ASIATODAY.ID, KUALA LUMPUR – The 5th ASEAN International Conference on Energy and Environment (AICEE) was successfully held on October 15, 2025, alongside the 25th ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF-25) and the 43rd ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Malaysia.
Hosted by the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) Malaysia and organised by the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), the 5th AICEE served as a key platform to bring together researchers and policymakers with government and industry leaders.
Aligned with Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship, the 5th AICEE adopted the theme “Sustainable Energy for ASEAN’s Prosperity: Innovation, Inclusivity, and Regional Cooperation.” The conference came at a pivotal time as ASEAN endorsed a new cycle of the region’s energy blueprint—the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2026-2030—spotlighting research and innovation to accelerate the shift toward a sustainable and resilient energy future. The findings of the 5th AICEE will provide inputs and guidance for implementing the next APAEC.
The conference garnered over 500 abstract submissions under six main topics:
1. Low Carbon and Emerging Technologies: Addressing the transformation of fossil fuel sustainability through advancing diverse low-carbon technologies and renewables.
2. Energy Efficiency Technologies: Discussing the crucial role of energy management in optimizing systems and shaping regulatory frameworks that promote energy-efficient solutions.
3. Regional Energy Cooperation and Interconnection: Emphasizing the importance of strengthening cross-sectoral regional energy cooperation for a secure, accessible, and interconnected ASEAN energy system.
4. Just and Inclusive Energy Transition: Highlighting the advancement of an equitable energy transition through inclusive policies, governance, and socio-economic opportunities.
5. Energy, Environment, and Climate Policy: Underscoring the need to drive sustainable energy policies for emission reduction, environmental protection, and climate resilience.
6. Energy Investment: Focusing on accelerating green investment and carbon pricing for a low-carbon future.
Dr. Zulfikar Yurnaidi, Head of Energy Modelling and Policy Planning (MPP) Department at ACE, expressed his enthusiasm for the conference:
“As the region endorses the new APAEC 2026-2030, the 5th AICEE serves as a platform to bridge the gap between academia, policymakers, and businesses. We are delighted to see more than 500 abstract submissions, reflecting the region’s growing commitment to research, innovation, and collaboration in advancing sustainable energy solutions for ASEAN’s future.”
Dr Nuki Agya Utama, Director of the Asia Zero Emission Centre of the Economic Research Institute of ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), also made his remarks during the Soft Opening Ceremony of the ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF-25) to officially open the 5th AICEE: “This year’s theme reminds us that the energy transition is not only central to ASEAN sustainable growth, but also to our collective resilience and competitiveness. ERIA is proud to serve as a trusted partner in this journey.”
The conference also featured leading figures from academia, government, and industry, including:
Afiza binti Idris, Director, Energy Division, Ministry of Economy
Shah Rizal Dahlan, Vice President, Group Project Delivery, Project Delivery & Technology (PD&T), PETRONAS
Woo Wing Thye, Vice President of Asia & Head of Kuala Lumpur Office, UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network Southeast Asia
Dr. Sufian Jusoh, Vice Chancellor, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohammad Fani bin Sulaima, Dean, Faculty of Electrical Technology Engineering, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka
Ir. Dr. Haslenda Bt. Hashim, Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
The 5th AICEE was supported by the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) and facilitated by several academic partners and co-host institutions, including Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Institute of Energy Policy & Research (IEPRe) of Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM), and the Solar Energy Research Institute (SERI) of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
Additional support came from academic partners such as the ASEAN Climate Change and Energy Project (ACCEPT), UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network of Sunway University, Ateneo de Manila University, and Caraga State University.
In a fitting finale, the conference celebrated excellence and honouring individuals that have demonstrated outstanding performance through the Awarding Ceremony of the 5th AICEE. The prestigious awards were presented by Dato’ Razib Dawood, Executive Director of the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), who personally gave awards to the seven Best Presenters (Oral and Poster) in recognition of their achievements.
The ceremony highlights a celebratory end to the event, highlighting the dedication and innovation from scholars that defined the conference. (AT Network)
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