The summit’s extensive programme unites the brightest minds across industries and governments, bringing together key sectors such as natural gas, hydrogen, ammonia, renewables, and emerging digital technologies. Through leadership panels, expert discussions, and collaborative dialogue, the event is essential for those looking to align their business strategies with the future of energy, ensuring sustainable growth, energy security, and decarbonisation.
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"Title": "MINISTERIAL PANEL: Accelerating Asia’s ambitions: Fostering international cooperation for a sustainable future",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Inter-government commitments, such as the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC), highlight the critical role collaboration will play in the development of new supply chains and a broader economy for commodities including hydrogen and ammonia, alongside low carbon LNG and technologies including CCUS. From financing to technology, policy to regulation, partnerships are driving progress in energy, helping developing nations to transition and grow, and mature markets to decarbonise and innovate. This commitment to forward-thinking strategies will not only facilitate a smoother transition to a low-carbon economy but also foster resilience and innovation, ultimately driving sustainable growth for future generations. To what extent are new energy trading maps and supply chains threatened by geopolitical tensions? How are countries addressing the challenges of transitioning to a lower carbon, diversified energy mix? What impact will new NDCs, and initiatives agreed at COP29 have on decarbonisation pathways in Japan and globally?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore how new collaborative policies and initiatives are shaping Asia’s energy transition pathways, and what impact new and emerging trends are likely to have on energy security, sustainability, and economic growth.</p>",
"startTime": "11:15",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Balancing rising power demand and decarbonisation objectives to deliver a pragmatic energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Balancing the surging demand for power with the urgent need for decarbonisation is not just a challenge – it's an opportunity to drive investment and economic growth while advancing a sustainable energy transition. As population growth and electrification of key sectors propel energy consumption, energy leaders must invest in diverse energy sources, including renewables, nuclear, and innovative technologies like energy storage and smart grids. This transition can catalyse job creation, stimulate technological advancement, and enhance energy security. By actively engaging communities and implementing equitable policies, we can foster widespread support and participation in this transformative journey. Moreover, global collaboration and technology transfer will amplify efforts, ensuring that every nation can contribute to and benefit from a greener future. By embracing this proactive approach, we can unlock a robust, resilient energy landscape that meets the needs of today while safeguarding future decarbonisation objectives. How can energy leaders effectively balance the surging power demand with the need for decarbonisation while ensuring economic growth and job creation? What partnerships are essential to drive innovation in the energy sector? How can regulatory bodies adapt to support rapid technological advancements in the energy sector?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how the energy industry can balance rising power demand with decarbonisation objectives to achieve a pragmatic transition.</p>",
"startTime": "12:00",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Natural gas and LNG’s critical role in delivering Asia's energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Global demand for LNG is estimated to rise by more than 50% by 2040, according to Shell, citing industrial coal-to-gas switching gathers pace in China, and South and Southeast Asian countries use more LNG to support their economic growth. Specifically, driving factors across the region include energy transition and the cleaner energy profile of natural gas; power demand growth in the region, which has grown 5.7% annually—more than double the global average; and depletion of domestic gas resources in some regional countries, prompting increased investments in LNG terminals. However, the actual transition trajectory will depend on various factors including infrastructure development, price dynamics, and the pace of renewable energy adoption. As global demand for LNG continues to rise for the foreseeable future, how can Asian countries negotiate and secure supply in what may be the beginning of a premium market? For countries with commitments to carbon neutral goals, what are the carbon management technologies that offer the greatest promise to balancing emissions from natural gas and LNG’s lower carbon footprint? The Coalition for LNG Emission Abatement toward Net-zero (CLEAN) was created to collect data on LNG methane emission management and reduction efforts; what progress has it made since it launched in 2023 and how is it expected to shine a light on emerging best practices for methane reduction across the LNG value chain? In anticipation of competitive market impacts and a projected returns to colder winters, what can we expect in terms of supply protection measures such as Japan’s Strategic Buffer LNG framework; and how may they impact global markets in the short-term? </p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Examine the demand-supply outlook for natural gas and LNG, what this means for the shape of the market, and its impact on decarbonisation pathways. </p>",
"startTime": "13:30",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Accelerating the development and maturity of Japan’s hydrogen market",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Long a pioneer in technological innovation, Japan is leading the global charge towards a zero-carbon future, with hydrogen at the heart of its ambitious plans. Beginning in 2017 with the Basic Hydrogen Strategy, the country now boasts a range of initiatives to accelerate adoption, establish value chains, and advance the development of hydrogen-related technologies. Two subsidy schemes approved in 2024, covering contract for difference (CfD) and industrial development, seek to tackle the ‘chicken and egg’ challenge by supporting both supply and demand side, and replicate similar efforts in Europe, South Korea and the USA to support the low carbon hydrogen market. Whilst costs of production remain high relative to other fuels, advances in hydrogen and ammonia technologies, shipping and infrastructure are helping to develop the international value chains critical to scaling the industry. Where should financial instruments – including CfD – be targeted to maximise demand and supply sides, and what is the investment appetite? Can the currently proposed projects secure the contracts that are needed to build at scale? What bilateral and multilateral agreements should be prioritised to facilitate the sharing of knowledge, technologies and best practices? What can hydrogen learn from LNG’s development and commercialisation pathway?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore the role international collaboration, technology, and innovative financing will play in accelerating the deployment and adoption of hydrogen. </p>",
"startTime": "14:15",
"endTime": "15:00",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Futureproofing the electricity grid to manage new complexities and support sustainable growth",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Futureproofing the electricity grid to manage new complexities and support sustainable growth</p>\n<p>The electricity power grid and utilities sector are at a crossroads, facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the wake of rapid technological advancements, rising demand, and shifting regulatory landscapes. The current market is characterised by a transition towards renewable energy sources, increased demand for grid resiliency, and the integration of smart technologies. However, the sector grapples with aging infrastructure, cybersecurity threats, and the need for substantial investment to modernise the grid. Conversely, these challenges present opportunities to innovate, improve efficiency, and develop a more sustainable and resilient grid. How can utilities balance the integration of renewable energy while maintaining grid stability? What strategies are effective for protecting the grid against cyber threats? How can investments be optimised to modernize the grid infrastructure efficiently?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore how futureproofing the electricity grid can manage new complexities, support sustainable growth, and balance renewable integration with grid stability. </p>",
"startTime": "15:00",
"endTime": "15:45",
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"Title": "CEO PANEL: Securing tomorrow: A vision for sustainable growth in the energy sector",
