Summit Programme
Two Days. Two Critical
Dimensions Of The Net-Zero Transition
Day 1 explores ASEAN’s regional interconnection opportunities. Day 2 focuses on Malaysia’s national implementation roadmap. Every session is designed for decision-makers — not observers.
ASEAN’s Clean Energy Future: Scale, Speed & Interconnection
Day 1 focuses on regional collaboration and the collective opportunity for ASEAN to build an interconnected clean-energy
system. With annual electricity demand expected to grow 4–5% per year, and more than USD 500 billion required in grid, storage and renewable infrastructure by 2030, ASEAN’s clean-energy transition hinges on cross-border policy alignment, shared investment pathways, power-grid diplomacy and technology
leadership.
Delegates will gain insight into:
- How ASEAN can operationalise the ASEAN Power Grid
- Renewable investment corridors and cross-border policy signals
- Mega-scale solar, BESS, and firm RE growth opportunities
- AI-driven demand shaping power-system investment
- Financing instruments powering the region’s infrastructure buildout
0900 - 0905
OPENING REMARK
Opening Remark by Organiser
0905 - 0910
WELCOME ADDRESS
Welcome Address by MPSEA President
Speakers
Ir. Justin Sim (D.S.M)
President
Malaysian Photovoltaic & Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
0910 - 0920
KEYNOTE
Global Energy Transition & Solar Policy : From Ambition to Deployment
As the global energy transition accelerates, solar power continues to sit at the centre of
decarbonisation strategies worldwide. For ASEAN, the opportunity lies not only in ambition, but in
translating global policy momentum into scalable, multi-country deployment. This keynote explores
how international policy frameworks, market signals and cross-border collaboration are shaping
investment decisions and accelerating large-scale solar development across the region.
Speakers
Rita Ren
Director of APAC
Global Solar Council
0920 - 0930
KEYNOTE
ASEAN’s Renewable Acceleration: Solar, Storage & Technology Leadership
ASEAN is entering a critical phase of renewable energy growth, driven by rapid solar deployment,
falling storage costs and accelerating technology innovation. Together, these forces are reshaping
how quickly and at what scale clean energy can be delivered across the region.
This keynote provides a high-level perspective on technology trends, supply-chain dynamics and cost trajectories influencing ASEAN’s next multi-gigawatt growth cycle. It will highlight how innovation in solar, energy storage and enabling technologies is positioning the region to scale faster, build more resilient power systems and compete globally in the clean-energy economy.
This keynote provides a high-level perspective on technology trends, supply-chain dynamics and cost trajectories influencing ASEAN’s next multi-gigawatt growth cycle. It will highlight how innovation in solar, energy storage and enabling technologies is positioning the region to scale faster, build more resilient power systems and compete globally in the clean-energy economy.
Speakers
Tetchi Capellan
Chief Executive Officer and President SunAsia Energy Inc., Chairperson
Asian Photovoltaic Industry Association (APVIA)
0930 - 1030
PANEL
ASEAN Power Grid : Interconnecting ASEAN: Policy, Infrastructure & Investment for Regional Power Trade
A fully interconnected ASEAN Power Grid is central to unlocking large-scale renewable energy,
improving system reliability and enabling cross-border power trade across the region.
Achieving this vision will require coordinated policy alignment, significant infrastruc ture
investment and new approaches to market design.
This panel explores how ASEAN countries can harmonise regulations, evolve wheeling and access frameworks, and attract private capital into regional transmission, storage and firm renewable energy projects. Speakers will share insights on the practical steps needed to move from bilateral connections toward a more integrated, investment-ready regional power system.
This panel explores how ASEAN countries can harmonise regulations, evolve wheeling and access frameworks, and attract private capital into regional transmission, storage and firm renewable energy projects. Speakers will share insights on the practical steps needed to move from bilateral connections toward a more integrated, investment-ready regional power system.
