASEAN Energy Booklet – Volume III
👉 go.aseanenergy.org/ACCEPTGenderBooklet2026

💡Advancing inclusive pathways for ASEAN’s clean manufacturing future

On 12 March 2026, ACE through ACCEPT II participated in a GEDSI Roundtable and Learning Exchange in Jakarta, exploring the integration of Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) into ASEAN’s clean manufacturing strategies.

The discussion highlighted that strengthening ASEAN’s role in the global clean technology manufacturing sector must be accompanied by inclusive policies, improved data systems, and sustained investment in human capital.

Read full reportage:
👉🏼 go.aseanenergy.org/ACCEPTReportage

🎙️ Why do countries delay their climate pledges? Let’s unpack it.

On 26 March 2026, ACCEPT through ARNECC kicked off the first episode of the JIET Podcast Series, featuring insights from Malin Øren Aldal (NUPI).

The conversation revealed that delays in NDC submissions are not simply a sign of weak ambition, they often reflect efforts to strengthen credibility, align with domestic realities, and ensure more feasible climate commitments.

From capacity and technical constraints to political dynamics and strategic timing, the discussion explored what really shapes countries’ climate timelines and what can be done to improve them.

Curious to learn more?
👉🏼 go.aseanenergy.org/ACCEPTReportage

⚡ What if wasted heat could power the future?

Across ASEAN, rising energy demand continues to challenge sustainability efforts. Yet, a large amount of energy is lost as heat, especially from industrial processes. With the right innovation, this untapped resource could be converted into a reliable source of electricity.

From improving efficiency to reducing reliance on conventional energy sources, turning heat into power offers a practical pathway towards a more sustainable and resilient future.

Discover how this approach can transform energy use across the region.

Read the full blog:
👉🏼 go.aseanenergy.org/ACCEPTBlog

👗🌱 Fashion is more than style, it is also deeply connected to energy, climate, and sustainability.

As one of the world’s major textile production hubs, Southeast Asia carries much of the environmental burden of the global fashion industry, from high energy use and water consumption to waste and emissions. Advancing circular fashion practices can help reduce this footprint while supporting ASEAN’s broader climate and energy goals.

Discover how circular business models, cleaner production, and strategic climate action can help shape a more resilient and sustainable fashion future for the region.

Read the full blog:
👉🏼 go.aseanenergy.org/ACCEPTBlog

📌ARNECC Paper Talks – Just and Inclusive Energy Transition Series

Join us in the next ARNECC Paper Talks webinar to discuss the paper: “Overcoming Five Key Challenges to Make the Energy Transition a Just Labor Transition”.

In this session, Luis Fernández Intriago, an Economist at the Environmental Defense Fund, will share insights on key challenges and practical approaches to ensuring transitions are fair, inclusive, and supportive for workers and communities.

🗓 Thursday, 30 April 2026
🕖 19:00 (GMT+7)
📍 Online
🔗 Register: go.aseanenergy.org/ARNECCJIET2

Register now and receive a certificate after the session!

Happy Earth Day! 🌎🌱

Celebrated every 22 April, Earth Day is a global reminder that collective action is key to protecting our planet. This year’s theme highlights the power of people, partnerships, and policies in driving meaningful environmental change.

From accelerating the energy transition to strengthening climate resilience, every effort counts in building a more sustainable and inclusive future for ASEAN.

How are you taking action this Earth Day? 🌱

Learn more about ASEAN’s energy-climate initiatives:
👉 go.aseanenergy.org/ACCEPTCountry