"sessionDescription": "<p>There’s no single solution for the energy transition. The global energy sector must adopt diverse strategies that blend technological innovation, infrastructure investment, and new business models to shape its future. In an era of rapid change, rising energy demands, and pressing climate challenges, this panel will unite visionary CEOs to explore ground-breaking technologies, policy frameworks, and investment opportunities for achieving sustainable growth in energy. What partnerships and collaborations are essential for advancing sustainability goals, both domestically and internationally? How can new technologies be leveraged to enhance efficiency and sustainability? What are the implications of current and upcoming regulations on emissions and sustainability of operations?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain insights into the future landscape of energy, the integration of bold and transformative policies, and how to balance economic growth with environmental stewardship.</p>",
"startTime": "10:30",
"endTime": "11:15",
"date": "2025-06-18",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Balancing unprecedented and rising energy demands driven by AI and data centres across Asia with emerging economic and market opportunities ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Data centre capacity in the Asia-Pacific region is expected to double in the next five years according to Moody’s, fuelled by the growing use of AI, digitalisation and cloud computing. While AI can deliver cost-savings through as predictive maintenance, improved energy efficiency and optimised operations, the rapid development of the Asian data centre market and AI capabilities brings correlating challenges due to spiking energy demand. For instance, Japan’s energy demand is projected to account for around 4-5% of total power consumption by 2030, up from 0.5% in 2024, largely driven by the increased need from semiconductor factories and data centres supporting AI. How can policymakers balance socio-economic benefits this emerging new market can create with the challenges delivery spiking power supply through a challenged regionalised grid system? How can renewable energy targets be accelerated to meet the data centre market opportunity in the near-term? And how can policymakers safeguard sustainable energy practices and progress while prioritising technological market and economic growth?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of how to effectively balance the increasing power consumption driven by AI advancements with the need for sustainability and efficiency.</p>",
"startTime": "16:30",
"endTime": "17:15",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Using innovative technologies and cross-border collaborations to decarbonise hard-to-abate industries ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>According to McKinsey, $275 trillion in cumulative spending on low-emissions assets will be required to reach net zero by 2050. Scaling climate technologies, integrating new techniques and fuels, and setting up new supply chains all impact profitability and competitiveness, making the transition more challenging. Cross-border collaborations play a critical role by sharing advanced technologies and innovations, supporting joint investments in new projects, and helping to align policies and standards to optimise supply chains. Measures such as offsetting, carbon removals and credits increase costs, leading some to offshore emissions to remain competitive. How can policies and regulations be aligned to harmonise local, national, and cross-border priorities, and encourage domestic investment? What technologies should be prioritised to ensure rapid and cost-effective decarbonisation? How can companies improve energy efficiency and reduce waste to remain competitive? What lessons can be learnt from the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) – are customers ready to pay?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of how new processes, technologies, and policies can help decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors whilst creating value.</p>",
"startTime": "15:45",
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"date": "2025-06-18",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Collaborating to scale ammonia use and advance decarbonisation objectives",
"sessionDescription": "<p>As the world turns its attention to cleaner energy alternatives, Japan has committed to being a pioneer player in the emerging global value chain for ammonia, with JERA aiming to handle 7 million tons every year by 2035, primarily for use in thermal power generation to replace coal, and in shipping. This approach allows for the gradual increase in the proportion of ammonia and will position Japan as a leader in ammonia technology and promoting decarbonisation, whilst stimulating economic growth and job creation. By working with international partners, Japan will establish a robust supply chain and promote the global adoption of ammonia as a key energy source. From handling to safety protocols and certification and labelling, what new policies and frameworks are required to transform the value chain for ammonia and drive transparency? Is the distribution and storage infrastructure prepared for higher trade volumes in 2030? What efforts are being made to reduce CO2 emissions throughout the ammonia supply chain? What advances have been made in co-firing and turbine technology?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand what new policies and frameworks are required to transform the ammonia value chain and drive transparency. </p>",
"startTime": "17:15",
"endTime": "18:00",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Harnessing CCUS: Transforming Asia’s industrial and energy sectors",
"sessionDescription": "<p>The future growth opportunities for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) in Japan and Asia are substantial. In Japan, the government has set ambitious targets to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with plans to scale up CCUS projects significantly by 2030. JOGMEC has selected several advanced CCS projects aimed at capturing and storing CO2 from various industries, including power, steel and chemicals. In the broader Asia-Pacific region, CCUS is seen as a critical technology for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors and enabling blue hydrogen production. The region has the potential to achieve more than three gigatons of CO2 abatement per year by 2050, driven by competitive cost structures and strong engineering capabilities. Countries like China and Australia are already leading with operational CCUS facilities, and there is significant potential for growth in Southeast Asia. Is effective utilisation the key to commercialising carbon? What role will CCUS play in global decarbonisation? Can EPCs and technology firms develop new processes and technologies quickly enough to deliver CCUS at decreasing costs and global scale?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore new growth opportunities for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) in Japan and Southeast Asia, and what role government initiatives, competitive cost structures and strong engineering capabilities will play in its deployment. </p>",
"startTime": "10:00",
"endTime": "10:45",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Japan’s role in facilitating robust gas markets to advance Southeast Asia’s energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan has been a key driver in shaping a decarbonized natural gas and LNG market in Asia through its leadership in infrastructure investment, policy advocacy, and technological innovation. By promoting LNG as a transitional fuel, Japan has supported the expansion of LNG import terminals, flexible procurement strategies, and the development of regional trading hubs. Additionally, Japan is spearheading efforts to decarbonize gas through initiatives such as hydrogen and ammonia co-firing, carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS), and methane emissions reduction. Its role in setting standards for low-carbon LNG certification and fostering regional cooperation positions Japan as a leader in advancing a cleaner and more integrated natural gas market in Asia. How can Japan balance its LNG leadership with the increasing pressure to reduce fossil fuel reliance in Asia’s energy mix? What role will Japan play in establishing a regional framework for low-carbon LNG certification and emissions reduction in the natural gas sector? How can Japan’s investment in decarbonised gas technologies influence long-term LNG demand and supply dynamics in Asia?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore the critical role technology and partnerships will play in creating a robust regional gas market to advance the energy transition. </p>",
"startTime": "10:45",
"endTime": "11:30",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Accelerating infrastructure interconnectivity to meet growing energy demands",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Energy port infrastructure in Japan and Southeast Asia is rapidly expanding to meet growing energy demands and support the transition to cleaner energy sources. Japan is enhancing its LNG infrastructure, with investments in regasification terminals and LNG-fired power plants. Southeast Asia is diversifying its energy infrastructure with significant developments in hydropower in Laos, solar power potential in Indonesia, and new LNG terminals in Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam. Kobe Port has Japan’s first hydrogen import terminal, crucial for expanding the hydrogen economy. Regional cooperation is also increasing, focusing on power grids, gas infrastructure and EV charging stations to ensure energy security and sustainability. Where should the short-to-mid-term balance be found between investments in stable, existing infrastructures and newer, cleaner energy sources? How can financial institutions bridge the infrastructure gap in Asia Pacific? What role can green and smart infrastructure play in reducing emissions?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of the existing infrastructure in Japan and Southeast Asia and how it is expanding to meet energy demands and support cleaner energy transitions. </p>",