Speakers
Michael Lin Sheng
Principal Investment Officer
International Finance Corporation (IFC), World Bank Group
Keith Tan
Deputy Secretary (Energy and Carbon)
Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) Singapore
Mareena binti Mahpudz
Deputy Secretary General (Energy)
Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA)
Peck Khamkanist
Founder & Executive Chairman
Impact Electrons Siam (IES)
Moderator
Dieter Billen
Partner & Head of Energy and Sustainability Practice SEA
Roland Berger
1030 - 1100
COFFEE BREAK
1100 - 1115
KEYNOTE
From Megawatts to Reliability : Integrating Storage, Flexibility & Firm Power at Scale Across ASEAN
As AI-driven demand accelerates and storage becomes central to grid reliability, the
challenge is no longer building renewable capa city — but integrating flexibility and firm power
into large-scale systems. This keynote explores how developers, utilities and investors are
structuring projects, portfolios and grid connections to deliver dispatchable, reliable clean
power at multi-gigawatt scale, setting the stage for the BESS and flexibility markets discussion
that follows.
Speakers
1115 - 1210
PANEL
Corporate Renewable Demand
C&I, RE100 & Data Centres: Capturing ASEAN’s Next Wave of
Clean Energy Demand
Corporate and industrial energy buyers are rapidly emerging as one of the largest drivers of
clean-energy growth in ASEAN. Hyperscale data centres, manufacturing clusters and logistics
networks are creating multi-billion-dollar demand for reliable, low-carbon power.This panel
explores how C&I customers and RE100 companies are sourcing renewable energy at scale,
working with utilities and developers, and navigating policy and grid constraints. Speakers will
share practical insights on procurement models, contracting structures and market
mechanisms that are enabling corporate demand to accelerate renewable deployment
across the region.
Speakers
Suppan Saravanamuthu
Director - Construction (APAC)
Iron Mountain Data Centers
Datuk Ts. Mahadhir bin Aziz
Director of Patient Capital Division, Johor Corporation; Group Managing Director
Johor Capital Group
Care Guan
Senior Director, SAJ APAC & MENA Region
SAJ Electric
Moderator
Arina Kok
Asia Pacific Climate Change Advisory Leader; Asean Climate Change and Sustainability Services Co-Leader; Malaysia Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS) Leader; and Partner
Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd
1210 - 1300
PANEL
BESS & Flexibility Markets
Unlocking Reliability: BESS, Grid Services & Flexible Power Systems for ASEAN
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and flexibility services are becoming c ritical to the
reliable operation of high-renewable power systems across ASEAN. As solar and wind
deployment accelerates, new ma rket struc tures are emerging to value flexibility, fast
response and system services.
This panel examines how BESS and flexible power solutions are being integrated into ASEAN’s electricity markets. Speakers will discuss evolving market designs, revenue models and grid services that enable storage to support reliability, optimise renewable integration and unlock the nex t phase of renewable dominance across the region.
This panel examines how BESS and flexible power solutions are being integrated into ASEAN’s electricity markets. Speakers will discuss evolving market designs, revenue models and grid services that enable storage to support reliability, optimise renewable integration and unlock the nex t phase of renewable dominance across the region.
Speakers
Liming Qiao
CEO and Founder
Future Energy Storage & System Integration Alliance (FESSIA)
Moderator
Marko Lackovic
Managing Director & Partner
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
1300 - 1400
NETWORKING LUNCH
1400 - 1430
ARRIVAL OF GUESTS
Arrival of Guests for the Race to Zero Opening Ceremony Officiated by the Deputy Prime Minister
1430 - 1440
WELCOME ADDRESS
Welcome Address by MPSEA President
MPSEA 20th Anniversary: Catalysing ASEAN’s Renewable Transition
A forward-looking welcome underscoring Malaysia and MPSEA’s commitment to
accelerating regional renewable deployment and shaping ASEAN’s clean-energy
architecture.
Speakers
Ir. Justin Sim (D.S.M)
President
Malaysian Photovoltaic & Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
1440 - 1450
KEYNOTE
Corporate Leadership for ASEAN’s Renewable Transformation
Corporates are rapidly becoming one of the most powerful drivers of clean-energy growth in
ASEAN. From manufacturing and logistics to hyperscale data centres, large energy users are
reshaping power markets through renewable procurement, decarbonisation commitments
and long-term demand signals.
