The 8th Energy Research Institute Network (ERIN) Workshop 'Energy Transition in Asia; Gaps and Risks'
It has become clear that the modern energy system is not only causing climate change problems, but also contains vulnerabilities in terms of stable energy supply. Therefore, there is an ever-greater need to make the energy supply-demand structure sustainable and resilient, as it is indispensable for all economic activities and daily life. Against this backdrop, Asian countries are transforming their energy structures, but at the same time they are facing various challenges.
First, the supply of natural gas. Natural gas is expected to play a role in making the energy system low-carbon while ensuring a stable energy supply by replacing coal. However, tensions in the natural gas balance and rising prices are making its expansion difficult. Since energy access and affordability are still important agenda for Global South in particular, fossil fuel investments may be essential for a world during a long transitional period.
Second, the deployment of clean technologies. The deployment of high-efficiency and renewable energy technologies can make energy systems not only cleaner but also more resilient. Various technologies and policy instruments have been implemented in Asian countries and are being improved year by year. In addition, new technologies are being developed to meet ambitious decarbonization goals. These developments need to be captured to the fullest extent in Asian countries.
Third, a gap between ambitious targets and reality. Despite efforts by many countries, there is still a large gap between goals and reality. It is also becoming clear that new risks exist in the path of transforming the energy system. Solving these problems will not be easy and will require the collective wisdom of many.
With this background, this workshop will feature discussions by experts from Asia and around the world. India assumed presidency of G20 in 2023 and a variety of political events will take place. It is expected that the academic debates at this workshop will serve as a reference for energy and environment discussions at the G20.
Event Details
Date: Friday, 14 July 2023
Time: 10:30 AM - 4 PM (UTC +0530 / India Standard Time)
Venue: Juniper Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, India | Hybrid
Agenda
| 10:30 - 11:00 | Opening Session Opening Remark
Welcome Remark
Photo Session |
11:00 - 11:30 | Keynote Speech Energy Transition and G20 Leadership in India
Energy Transition in EAS Region
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11:30 - 12:30 | Session 1: Road of Natural Gas in Energy Transition in Asia Moderated by Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI & Former Secretary Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, Government of India. LNG market under the turbulence
Need of natural gas/LNG in Economic development
Role of natural gas in Philippines’ economic development
Key questions
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12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch Break |
13:30 - 14:30 | Session 2: Emerging Clean Technologies and Policies Moderated by Prof. Basil M.H. Sharp, Emeritus Professor, Department of Economics, The University of Auckland (Uo A), New Zealand [ERIN Member] EE&C as a primary energy source
Acceleration of renewable energy
Hydrogen/ammonia and negative emission technologies
Key questions
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14:30 - 14:45 | Break |
14:45 - 15:45 | Session 3: Energy Transition in Asia Moderated by Dr. Siti Indati binti Mustapa, Director of Institute of Energy Policy and Research, The Energy University (UNITEN), Malaysia [Co-Chairperson of ERIN] Gaps in a future scenario: from the ERIA outlook
Getting to Net-Zero: Unlocking Pathways for Decarbonization in the Indo-Pacific
New risks in energy transition
Key questions
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15:45 - 16:00 | Closing Remarks
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