"startTime": "11:30",
"endTime": "12:15",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Unlocking energy transition opportunities in shipping",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan’s future shipping strategy for energy aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through significant investments in clean fuels like hydrogen and ammonia, the development of zero-emission ships, and improvements in energy efficiency. The strategy involves collaboration with stakeholders across the energy, port and shipbuilding industries, as well as regulatory support from international bodies like the International Maritime Organization. Realisation of the IMO’s 2030 emissions reduction target will depend on fuel availability as well as shipboard technology, which both face significant challenges scaling up and expanding their usage. Will sufficient volumes of ammonia and methanol be available to hit 2030 targets? What is the long-term decarbonisation pathway by 2050 and its implications for shipping? How is the carbon supply chain expanding throughout Asia? What are the commercial opportunities and who stands to benefit? How is appetite for green corridors and ammonia progressing? Will the Singapore cluster prove a success?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Examine Japan’s future shipping strategy and how it intends to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through investments in clean fuels, zero-emission ships and energy efficiency.</p>",
"startTime": "12:15",
"endTime": "13:00",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Achieving a net-zero future: Strategic directions and innovations in nuclear power",
"sessionDescription": "<p>With domestic energy demand forecast to grow significantly in the coming years, nuclear energy will remain a key component of Japan’s strategy to balance environmental conservation, economic growth and energy security. The sector faces significant challenges, including managing aging infrastructure, overcoming public opposition and addressing nuclear waste management. At the same time, nuclear power will help realise Japan’s multi-fuel, multi-technology decarbonisation approach by supporting the development of green hydrogen, green ammonia and low-carbon fuels produced from captured carbon. Similarly, Japan’s leadership in research can help it to unlock economic growth and new commercial opportunities, both domestically and across Asia. How can Japan leverage advancements in nuclear technology, such as small modular reactors (SMRs) and next-generation reactors, to enhance safety and efficiency? How can the government and industry address public concerns and opposition to nuclear energy, building trust and transparency? What are the latest developments in fission technology?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Analyse Japan’s strategy to leverage advancements in nuclear technology to enhance safety and efficiency, address public concerns and support its multi-fuel, multi-technology decarbonisation approach.</p>",
"startTime": "13:45",
"endTime": "14:30",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Empowering Asia: Financing the future of clean energy",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan’s transition will require new technology, new business models and new financing tools to achieve the governments ambitious net zero targets. From renewable energy and offshore floating wind to green hydrogen and ammonia, Japan has committed to developing a range of technologies and fuels to support the transition. Its multinational businesses have a history of investing internationally and are increasingly applying their engineering expertise to critical sectors such as metals and mining, batteries, carbon capture and waste-to-energy infrastructure. Scaling low-carbon technologies rapidly will require an equally innovative approach to finance, including government incentives and blended finance. What new clean technologies hold the most promise, and can be scaled, commercialised, and deployed quickly? Carrot vs stick regimen: how do the US and EU approaches differ, and what lessons can be learnt in Asia? How are business models changing to accept more risk on new projects?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain insights into how Japan is driving public-private collaboration to rapidly scale, commercialise and deploy clean technologies, and what lessons can be learned from the US and EU approaches.</p>",
"startTime": "16:00",
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"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Power markets: Creating a reliable, affordable, and integrated electricity system through markets and market-like mechanisms",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Cross-border electricity trade improves market efficiency, benefiting consumers, and supporting sustainable development. In the ASEAN region, deeper integration of power markets will help accelerate new projects by sharing expertise, increase affordability with competitive pricing, and harmonise regulatory frameworks to foster new collaboration. Closer digital integration of energy markets also provides commercial advantages, including improved efficiency, cost savings, demand-side flexibility, and new revenue streams. How can Southeast Asian countries better harmonise policies and regulations to harmonise cross-border power trading? What digital innovations will unlock most value, and how can Japan’s technological leadership facilitate this? How can legacy infrastructure be transformed to help transition to a modern power market?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how an effective, and integrated, regional power market will provide affordable and robust energy supply, whilst driving innovation and societal benefits.</p>",
"startTime": "16:45",
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"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Women in Energy: Increasing representation in the energy industry to foster innovation, address skills shortages, and strengthen competitiveness",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Despite making up 39% of the global labour force, women only account for 16% of the traditional energy sector, according to the IEA. As the global energy industry embraces new ideas, technologies, and fuels, increasing diversity and representation in the workforce is essential to fully realising their benefits. This creates an obvious opportunity loss for both women and the sector. This creates an obvious opportunity loss for both women and the sector.</p>\n<p>Greater representation through the diversity engendered by varied perspectives and experiences is crucial for fostering the necessary innovation required by the transition for successful outcomes. At this stage of the transition’s trajectory there are many urgent questions to be asked requiring definitive responses by the sector. How can the energy sector attract more female talent to not only address skill shortages and enhance competitiveness but also offer women real and equitable career pathways? Can women who have moved on from the sector be encouraged to return and if so, what do these strategies look like? What strategies can be implemented to increase women’s representation in leadership roles in the energy industry beyond middle management?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how to effectively increase diversity and representation in the energy sector to foster innovation, address skill shortages, and enhance competitiveness.</p>",
"startTime": "17:30",
"endTime": "18:15",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Putting a price on carbon to achieve emissions reduction and finance the low-carbon economy",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Carbon pricing is a powerful mechanism to drive the shift towards a sustainable energy future, making carbon-intensive activities more costly and promoting cleaner energy alternatives. By assigning a cost to carbon emissions, businesses and individuals are incentivised to reduce their carbon footprint and invest in renewable energy sources, with the revenue generated reinvested into sustainable projects and support for communities affected by the transition. Additionally, carbon pricing provides clear market signals, guiding long-term investments towards low-carbon technologies and helping countries meet their international climate commitments. How can countries in Asia coordinate their carbon pricing policies to avoid market distortions and ensure a level playing field? How can governments gain public support for carbon pricing, especially when it may lead to higher costs for consumers? What price is needed to fully incentivise new clean investment and technology adoption, and how can we get to it?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how countries in Asia can better coordinate their carbon pricing policies to avoid market distortions and ensure a level playing field, whilst stimulating investment in clean technology.</p>",