This keynote highlights how leading corporates are securing clean energy at scale, working with utilities and developers, and overcoming regulatory and infrastruc ture challenges. The session offers practical insights into how corporate demand is accelerating renewable deployment and supporting ASEAN’s transition to a more reliable, competitive and lowcarbon energy system.
This keynote highlights how leading corporates are securing clean energy at scale, working with utilities and developers, and overcoming regulatory and infrastruc ture challenges. The session offers practical insights into how corporate demand is accelerating renewable deployment and supporting ASEAN’s transition to a more reliable, competitive and lowcarbon energy system.
Speakers
1450 - 1500
PARTNER –ENERGY TRANSITION KEYNOTE
Innovation, Grid Transformation & Investment Pathways for ASEAN
Scaling renewable energy across ASEAN requires modern grids, advanced digital solutions
and sustained investment. As renewable penetration rises, grid transformation is becoming
central to system reliability, flexibility and market efficiency.
This keynote explores how innovation, digitalisation and new investment models are enabling the integration of large-scale renewable energy, strengthening grid stability and supporting long-term system resilience. It will highlight how technology providers, utilities and investors are working together to modernise power systems and unlock the next phase of renewable growth across the region.
This keynote explores how innovation, digitalisation and new investment models are enabling the integration of large-scale renewable energy, strengthening grid stability and supporting long-term system resilience. It will highlight how technology providers, utilities and investors are working together to modernise power systems and unlock the next phase of renewable growth across the region.
Speakers
1500 - 1515
SPECIAL ADDRESS
Powering Malaysia’s Green Investment Future: Industry, Capital & the Energy Transition
This special address outlines Malaysia’s vision for advancing ASEAN’s clean energy transition,
highlighting how strategic investment, industrial transforma tion and regional collaboration
can accelerate renewable growth and position Malaysia as a leading hub for sustainable
investment and green industries in Southeast Asia.
Speakers
1515 - 1530
MINISTERIAL KEYNOTE
Malaysia’s Regional Clean Energy Mandate
Malaysia is uniquely positioned to play a central role in shaping ASEAN’s clean-energy future.
With strong policy commitment, growing renewable capa city and strategic regional
partnerships, the country is emerging as a key convenor and enabler of cross-border
collaboration.
This keynote will highlight how Malaysia is working with ASEAN partners to strengthen power cooperation, unlock investment and accelerate the transition toward a secure, resilient and lowcarbon regional energy system.
This keynote will highlight how Malaysia is working with ASEAN partners to strengthen power cooperation, unlock investment and accelerate the transition toward a secure, resilient and lowcarbon regional energy system.
Speakers
YAB Datuk Amar Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof
Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia
Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA)
1530 - 1545
OPENING CEREMONY
R.A.C.E to ZERO OPENING CEREMONY
Officiated by
YAB Datuk Amar Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof
Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia
Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA)
1545 - 1600
COFFEE BREAK
1600 - 1610
KEYNOTE
Thailand’s Next Growth Cycle : Clean Energy, Digital Infrastructure & the Capital Driving Demand
As the global energy transition accelerates, solar power continues to sit at the centre of
decarbonisation strategies worldwide. For ASEAN, the opportunity lies not only in ambition, but
in translating global policy momentum into scalable, multi-country deployment. This keynote
explores how international policy frameworks, market signals and cross-border collaboration
are shaping investment decisions and accelerating large-scale solar development across
the region.
Speakers
1610 - 1700
PANEL
Powering Southeast Asia’s Digital & Industrial Surge Investment, Policy & Clean Energy Opportunities in Thailand
This session provides a focused market deep dive into Thailand’s clean energy opportunity —
examining demand growth, renewable and storage deployment pathways, evolving policy
signals and the investment frameworks attracting regional and globa l capital. Policymakers,
utilities, investors and developers will share practical insights into where projects are moving ,
how capital is flowing and what international partners need to know to participa te in
Thailand’s next phase of energy and digital growth.
