Second-life applications for EV batteries present a major opportunity for circular economy innovation in Southeast Asia. This report explores how repurposed batteries can support grid stability, reduce waste, and lower storage costs. It outlines regulatory gaps, safety standards, and pilot projects across ASEAN, offering a roadmap for integrating battery reuse into the region’s broader energy and decarbonization strategies.
Electric vehicle adoption in Viet Nam is gaining momentum – but inadequate charging infrastructure remains a key barrier. This article explores how targeted incentives for home and fast-charging solutions could reduce range anxiety and accelerate the shift to clean transport. Backed by ADB-supported research, it offers practical policy recommendations for scaling EV infrastructure across Southeast Asia.
This case study assesses the real-world benefits of a solar PV-diesel hybrid system deployed on Malalison Island. It highlights improvements in energy access, livelihood opportunities, and community resilience, demonstrating how decentralized renewable projects can drive inclusive development. The analysis provides valuable insights for replicating similar models across other off-grid and underserved areas in Southeast Asia.
Indonesia’s shift away from coal reveals critical lessons for Southeast Asia’s broader energy transition. ADB outlines the policy, regulatory, and financing challenges involved, while advocating for integrated planning, enabling technologies, and just transition strategies. This case study is a valuable reference for any country balancing decarbonization with energy security and development goals.
Analyze the economic impact of the Lotus Wind Power Project in Vietnam through this case study which highlights its contributions to GDP, employment, and long-term local earnings. The report offers practical evidence on how renewable energy projects generate development co-benefits, making a strong case for integrating economic impact modeling into project design and policy advocacy in Southeast Asia.