"startTime": "15:15",
"endTime": "16:00",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: E-methane & SAF: Powering Asia’s energy transition with alternative fuels ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>The e-fuel, biofuel and synthetic fuels market in Asia is expected to experience significant growth by 2025, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.9%, with SAF and e-methane both supported by government policies in Japan. ANA and JAL are working towards promoting SAF as part of their decarbonisation strategy, but its high-cost relative to conventional jet fuel, and challenges scaling up global production mean significant investment in production capacity and infrastructure are needed to meet growing demand. E-methane benefits from being compatible with existing LNG infrastructure, but challenges remain around scaling production, increasing the efficiency of these processes and reducing their energy usage. What role will e-fuels and synth-fuels, include e-methane, play in Japan’s future energy mix? How can regulation, incentives and policy promote e-methane? What technological innovations are required to improve the efficiency and scalability of alternative fuel production processes? What are the advantages and challenges of considering biofuels as a bridging solution given the current high cost of hydrogen-based energy products?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand what role government can play in promoting and incentivising the use and production of e-methane and SAF in Japan, and what infrastructure, technology and processes will help reduce the cost of production. </p>",
"startTime": "14:30",
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"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Achieving carbon neutrality by 2050: Putting METIs 7th Strategic Energy Plan into action",
"sessionDescription": "<p>METIs 7th Strategic Energy Plan represents a critical blueprint for Japan, creating a comprehensive roadmap to address global energy security, climate action, and technological innovation. Key areas of focus include the rapid expansion of renewable energy, particularly offshore wind and solar, as well as groundbreaking advancements in hydrogen and ammonia as alternative fuels. The plan also emphasises the role of nuclear energy in ensuring energy security, alongside digitalisation and smart grid technologies for optimising energy efficiency and integrating diverse energy sources. Central to the strategy is Japan’s ambitious commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, striking a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability. How can Japan ensure a stable and cost-effective supply of LNG and natural gas to power growth through the transition? How can Japan leverage international collaboration to advance hydrogen, ammonia, and other emerging energy technologies? What role will digitalisation and AI play in optimising energy systems and achieving the goals of the 7th Energy Strategy?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>The discussion will explore METIs revised energy strategy, how best to implement it, and the implications for the global energy transition.</p>\n<p> </p>",
"startTime": "10:00",
"endTime": "10:45",
"date": "2025-06-20",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Building a market for green products: Japan’s pathway to a sustainable GX economy",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan is taking a bold step toward green transformation (GX) by establishing a market for low-emission products, spearheaded by METI in collaboration with the GX League, a coalition of over 700 companies committed to carbon neutrality. The \"GX Initiative Declaration\" encourages businesses to commit to purchasing and using green products to drive stable demand, with an initial focus on green steel, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), electric vehicles, bio-based chemicals, hydrogen, and ammonia. However, challenges remain in scaling adoption, ensuring affordability, and aligning incentives across industries. How can Japan ensure sufficient demand to sustain a competitive green product market? What policy and financial mechanisms are needed to make green products cost-effective, and provide stability to offtakes? How can Japan’s GX market align with global sustainability initiatives to drive broader impact, and what lessons can be learnt from international initiatives?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how Japan is building a market for green products through the GX Initiative, tackling challenges in demand, affordability, and global alignment to drive a sustainable economy.</p>\n<p> </p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: From sun to sea: Harnessing Asia’s renewable potential to drive sustainable growth ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Asia is experiencing a significant shift towards renewable energy, driven by its diverse climates and abundant natural resources. The region's energy demand is rapidly increasing, with Southeast Asia alone accounting for 25% of the global energy demand growth projected by 2035. Effective collaboration will be key to maximising the benefit of new supply, helping to establish new policy frameworks, investment strategies, and technologies. What are the most promising renewable energy sources in Asia, and how can they be effectively harnessed? How can countries balance economic growth with environmental sustainability in their pursuit of renewable energy? What are the major technological advancements driving the renewable energy sector, and how can they be implemented at scale?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of how Asia’s shift towards renewable energy will require effective collaboration to develop policy frameworks, investment strategies, and technologies to harness renewable sources while balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability.</p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: The role of batteries in sustainable energy solutions",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan’s strategy for energy storage and batteries focuses on expanding domestic production to 150 GWh annually by 2030, advancing technologies like lithium-ion and all-solid-state batteries, and supporting renewable energy integration through battery energy storage systems (BESS). The government has also committed to creating a sustainable battery supply chain, promoting recycling, and ensuring ethical material procurement. Large-scale storage projects aim to stabilise the grid as renewable energy sources increase, ensuring robust supply. What role will battery energy storage systems (BESS) play in supporting Japan’s renewable energy goals? How can advanced battery technologies and smart grid solutions ensure a stable and efficient energy supply? How is Japan addressing the challenges of integrating large-scale battery storage into the national grid?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Analyse how Japan is planning to expand its energy storage and battery production to support renewable energy integration and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. </p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Building a resilient supply chain for critical minerals to support the clean energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>To support the growth of renewable energy, battery storage technologies, Japan has prioritised securing a stable supply of critical minerals such as cobalt, lithium, and nickel. This effort includes international agreements like the Japan-U.S. Critical Minerals Agreement, which aims to diversify and strengthen supply chains. How is Japan collaborating with global partners to build robust supply chains for minerals, and can it become comfortable with a China-dominated supply chain? What strategies can be adopted to attract investment and financing for critical mineral projects, especially in politically and economically unstable regions? What policies and technologies can be promoted to enhance the recycling of critical minerals and support a circular economy? How will Japan ensure a sustainable and ethical supply chain for battery materials?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how Japan and other Asian countries can build resilient supply chains, ensure environmental and social standards, foster technological innovation, attract investment and navigate geopolitical risks to secure critical minerals.</p>",
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"Title": "OPENING CEREMONY",