Speakers
Chaphamon Chantaraponghan
President
Thai Photovoltaic Industries Association (TPVA)
Moderator
Dutsadee Dutsadeepanich
Partner
Dentons Pisut
1700 - 1710
KEYNOTE
The Philippines at an Inflection Point : Powering Digital Growth in ASEAN’s Fastest-Rising Demand Market
This keynote examines the Philippines’ rapid growth in digital infra structure and elec tricity
demand, the resulting pressure on its power system, and the clean energy, storage and
grid investments required to meet this surge. It provides context on policy reform, market
openness and investment momentum ahead of the Philippines market panel.
Speakers
Ping Mendoza
President
Philippine Solar and Storage Energy Alliance (PSSEA)
1710 - 1800
PANEL
Unlocking ASEAN’s Next High-Growth Clean Energy Market
Data Centres, Grid Modernisation & Investment Pathways in the Philippines
The Philippines is entering a pivotal growth phase as surging digita l demand, data centre
expansion and industrial development place new pressure on its power system. At the same
time, the country is opening up significant opportunities for renewable energy, storage and
grid investment.
This session explores the Philippines’ clean energy and digital infrastructure outlook from a market-entry and scaling p erspective. Speakers will discuss demand drivers, policy reforms, grid challenges and financing struc tures shap ing project development — offering delegates a clear view of how investors, developers and regional partners can engage in one of ASEAN’s most dynamic and under-supplied power markets.
This session explores the Philippines’ clean energy and digital infrastructure outlook from a market-entry and scaling p erspective. Speakers will discuss demand drivers, policy reforms, grid challenges and financing struc tures shap ing project development — offering delegates a clear view of how investors, developers and regional partners can engage in one of ASEAN’s most dynamic and under-supplied power markets.
Moderator
Ping Mendoza
President
Philippine Solar and Storage Energy Alliance (PSSEA)
Malaysia’s Net-Zero Decade:
Investment, Infrastructure &
Industrial Leadership
Day 2 turns the spotlight on Malaysia’s national clean-energy
priorities, with Sarawak leading the morning’s programme.
Malaysia is poised to attract more than USD 30–40 billion in
RE, grid, storage, industrial electrification, and digitaleconomy energy infrastructure over the next decade
Delegates will gain clarity on:
- Malaysia’s next phase of NETR implementation
- National RE growth pathways: LSS, FPV, C&I solar, hybrid RE
- BESS and flexibility market evolution
- Industrial and data-centre power strategy
- Financing frameworks enabling multi-GW rollouts
- Sarawak’s role as Malaysia’s clean-energy frontier and export hub
0900 - 0905
WELCOME ADDRESS
Welcome Remark By MPSEA President
Speakers
Ir. Justin Sim (D.S.M)
President
Malaysian Photovoltaic & Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
0905 - 0920
SPECIAL ADDRESS
From Resource Advantage to Regional Powerhouse
Scaling Firm Renewables, Infrastructure & Market Access from Sarawak
This keynote examines how Sarawak can translate its renewable resource strength into
scalable, export-ready clean energy systems. Moving beyond generation, the session
will explore the infrastructure, ma rket access, policy alignment and cross-border
frameworks required to deliver firm renewable power at scale — positioning Sarawak
as a long-term anchor for Malaysia’s and ASEAN’s clean energy security.
Speakers
0920 - 0935
SPECIAL ADDRESS
Firm Renewables & Regional Export Pathways
Firm and a ffordable clean energy is essential to supporting large-scale industrial
growth and regional power trade across ASEAN. Sarawak, with its significant renewable
resources and stra tegic loca tion, is uniquely positioned to pla y a leading role in
supplying firm renewable power both domestically and beyond Malaysia’s borders.
This keynote explores Sarawak’s role in delivering reliable clean energy at scale, examining export pathways, cross-border interconnection and the infrastruc ture required to meet rising demand across Malaysia and ASEAN. It highlights how firm renewables can strengthen regional energy security while accelerating the transition to a low-carbon power system.
This keynote explores Sarawak’s role in delivering reliable clean energy at scale, examining export pathways, cross-border interconnection and the infrastruc ture required to meet rising demand across Malaysia and ASEAN. It highlights how firm renewables can strengthen regional energy security while accelerating the transition to a low-carbon power system.
