This book examines the complex dynamics of energy transitions in ASEAN and East Asia, with a strong emphasis on practical strategies and applications. Drawing on contributions from leading experts, it explores critical themes such as carbon taxation, decarbonisation pathways, and the broader implications of energy transitions for carbon emissions, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the region’s unique challenges.

What distinguishes this volume is its pragmatic orientation. Each chapter goes beyond theoretical discussion to highlight real-world applications and policy implications, providing actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars alike.

The book’s scope is both comprehensive and focused, addressing diverse issues ranging from carbon taxation and forest sustainability to energy transition challenges in smart cities and comparative analyses of electric vehicle technologies. Together, these perspectives present an integrated view of the economic, political, and environmental dimensions of energy transitions in the region.

Designed for a wide readership – including researchers, policymakers, industry professionals, and students – the book delivers advanced insights while remaining accessible to readers with a general interest in energy and environmental studies.

About the Book

• Edited by: Han Phoumin, Xunpeng Shi, Fukunari Kimura
• xiii, 274 pages
• 2 b/w illustrations, 47 illustrations in colour

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1.Tackling the Energy Transition in ASEAN and Beyond

Han Phoumin, Xunpeng Shi, and Fukunari Kimura

Regional Pathways and Policy Perspectives

2. Navigating Energy Complexities to Reach Carbon Neutrality in ASEAN

Tetsuya Watanabe, Han Phoumin, Alloysius Joko Purwanto, Jun Arima, Kei Sudo

3.Net Zero Transition and the Power Sector in ASEAN: Perspectives from an Integrated Electricity Market

Youngho Chang

4.Carbon Pricing in ASEAN Countries: Incentivising Decarbonisation and Addressing the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

Hoy-Yen Chan, Beni Suryadi, Han Phoumin

5.Renewable Energy and Public Financing in the Asian Region: Some Reflections from Recent Trends

Tirthankar Mandal

B. Technological Innovations and Sectoral Strategies

6.Comparing Concentrating-Solar-Power and Photovoltaic-Solar Plants as Extended-Duration Peaking Resources in Electricity Systems 

Alexander Bard, Ramteen Sioshansi

7. Comparative Environmental Evaluation of Electric Vehicle Charging Technologies, Infrastructure and Charging Stations in Malaysia: Towards a Sustainable Energy Transition

Norasikin Ahmad Ludin, Han Phoumin, Mirratul Mukminah Junedi, Nurfarhana Alyssa Ahmad Affandi

8.The Energy Transition in Smart Cities: Practical Insights into Environmental Performance Framework Development

Noor Raida Abd Rahman, Siti Indati Mustapa, Maslinawati Mohamad

C. National Case Studies and Energy Transitions

9.The Energy Transition in Indonesia: The Impact on Women Who Switch to Using Clean Energy for Cooking

Maxensius Tri Sambodo, Felix Wisnu Handoyo, Han Phoumin

10. The Potential Economic Impacts on the Lao PDR of CO₂ Emission Reductions Achieved Through the Imposition of a Carbon Tax

Phouphet Kyophilavong, Han Phoumin, Geoffrey Musyoki Kitetu, Phongsili Soukchalern

11. Energy Transition in Vietnam: Paving the Way for Sustainable Development

Thai-Ha Le, Lam Truong Phuong Do

12. An Analysis of India’s Quest for a Clean and Just Energy Transition

Sangeeta V. Sharma, Vinod K. Sharma