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"Title": "MINISTERIAL PANEL: Accelerating Asia’s ambitions: Fostering international cooperation for a sustainable future",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Inter-government commitments, such as the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC), highlight the critical role collaboration will play in the development of new supply chains and a broader economy for commodities including hydrogen and ammonia, alongside low carbon LNG and technologies including CCUS. From financing to technology, policy to regulation, partnerships are driving progress in energy, helping developing nations to transition and grow, and mature markets to decarbonise and innovate. This commitment to forward-thinking strategies will not only facilitate a smoother transition to a low-carbon economy but also foster resilience and innovation, ultimately driving sustainable growth for future generations. To what extent are new energy trading maps and supply chains threatened by geopolitical tensions? How are countries addressing the challenges of transitioning to a lower carbon, diversified energy mix? What impact will new NDCs, and initiatives agreed at COP29 have on decarbonisation pathways in Japan and globally?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore how new collaborative policies and initiatives are shaping Asia’s energy transition pathways, and what impact new and emerging trends are likely to have on energy security, sustainability, and economic growth.</p>",
"startTime": "11:15",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Balancing rising power demand and decarbonisation objectives to deliver a pragmatic energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Balancing the surging demand for power with the urgent need for decarbonisation is not just a challenge – it's an opportunity to drive investment and economic growth while advancing a sustainable energy transition. As population growth and electrification of key sectors propel energy consumption, energy leaders must invest in diverse energy sources, including renewables, nuclear, and innovative technologies like energy storage and smart grids. This transition can catalyse job creation, stimulate technological advancement, and enhance energy security. By actively engaging communities and implementing equitable policies, we can foster widespread support and participation in this transformative journey. Moreover, global collaboration and technology transfer will amplify efforts, ensuring that every nation can contribute to and benefit from a greener future. By embracing this proactive approach, we can unlock a robust, resilient energy landscape that meets the needs of today while safeguarding future decarbonisation objectives. How can energy leaders effectively balance the surging power demand with the need for decarbonisation while ensuring economic growth and job creation? What partnerships are essential to drive innovation in the energy sector? How can regulatory bodies adapt to support rapid technological advancements in the energy sector?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how the energy industry can balance rising power demand with decarbonisation objectives to achieve a pragmatic transition.</p>",
"startTime": "12:00",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Natural gas and LNG’s critical role in delivering Asia's energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Global demand for LNG is estimated to rise by more than 50% by 2040, according to Shell, citing industrial coal-to-gas switching gathers pace in China, and South and Southeast Asian countries use more LNG to support their economic growth. Specifically, driving factors across the region include energy transition and the cleaner energy profile of natural gas; power demand growth in the region, which has grown 5.7% annually—more than double the global average; and depletion of domestic gas resources in some regional countries, prompting increased investments in LNG terminals. However, the actual transition trajectory will depend on various factors including infrastructure development, price dynamics, and the pace of renewable energy adoption. As global demand for LNG continues to rise for the foreseeable future, how can Asian countries negotiate and secure supply in what may be the beginning of a premium market? For countries with commitments to carbon neutral goals, what are the carbon management technologies that offer the greatest promise to balancing emissions from natural gas and LNG’s lower carbon footprint? The Coalition for LNG Emission Abatement toward Net-zero (CLEAN) was created to collect data on LNG methane emission management and reduction efforts; what progress has it made since it launched in 2023 and how is it expected to shine a light on emerging best practices for methane reduction across the LNG value chain? In anticipation of competitive market impacts and a projected returns to colder winters, what can we expect in terms of supply protection measures such as Japan’s Strategic Buffer LNG framework; and how may they impact global markets in the short-term? </p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Examine the demand-supply outlook for natural gas and LNG, what this means for the shape of the market, and its impact on decarbonisation pathways. </p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Accelerating the development and maturity of Japan’s hydrogen market",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Long a pioneer in technological innovation, Japan is leading the global charge towards a zero-carbon future, with hydrogen at the heart of its ambitious plans. Beginning in 2017 with the Basic Hydrogen Strategy, the country now boasts a range of initiatives to accelerate adoption, establish value chains, and advance the development of hydrogen-related technologies. Two subsidy schemes approved in 2024, covering contract for difference (CfD) and industrial development, seek to tackle the ‘chicken and egg’ challenge by supporting both supply and demand side, and replicate similar efforts in Europe, South Korea and the USA to support the low carbon hydrogen market. Whilst costs of production remain high relative to other fuels, advances in hydrogen and ammonia technologies, shipping and infrastructure are helping to develop the international value chains critical to scaling the industry. Where should financial instruments – including CfD – be targeted to maximise demand and supply sides, and what is the investment appetite? Can the currently proposed projects secure the contracts that are needed to build at scale? What bilateral and multilateral agreements should be prioritised to facilitate the sharing of knowledge, technologies and best practices? What can hydrogen learn from LNG’s development and commercialisation pathway?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore the role international collaboration, technology, and innovative financing will play in accelerating the deployment and adoption of hydrogen. </p>",
"startTime": "14:15",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Futureproofing the electricity grid to manage new complexities and support sustainable growth",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Futureproofing the electricity grid to manage new complexities and support sustainable growth</p>\n<p>The electricity power grid and utilities sector are at a crossroads, facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the wake of rapid technological advancements, rising demand, and shifting regulatory landscapes. The current market is characterised by a transition towards renewable energy sources, increased demand for grid resiliency, and the integration of smart technologies. However, the sector grapples with aging infrastructure, cybersecurity threats, and the need for substantial investment to modernise the grid. Conversely, these challenges present opportunities to innovate, improve efficiency, and develop a more sustainable and resilient grid. How can utilities balance the integration of renewable energy while maintaining grid stability? What strategies are effective for protecting the grid against cyber threats? How can investments be optimised to modernize the grid infrastructure efficiently?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore how futureproofing the electricity grid can manage new complexities, support sustainable growth, and balance renewable integration with grid stability. </p>",
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"Title": "CEO PANEL: Securing tomorrow: A vision for sustainable growth in the energy sector",
"sessionDescription": "<p>There’s no single solution for the energy transition. The global energy sector must adopt diverse strategies that blend technological innovation, infrastructure investment, and new business models to shape its future. In an era of rapid change, rising energy demands, and pressing climate challenges, this panel will unite visionary CEOs to explore ground-breaking technologies, policy frameworks, and investment opportunities for achieving sustainable growth in energy. What partnerships and collaborations are essential for advancing sustainability goals, both domestically and internationally? How can new technologies be leveraged to enhance efficiency and sustainability? What are the implications of current and upcoming regulations on emissions and sustainability of operations?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain insights into the future landscape of energy, the integration of bold and transformative policies, and how to balance economic growth with environmental stewardship.</p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Balancing unprecedented and rising energy demands driven by AI and data centres across Asia with emerging economic and market opportunities ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Data centre capacity in the Asia-Pacific region is expected to double in the next five years according to Moody’s, fuelled by the growing use of AI, digitalisation and cloud computing. While AI can deliver cost-savings through as predictive maintenance, improved energy efficiency and optimised operations, the rapid development of the Asian data centre market and AI capabilities brings correlating challenges due to spiking energy demand. For instance, Japan’s energy demand is projected to account for around 4-5% of total power consumption by 2030, up from 0.5% in 2024, largely driven by the increased need from semiconductor factories and data centres supporting AI. How can policymakers balance socio-economic benefits this emerging new market can create with the challenges delivery spiking power supply through a challenged regionalised grid system? How can renewable energy targets be accelerated to meet the data centre market opportunity in the near-term? And how can policymakers safeguard sustainable energy practices and progress while prioritising technological market and economic growth?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of how to effectively balance the increasing power consumption driven by AI advancements with the need for sustainability and efficiency.</p>",