Speakers
0935 - 0950
GOH KEYNOTE BY SARAWAK MINISTER
Sarawak’s Leadership in Malaysia’s Renewable Future
Sarawak is emerging as a cornerstone of Malaysia’s clean-energy strategy ,
underpinned by abundant hydropower resources, growing hydrogen ambitions and a
strong export-oriented outlook. Together, these streng ths position Sa rawa k as a key
contributor to both national energy security and regional competitiveness.
This keynote highlights how Sarawak’s renewable resources, infrastructure investments and export strategies are shaping Malaysia’s energy future. It will outline the state’s role in supporting firm clean power, enabling industrial growth and strengthening Malaysia’s position within the evolving ASEAN energy landscape
This keynote highlights how Sarawak’s renewable resources, infrastructure investments and export strategies are shaping Malaysia’s energy future. It will outline the state’s role in supporting firm clean power, enabling industrial growth and strengthening Malaysia’s position within the evolving ASEAN energy landscape
Speakers
YB Datuk Dr. Haji Hazland bin Abang Haji Hipni
Deputy Minister
Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability Sarawak (MEESty)
0950 - 1000
FLAG-OFF — R.A.C.E TO ZERO KUCHING EDITION (SEPT 2026)
Celebrating Sarawak’s position as the first regional satellite of the RACE to Zero series.
1000 - 1030
COFFEE BREAK
1030 - 1050
FIRESIDE CHAT
Powering Malaysia’s Next Growth Chapter
Renewable Energy, Industrial Competitiveness & the Green Tech Opportunity
This fireside chat explores why renewable energy is becoming a core driver of Malaysia’s next
phase of economic growth and industrial competitiveness. Through an open, forward-looking
conversation, the session will unpack how clean energy, green technology and supportive
policy frameworks a re shaping new investment opportunities, strengthening supply chains
and positioning Malay sia as a regional g reen technology hub . The discussion will provide
practical perspectiv es for investors, corpora tes and policymakers on how Malaysia can scale
renewable energy locally while building a resilient, innovation-led green economy.
Speakers
James Lee
Deputy President III
Malaysian Photovoltaic & Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
Henry Eu
Head of Policy & Development (Southeast Asia)
Asia Clean Energy Coalition (ACEC)
1050 - 1140
PANEL
Clean Energy Scale-Up:
Malaysia's Renewable Acceleration: LSS, C&I Solar, FPV, Hybrid RE & the CRESS Opportunity
Malaysia is entering a new phase of renewable energy expansion, with large-scale solar (LSS),
commercial and industrial (C&I) sola r, floating PV (FPV) and hybrid renewable systems
forming the backbone of future capacity growth. Scaling these solutions requires streamlined
development processes, bankable offtake struc tures and clear policy signals.
This panel provides practical insights into project development across Malaysia’s renewable landscape, where speakers will examine where the nex t multi-gigawatt opportunities lie and wha t developers, investors and buyers need to unlock faster, more efficient clean power scale-up.
This panel provides practical insights into project development across Malaysia’s renewable landscape, where speakers will examine where the nex t multi-gigawatt opportunities lie and wha t developers, investors and buyers need to unlock faster, more efficient clean power scale-up.
Speakers
Zulkifli Salim
Chief Renewable Energy Officer
SD Guthrie
YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah bin Hussin
Chief Executive Officer
Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia
Moderator
Henry Eu
Head of Policy & Development (Southeast Asia)
Asia Clean Energy Coalition (ACEC)
1140 - 1230
PANEL
From Grid Readiness to Market Readiness
Storage, Digital Grids & the Next Phase of Power Economics
Storage and digitalisation have proven their ability to deliver grid reliability. The focus is now
shifting from technical readiness to market readiness.
This session explores how power-market design, pricing mechanisms and investment frameworks must evolve to unlock the full value of storage, flexibility and digital grids. Moving beyond traditional metrics such as levelised cost of energ y (LCOE), the discussion will examine how concep ts like firm power, dispatchability and system value a re reshaping the economics of clean energy. Industry leaders will share insights on what utilities, regulators, developers and investors need to change now to enable scalable, reliable renewable dominance and support Malaysia’s next phase of grid and market transformation.
