2022 Agenda

9:00 — 10:30 AM

Welcome Address

Welcome to REM™ Asia
Jennifer Martin, Executive Director, Center for Resource Solutions (CRS)

Keynote Address

Tze-Luen Alan Lin, Deputy Executive Director, Office of Energy and Carbon Reduction, Executive Yuan, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Tze-Luen Alan Lin is Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and Graduate Institute of Public Affairs at the National Taiwan University. Since 2016, he also serves as Deputy Executive Director, Office of Energy and Carbon Reduction at the Executive Yuan(Premier’s Office), Taiwan. He is one of the leading forces in the administration to plan and implement renewable energy targets and carbon reduction efforts, helping to coordinate the different ministries and agencies involved. For over a decade, Dr. Lin has attended the United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC) as an observer/advisor, and has been a leading advocate for local/urban actions on energy transition, climate action and sustainable development. His research interests focus broadly on the realms of global environmental politics, energy and climate policy, citizen participation, deliberative democracy, and urban governance.

Renewable Energy Markets™ Asia Awards Presentation

Join us in celebrating and congratulating organizations, initiatives, and/or individuals that are demonstrating leadership in driving clean energy adoption in Asia.

Power Table

Don't miss this lively and informative conversation by major players regarding the highly dynamic landscape for renewable energy markets and market growth opportunities in Asia.

Speakers

• Masaya Ishida, Senior Manager, Business Alliance, Renewable Energy Institute (REI), Moderator
• Jennifer Martin, Executive Director, Center for Resource Solutions (CRS)
• Mylene C. Capongcol, Director, Philippines Department of Energy
• Bessma Aljarbou, Program Lead, Supplier Clean Energy Program, Apple
• Bernard Casey, Chief Operating Officer APAC, Mainstream Renewable Power

10:30 — 11:00 AM

NETWORKING BREAK

11:00 — 12:00 PM

Renewable Energy in Asia: Effectively Engaging Supply Chain Partners

Corporates seeking to reduce their scope 3 emissions must engage their supply chains to most effectively integrate renewable energy solutions into their operations. A significant portion of the world’s supply chain resides in Asia, where renewable energy opportunities are still nascent and suppliers have limited exposure to the full breadth of renewable energy options. Recognizing the environment in Asia is very complex, our panel will discuss key takeaways from our collective experience in how to engage supply chain partners. We’ll also share ways we can influence and support the implementation of practical solutions.

Speakers

• Valerie Choy, Associate Principal, Schneider Electric, Moderator
• Mark Shorrock, CEO, Shire Oak International
• Jan van Rompay, Senior Director Sustainability, Lumileds

11:00 — 12:00 PM

24x7 Clean Energy Procurement Options and Expanding Data Access

Learn about the emerging landscape of options for procuring clean energy matched on a 24x7 hour basis. Presenters will discuss global and regional perspectives.

Speakers

• Todd Jones, Director, Policy, Center for Resource Solutions (CRS), Moderator
• Stephen Chan, Director, Strategic Planning & Regulatory Affairs, CLP Power
• Chris Pennington, Director Energy and Sustainability, Iron Mountain

11:00 — 12:00 PM

How to Ensure the Clean Energy Transition in Asia is Responsible and Equitable

Renewable energy development is quickly expanding across Asia. This session will cover environmental considerations, as well as issues related to human rights and labor.

Speakers

• Sarah Mihalecz, Senior Director, Education & Engagement, Clean Energy Buyers Alliance (CEBA), Moderator
• Gabe Wynn, Program Manager, Green Empowerment
• Deepak Krishnan, Associate Director for WRI India's Energy Program, WRI

9:00 – 9:45 AM

Welcome Back

Keynote Address

Felix William B. Fuentebella, Senior Undersecretary, Philippines Department of Energy

Global and Regional Trends in Voluntary Renewable Energy Procurement

The voluntary market is one of the most complex and dynamic sources of renewable energy demand in the world. This session will focus on recent trends in regional and global demand for renewable energy, including product and purchaser types. We will also focus on the importance of Green-e® certification for the voluntary market. We’ll also discuss how corporate buyers are engaging with governments on market reforms.

Speakers

• Nicholas Fedson, Senior Analyst Renewable Energy, CDP
• Chip Wood, Director, Strategic Partnerships, Center for Resource Solutions (CRS

Introductory Remarks by Scott Eidson, Vice President of Environmental Markets, 3Degrees

9:45 – 10:15 AM

NETWORKING BREAK

10:15 – 11:15 AM

New Clean Energy Procurement Options

Over the last year, a handful of new clean energy procurement models have emerged in Asia. This session will cover the development of Malaysia's Green Tariff option, Green Energy Option Program in the Philippines, and direct power purchase agreements (DPPAs) in Vietnam. The panel will also discuss recent developments in South Korea. Attendees will come away with a clear understanding of how to access clean power in markets that were previously considered "EAC only" options.

Speakers

• Roble Poe Velasco-Rosenheim, Director, Asia and the Pacific, I-REC Standard, Moderator
• Ryan Russell, Managing Director, Head of Global Alternative Investments Department, Mirae Asset Securities
• Tung Ho, Clean Energy Manager, Allotrope Partners

10:15 – 11:15 AM

Exploring Market Boundaries in Southeast Asia

Market boundaries can create both obstacles and opportunities for corporate renewable energy buyers. For example, demand for renewable energy in Singapore exceeds supply, which limits the availability of renewable energy and significantly increases pricing. CDP and RE100 market boundary criteria currently require consumption in Singapore to be matched with in-country production, and this can represent a significant barrier for companies with 100% renewable energy targets. By contrast, a local standard has recently been introduced in Singapore; it provides additional guidance on renewable energy procurement, and it introduces a more flexible market boundary. This session will build off this example to explore market boundary criteria in the ASEAN grid region.