"startTime": "16:30",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Using innovative technologies and cross-border collaborations to decarbonise hard-to-abate industries ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>According to McKinsey, $275 trillion in cumulative spending on low-emissions assets will be required to reach net zero by 2050. Scaling climate technologies, integrating new techniques and fuels, and setting up new supply chains all impact profitability and competitiveness, making the transition more challenging. Cross-border collaborations play a critical role by sharing advanced technologies and innovations, supporting joint investments in new projects, and helping to align policies and standards to optimise supply chains. Measures such as offsetting, carbon removals and credits increase costs, leading some to offshore emissions to remain competitive. How can policies and regulations be aligned to harmonise local, national, and cross-border priorities, and encourage domestic investment? What technologies should be prioritised to ensure rapid and cost-effective decarbonisation? How can companies improve energy efficiency and reduce waste to remain competitive? What lessons can be learnt from the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) – are customers ready to pay?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of how new processes, technologies, and policies can help decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors whilst creating value.</p>",
"startTime": "15:45",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Collaborating to scale ammonia use and advance decarbonisation objectives",
"sessionDescription": "<p>As the world turns its attention to cleaner energy alternatives, Japan has committed to being a pioneer player in the emerging global value chain for ammonia, with JERA aiming to handle 7 million tons every year by 2035, primarily for use in thermal power generation to replace coal, and in shipping. This approach allows for the gradual increase in the proportion of ammonia and will position Japan as a leader in ammonia technology and promoting decarbonisation, whilst stimulating economic growth and job creation. By working with international partners, Japan will establish a robust supply chain and promote the global adoption of ammonia as a key energy source. From handling to safety protocols and certification and labelling, what new policies and frameworks are required to transform the value chain for ammonia and drive transparency? Is the distribution and storage infrastructure prepared for higher trade volumes in 2030? What efforts are being made to reduce CO2 emissions throughout the ammonia supply chain? What advances have been made in co-firing and turbine technology?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand what new policies and frameworks are required to transform the ammonia value chain and drive transparency. </p>",
"startTime": "17:15",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Harnessing CCUS: Transforming Asia’s industrial and energy sectors",
"sessionDescription": "<p>The future growth opportunities for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) in Japan and Asia are substantial. In Japan, the government has set ambitious targets to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with plans to scale up CCUS projects significantly by 2030. JOGMEC has selected several advanced CCS projects aimed at capturing and storing CO2 from various industries, including power, steel and chemicals. In the broader Asia-Pacific region, CCUS is seen as a critical technology for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors and enabling blue hydrogen production. The region has the potential to achieve more than three gigatons of CO2 abatement per year by 2050, driven by competitive cost structures and strong engineering capabilities. Countries like China and Australia are already leading with operational CCUS facilities, and there is significant potential for growth in Southeast Asia. Is effective utilisation the key to commercialising carbon? What role will CCUS play in global decarbonisation? Can EPCs and technology firms develop new processes and technologies quickly enough to deliver CCUS at decreasing costs and global scale?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore new growth opportunities for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) in Japan and Southeast Asia, and what role government initiatives, competitive cost structures and strong engineering capabilities will play in its deployment. </p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Japan’s role in facilitating robust gas markets to advance Southeast Asia’s energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan has been a key driver in shaping a decarbonized natural gas and LNG market in Asia through its leadership in infrastructure investment, policy advocacy, and technological innovation. By promoting LNG as a transitional fuel, Japan has supported the expansion of LNG import terminals, flexible procurement strategies, and the development of regional trading hubs. Additionally, Japan is spearheading efforts to decarbonize gas through initiatives such as hydrogen and ammonia co-firing, carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS), and methane emissions reduction. Its role in setting standards for low-carbon LNG certification and fostering regional cooperation positions Japan as a leader in advancing a cleaner and more integrated natural gas market in Asia. How can Japan balance its LNG leadership with the increasing pressure to reduce fossil fuel reliance in Asia’s energy mix? What role will Japan play in establishing a regional framework for low-carbon LNG certification and emissions reduction in the natural gas sector? How can Japan’s investment in decarbonised gas technologies influence long-term LNG demand and supply dynamics in Asia?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Explore the critical role technology and partnerships will play in creating a robust regional gas market to advance the energy transition. </p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Accelerating infrastructure interconnectivity to meet growing energy demands",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Energy port infrastructure in Japan and Southeast Asia is rapidly expanding to meet growing energy demands and support the transition to cleaner energy sources. Japan is enhancing its LNG infrastructure, with investments in regasification terminals and LNG-fired power plants. Southeast Asia is diversifying its energy infrastructure with significant developments in hydropower in Laos, solar power potential in Indonesia, and new LNG terminals in Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam. Kobe Port has Japan’s first hydrogen import terminal, crucial for expanding the hydrogen economy. Regional cooperation is also increasing, focusing on power grids, gas infrastructure and EV charging stations to ensure energy security and sustainability. Where should the short-to-mid-term balance be found between investments in stable, existing infrastructures and newer, cleaner energy sources? How can financial institutions bridge the infrastructure gap in Asia Pacific? What role can green and smart infrastructure play in reducing emissions?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of the existing infrastructure in Japan and Southeast Asia and how it is expanding to meet energy demands and support cleaner energy transitions. </p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Unlocking energy transition opportunities in shipping",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan’s future shipping strategy for energy aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through significant investments in clean fuels like hydrogen and ammonia, the development of zero-emission ships, and improvements in energy efficiency. The strategy involves collaboration with stakeholders across the energy, port and shipbuilding industries, as well as regulatory support from international bodies like the International Maritime Organization. Realisation of the IMO’s 2030 emissions reduction target will depend on fuel availability as well as shipboard technology, which both face significant challenges scaling up and expanding their usage. Will sufficient volumes of ammonia and methanol be available to hit 2030 targets? What is the long-term decarbonisation pathway by 2050 and its implications for shipping? How is the carbon supply chain expanding throughout Asia? What are the commercial opportunities and who stands to benefit? How is appetite for green corridors and ammonia progressing? Will the Singapore cluster prove a success?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Examine Japan’s future shipping strategy and how it intends to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through investments in clean fuels, zero-emission ships and energy efficiency.</p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Achieving a net-zero future: Strategic directions and innovations in nuclear power",