This session explores how power-market design, pricing mechanisms and investment frameworks must evolve to unlock the full value of storage, flexibility and digital grids. Moving beyond traditional metrics such as levelised cost of energ y (LCOE), the discussion will examine how concep ts like firm power, dispatchability and system value a re reshaping the economics of clean energy. Industry leaders will share insights on what utilities, regulators, developers and investors need to change now to enable scalable, reliable renewable dominance and support Malaysia’s next phase of grid and market transformation.
Moderator
Dr. Felix Kosasih
Southeast Asia Associate
BloombergNEF
1230 - 1400
NETWORKING LUNCH
1400 - 1500
PANEL
Financing Zero Malaysia : Green Capital Pathways: Bonds, Sukuk, Blended Finance & Corporate Transition Funding
The discussion will unpack how green bond s and Sukuk, blended finance structures,
development finance, and corporate transition funding are being used to build bankable
projects and accelerate deployment. Panellists will examine capital stack design, risk
allocation, credit enhancement and investor appetite, offering clea r insights into wha t is
working, wha t needs to change, and how capital providers and project sponsors can work
together to finance Malaysia’s path to net zero.
Speakers
Chong Van Nee
Senior Vice President, Infrastructure & Utilities
RAM Rating Services Berhad
Maria Tampubolon
Investment Specialist
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Yashaswi Sinha
Climate+ Industry Practice Leader, Asia
Chubb
Moderator
Jimmy Tee
Partner - Sustainability and Climate Change and Financial Services Assurance
PwC Malaysia
1500 - 1540
PANEL
Race to Zero, Race to Talent: Building Malaysia's Solar Workforce for a NetZero Future
The global “Race to Zero” campaign has galvanised nations to commit to net-zero emissions,
with Malaysia targeting carbon neutrality by 2050. At the heart of this transition lies the solar
PV industry, a critical driver of decarbonisation. However, the race cannot be won without a
parallel “Race to Talent.”
This panel discussion aims to identify the critical gaps and opportunities in developing a skilled green workforce that can support Malaysia’s solar PV industry in achieving its Race to Zero commitments. The discussion will explore how strategic workforce development can accelerate the energy transition while creating quality employment opportunities for Malaysians.
This panel discussion aims to identify the critical gaps and opportunities in developing a skilled green workforce that can support Malaysia’s solar PV industry in achieving its Race to Zero commitments. The discussion will explore how strategic workforce development can accelerate the energy transition while creating quality employment opportunities for Malaysians.
Speakers
1540 - 1600
COFFEE BREAK
1600 - 1650
PANEL
National Leadership Dialogue
Malaysia 2030 & Beyond: A Unified National Pathway to Net Zero
Achieving Malaysia’s net-zero ambitions will require strong alignment across policy,
infrastruc ture planning , investment and execution. As the country enters a critical decade for
delivery, coordination between government, utilities, GLCs and the priva te sector is more
important than ever.
This leadership dialogue brings together senior policymakers, utilities, government-linked companies and developers to align on Malaysia’s pathway to 2030 and beyond, focusing on shared priorities, implementa tion challenges and the strategic ac tions needed to deliver a reliable, competitive and low-carbon energy system at national scale.
This leadership dialogue brings together senior policymakers, utilities, government-linked companies and developers to align on Malaysia’s pathway to 2030 and beyond, focusing on shared priorities, implementa tion challenges and the strategic ac tions needed to deliver a reliable, competitive and low-carbon energy system at national scale.
Moderator
Lionel Yap
Secretary
Malaysian Photovoltaic & Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
1650 - 1700
CLOSING REMARKS
CLOSING REMARKS BY MPSEA PRESIDENT
A forward agenda to 2030, national prog ress tracking, and regional expansion
plans for the R.A.C.E to Zero series.
Speakers
Ir. Justin Sim (D.S.M)
President
Malaysian Photovoltaic & Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
R.A.C.E to Zero
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