In support of the development of the ASEAN Power Grid (APG), the IEA has undertaken a quantitative assessment of the impact of regional power system integration in ASEAN to accommodate the growing share of variable renewable energy (VRE), which consists of solar and wind generation.
Does regional power system integration support the development of ASEAN Power Grid?
In support of the development of the ASEAN Power Grid (APG), the IEA has undertaken a quantitative assessment of the impact of regional power system integration in ASEAN to accommodate the growing share of variable renewable energy (VRE), which consists of solar and wind generation.
How is ASEAN reshaping the power grid?
Executive Summary In recent years, the ASEAN's power grid landscape is evolving. The integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), such as rooftop solar photovoltaics (PV) systems and battery energy storage, is reshaping ASEAN's power systems by increasing flexibility and resilience.
How are distributed energy resources reshaping ASEAN's Power Systems?
The integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), such as rooftop solar photovoltaics (PV) systems and battery energy storage, is reshaping ASEAN's power systems by increasing flexibility and resilience. Despite the region's abundant renewable energy resources like solar and wind, the adoption of DERs remains largely untapped.
New analysis by the International Energy Agency (IEA) indicates that the share of solar and wind energy in the power generation mix in Southeast Asian countries must reach approximately 23% by 2030 to align with the 2050 Net Zero Emission (NZE) scenario. Combined solar and wind generation in ASEAN grew from 4.2 TWh to 50 TWh between 2015 and 2022.
Are solar and wind the future of ASEAN?
Solar and wind are among the most promising technologies capable of creating new markets, fostering job creations, enabling a just energy transition and ensuring a resilient, energy-secure ASEAN. Strong policy support and government commitments are critical to driving robust action and progress in renewable deployment.
Will solar and wind help ASEAN develop a charging infrastructure?
Solar and wind may lead to new opportunities to further equip ASEAN for the development of such charging infrastructure. In addition to being a cleaner option, solar and wind are getting cheaper worldwide.