"sessionDescription": "<p>With domestic energy demand forecast to grow significantly in the coming years, nuclear energy will remain a key component of Japan’s strategy to balance environmental conservation, economic growth and energy security. The sector faces significant challenges, including managing aging infrastructure, overcoming public opposition and addressing nuclear waste management. At the same time, nuclear power will help realise Japan’s multi-fuel, multi-technology decarbonisation approach by supporting the development of green hydrogen, green ammonia and low-carbon fuels produced from captured carbon. Similarly, Japan’s leadership in research can help it to unlock economic growth and new commercial opportunities, both domestically and across Asia. How can Japan leverage advancements in nuclear technology, such as small modular reactors (SMRs) and next-generation reactors, to enhance safety and efficiency? How can the government and industry address public concerns and opposition to nuclear energy, building trust and transparency? What are the latest developments in fission technology?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Analyse Japan’s strategy to leverage advancements in nuclear technology to enhance safety and efficiency, address public concerns and support its multi-fuel, multi-technology decarbonisation approach.</p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Empowering Asia: Financing the future of clean energy",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan’s transition will require new technology, new business models and new financing tools to achieve the governments ambitious net zero targets. From renewable energy and offshore floating wind to green hydrogen and ammonia, Japan has committed to developing a range of technologies and fuels to support the transition. Its multinational businesses have a history of investing internationally and are increasingly applying their engineering expertise to critical sectors such as metals and mining, batteries, carbon capture and waste-to-energy infrastructure. Scaling low-carbon technologies rapidly will require an equally innovative approach to finance, including government incentives and blended finance. What new clean technologies hold the most promise, and can be scaled, commercialised, and deployed quickly? Carrot vs stick regimen: how do the US and EU approaches differ, and what lessons can be learnt in Asia? How are business models changing to accept more risk on new projects?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain insights into how Japan is driving public-private collaboration to rapidly scale, commercialise and deploy clean technologies, and what lessons can be learned from the US and EU approaches.</p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Power markets: Creating a reliable, affordable, and integrated electricity system through markets and market-like mechanisms",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Cross-border electricity trade improves market efficiency, benefiting consumers, and supporting sustainable development. In the ASEAN region, deeper integration of power markets will help accelerate new projects by sharing expertise, increase affordability with competitive pricing, and harmonise regulatory frameworks to foster new collaboration. Closer digital integration of energy markets also provides commercial advantages, including improved efficiency, cost savings, demand-side flexibility, and new revenue streams. How can Southeast Asian countries better harmonise policies and regulations to harmonise cross-border power trading? What digital innovations will unlock most value, and how can Japan’s technological leadership facilitate this? How can legacy infrastructure be transformed to help transition to a modern power market?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how an effective, and integrated, regional power market will provide affordable and robust energy supply, whilst driving innovation and societal benefits.</p>",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Women in Energy: Increasing representation in the energy industry to foster innovation, address skills shortages, and strengthen competitiveness",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Despite making up 39% of the global labour force, women only account for 16% of the traditional energy sector, according to the IEA. As the global energy industry embraces new ideas, technologies, and fuels, increasing diversity and representation in the workforce is essential to fully realising their benefits. This creates an obvious opportunity loss for both women and the sector. This creates an obvious opportunity loss for both women and the sector.</p>\n<p>Greater representation through the diversity engendered by varied perspectives and experiences is crucial for fostering the necessary innovation required by the transition for successful outcomes. At this stage of the transition’s trajectory there are many urgent questions to be asked requiring definitive responses by the sector. How can the energy sector attract more female talent to not only address skill shortages and enhance competitiveness but also offer women real and equitable career pathways? Can women who have moved on from the sector be encouraged to return and if so, what do these strategies look like? What strategies can be implemented to increase women’s representation in leadership roles in the energy industry beyond middle management?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how to effectively increase diversity and representation in the energy sector to foster innovation, address skill shortages, and enhance competitiveness.</p>",
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"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Putting a price on carbon to achieve emissions reduction and finance the low-carbon economy",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Carbon pricing is a powerful mechanism to drive the shift towards a sustainable energy future, making carbon-intensive activities more costly and promoting cleaner energy alternatives. By assigning a cost to carbon emissions, businesses and individuals are incentivised to reduce their carbon footprint and invest in renewable energy sources, with the revenue generated reinvested into sustainable projects and support for communities affected by the transition. Additionally, carbon pricing provides clear market signals, guiding long-term investments towards low-carbon technologies and helping countries meet their international climate commitments. How can countries in Asia coordinate their carbon pricing policies to avoid market distortions and ensure a level playing field? How can governments gain public support for carbon pricing, especially when it may lead to higher costs for consumers? What price is needed to fully incentivise new clean investment and technology adoption, and how can we get to it?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how countries in Asia can better coordinate their carbon pricing policies to avoid market distortions and ensure a level playing field, whilst stimulating investment in clean technology.</p>",
"startTime": "15:15",
"endTime": "16:00",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Type": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Putting a price on carbon to achieve emissions reduction and finance the low-carbon economy",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
},
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: E-methane & SAF: Powering Asia’s energy transition with alternative fuels ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>The e-fuel, biofuel and synthetic fuels market in Asia is expected to experience significant growth by 2025, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.9%, with SAF and e-methane both supported by government policies in Japan. ANA and JAL are working towards promoting SAF as part of their decarbonisation strategy, but its high-cost relative to conventional jet fuel, and challenges scaling up global production mean significant investment in production capacity and infrastructure are needed to meet growing demand. E-methane benefits from being compatible with existing LNG infrastructure, but challenges remain around scaling production, increasing the efficiency of these processes and reducing their energy usage. What role will e-fuels and synth-fuels, include e-methane, play in Japan’s future energy mix? How can regulation, incentives and policy promote e-methane? What technological innovations are required to improve the efficiency and scalability of alternative fuel production processes? What are the advantages and challenges of considering biofuels as a bridging solution given the current high cost of hydrogen-based energy products?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand what role government can play in promoting and incentivising the use and production of e-methane and SAF in Japan, and what infrastructure, technology and processes will help reduce the cost of production. </p>",