Speakers

• Noah Bucon, Regulatory Affairs Manager, 3Degrees, Moderator
• Jen Wee Kang, Founder & CEO, T-RECs.ai
• Jane Tay, Head of PPA Origination and Energy Offtake, ib vogt GmbH

10:15 – 11:15 AM

Offering Green Power Options: Successful Strategies for Regulated Utilities

This session will explore product offering types for regulated utilities. What types of oversight are helpful for government regulators to provide for these voluntary programs? What are best practices for marketing renewable energy to residential consumers? How do offerings for commercial and industrial (C&I) customers differ from residential customers? Why are green tariffs an attractive product for C&I customers?

Speakers

• Michael Leschke, Director, Certification Programs, Center for Resource Solutions (CRS), Moderator
• Gina Lisdiani, Director, Allotrope Indonesia, Allotrope Partners
• Anand Kumar, Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), (retired

11:15 – 11:30 AM

NETWORKING BREAK

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Focused Sessions

• Country Spotlight: Vietnam
  Led by Giles Cooper, Partner, Allens Linklater
• Country Spotlight: South Korea
  Led by Tae-Han Kim, Researcher, Korea Sustainability Investing Forum (Kosif)
• The Clean Energy Demand Initiative (CEDI)
  Led by Katy Clarke, Energy Transformation, Bureau of Energy Resources U.S. Department of State
• Data and Technology Solutions to Drive Decarbonization
  Led by Jen-Wee Kang, Founder, T-RECs.ai

9:00 – 10:00 AM

Corporate Buyer Perspectives 2.0: Insights from Renewable Energy Buyers

Renewable energy commitments continue to grow in many regions based largely on demand from local and multinational corporations. This panel will explore what buyers need and are looking for in Asian markets to meet their aggressive global sustainability goals. We’ll also discuss how corporate buyers are engaging with governments on market reforms.

Speakers

• Julie Casabianca, Manager, Transaction Accelerator Program, Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA), Moderator
• Ken Haig, Head of Energy and Environment Policy, Asia-Pacific region and Japan, Amazon Web Services (AWS
• Ron Horng, Vice President and Chief Environment Officer, Foxconn
• Urvi Parekh, Director, Renewable Energy, Meta

Introductory Remarks by CLP Power

10:00 – 10:15 AM

NETWORKING BREAK

10:15 – 11:15 AM

Policy Roundup: Leading Change in Asia

Government policies can be transformative for shaping renewable energy markets. Join us to learn about policy interactions and best practices to accelerate renewable energy markets, including the intersection of renewable energy and carbon policies. We’ll discuss the latest renewable energy policy updates in Taiwan, R.O.C. Attendees will also learn about the impact in Asia from the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.

Speakers

• Rachael Terada, Director, Technical Projects, Center for Resource Solutions (CRS), Moderator
• Helen Yang, Senior Analyst, Institute for Information Industry
• Nidhi Gangavarapu, Corporate Renewable Energy Specialist, Apala Group

10:15 – 11:15 AM

Market Spotlight: Taiwan R.O.C.

Taiwan has been an early adopter of policies and market infrastructure to support corporate renewable energy transactions. The government has also introduced legislation obligating large electricity users to procure renewable energy in recent years. While price challenges exist for many procurement options, there are potential transaction opportunities in the market today that can support corporate and supply chain decarbonization efforts. Attendees will learn about the latest developments in the market, including Taiwan's T-REC mechanism.

Speakers

• Orrin Cook, Founder & Managing Director, The Apala Group (Speaker and Moderator
• Chun Tai Shih, Manager, National Renewable Energy Certification Center
• Roger Tseng, Practice Leader / Partner, Ernst & Young Climate Change and Sustainability Services

Introductory Remarks by ETtek

10:15 – 11:15 AM

The Evolving Renewable Energy Landscape in Japan

Policy and market changes continue to expand renewable options in Japan, though the market continues to be challenging for companies seeking to bring new renewable energy to the grid. In this session, Kae Takase will discuss how RE100 and CDP are working to aim policies and company actions in a positive direction over the coming years, and Erin Craig will follow with an outline of recent changes to the certificate system and policy environment for companies seeking nearterm options.

Speakers

• Erin Craig, Vice President, 3Degrees, Moderator
• Kae Takase, Associate Director, CDP Japan

11:15 – 11:30 AM

NETWORKING BREAK

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Focused Sessions

• Country Spotlight: Philippines
  Led by Clares Loren Jalocon, Head, Corporate Planning and Communications Department, Philippines Electricity Market Corporation (PEMC)
• Decarbonizing Heating: Electrification and Using Renewable Energy in Thermal Applications
  Led by Ali Hasanbeigi, Founder, CEO & Research Director, Global Efficiency Intelligence
• Introduction to Green-e® Certification
  Led by Judy Chen, Manager, Certification Programs, CRS
• Corporate PPAs in China: Emerging Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges
  Led by Yuhuan Shen, Managing Consultant, Renewable Energy Solutions, South Pole