"startTime": "14:30",
"endTime": "15:15",
"date": "2025-06-19",
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"Type": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: E-methane & SAF: Powering Asia’s energy transition with alternative fuels ",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Achieving carbon neutrality by 2050: Putting METIs 7th Strategic Energy Plan into action",
"sessionDescription": "<p>METIs 7th Strategic Energy Plan represents a critical blueprint for Japan, creating a comprehensive roadmap to address global energy security, climate action, and technological innovation. Key areas of focus include the rapid expansion of renewable energy, particularly offshore wind and solar, as well as groundbreaking advancements in hydrogen and ammonia as alternative fuels. The plan also emphasises the role of nuclear energy in ensuring energy security, alongside digitalisation and smart grid technologies for optimising energy efficiency and integrating diverse energy sources. Central to the strategy is Japan’s ambitious commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, striking a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability. How can Japan ensure a stable and cost-effective supply of LNG and natural gas to power growth through the transition? How can Japan leverage international collaboration to advance hydrogen, ammonia, and other emerging energy technologies? What role will digitalisation and AI play in optimising energy systems and achieving the goals of the 7th Energy Strategy?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>The discussion will explore METIs revised energy strategy, how best to implement it, and the implications for the global energy transition.</p>\n<p> </p>",
"startTime": "10:00",
"endTime": "10:45",
"date": "2025-06-20",
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"Type": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Achieving carbon neutrality by 2050: Putting METIs 7th Strategic Energy Plan into action",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Building a market for green products: Japan’s pathway to a sustainable GX economy",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan is taking a bold step toward green transformation (GX) by establishing a market for low-emission products, spearheaded by METI in collaboration with the GX League, a coalition of over 700 companies committed to carbon neutrality. The \"GX Initiative Declaration\" encourages businesses to commit to purchasing and using green products to drive stable demand, with an initial focus on green steel, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), electric vehicles, bio-based chemicals, hydrogen, and ammonia. However, challenges remain in scaling adoption, ensuring affordability, and aligning incentives across industries. How can Japan ensure sufficient demand to sustain a competitive green product market? What policy and financial mechanisms are needed to make green products cost-effective, and provide stability to offtakes? How can Japan’s GX market align with global sustainability initiatives to drive broader impact, and what lessons can be learnt from international initiatives?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how Japan is building a market for green products through the GX Initiative, tackling challenges in demand, affordability, and global alignment to drive a sustainable economy.</p>\n<p> </p>",
"startTime": "10:45",
"endTime": "11:30",
"date": "2025-06-20",
"speakerModeratorCollection": [],
"Type": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Building a market for green products: Japan’s pathway to a sustainable GX economy",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
},
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: From sun to sea: Harnessing Asia’s renewable potential to drive sustainable growth ",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Asia is experiencing a significant shift towards renewable energy, driven by its diverse climates and abundant natural resources. The region's energy demand is rapidly increasing, with Southeast Asia alone accounting for 25% of the global energy demand growth projected by 2035. Effective collaboration will be key to maximising the benefit of new supply, helping to establish new policy frameworks, investment strategies, and technologies. What are the most promising renewable energy sources in Asia, and how can they be effectively harnessed? How can countries balance economic growth with environmental sustainability in their pursuit of renewable energy? What are the major technological advancements driving the renewable energy sector, and how can they be implemented at scale?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Gain an understanding of how Asia’s shift towards renewable energy will require effective collaboration to develop policy frameworks, investment strategies, and technologies to harness renewable sources while balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability.</p>",
"startTime": "11:30",
"endTime": "12:15",
"date": "2025-06-20",
"speakerModeratorCollection": [],
"Type": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: From sun to sea: Harnessing Asia’s renewable potential to drive sustainable growth ",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
},
{
"Title": "NETWORKING LUNCH BREAK",
"sessionDescription": "",
"startTime": "12:15",
"endTime": "13:00",
"date": "2025-06-20",
"speakerModeratorCollection": [],
"Type": "NETWORKING LUNCH BREAK",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
},
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: The role of batteries in sustainable energy solutions",
"sessionDescription": "<p>Japan’s strategy for energy storage and batteries focuses on expanding domestic production to 150 GWh annually by 2030, advancing technologies like lithium-ion and all-solid-state batteries, and supporting renewable energy integration through battery energy storage systems (BESS). The government has also committed to creating a sustainable battery supply chain, promoting recycling, and ensuring ethical material procurement. Large-scale storage projects aim to stabilise the grid as renewable energy sources increase, ensuring robust supply. What role will battery energy storage systems (BESS) play in supporting Japan’s renewable energy goals? How can advanced battery technologies and smart grid solutions ensure a stable and efficient energy supply? How is Japan addressing the challenges of integrating large-scale battery storage into the national grid?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Analyse how Japan is planning to expand its energy storage and battery production to support renewable energy integration and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. </p>",
"startTime": "13:00",
"endTime": "13:45",
"date": "2025-06-20",
"speakerModeratorCollection": [],
"Type": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: The role of batteries in sustainable energy solutions",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
},
{
"Title": "CHAIR’S CLOSING REMARKS ",
"sessionDescription": "",
"startTime": "15:15",
"endTime": "15:30",
"date": "2025-06-20",
"speakerModeratorCollection": [],
"Type": "CHAIR’S CLOSING REMARKS ",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
},
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"Title": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Building a resilient supply chain for critical minerals to support the clean energy transition",
"sessionDescription": "<p>To support the growth of renewable energy, battery storage technologies, Japan has prioritised securing a stable supply of critical minerals such as cobalt, lithium, and nickel. This effort includes international agreements like the Japan-U.S. Critical Minerals Agreement, which aims to diversify and strengthen supply chains. How is Japan collaborating with global partners to build robust supply chains for minerals, and can it become comfortable with a China-dominated supply chain? What strategies can be adopted to attract investment and financing for critical mineral projects, especially in politically and economically unstable regions? What policies and technologies can be promoted to enhance the recycling of critical minerals and support a circular economy? How will Japan ensure a sustainable and ethical supply chain for battery materials?</p>\n<p><strong>Attendee Insights:</strong></p>\n<p>Understand how Japan and other Asian countries can build resilient supply chains, ensure environmental and social standards, foster technological innovation, attract investment and navigate geopolitical risks to secure critical minerals.</p>",
"startTime": "13:45",
"endTime": "14:30",
"date": "2025-06-20",
"speakerModeratorCollection": [],
"Type": "LEADERSHIP PANEL: Building a resilient supply chain for critical minerals to support the clean energy transition",
"Category": "Strategic Conference"
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