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I am currently Manager of the Power, Fossil Fuel, Alternative Energy and Storage of the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE). I lead the work on the development of the 6th ASEAN Energy Outlook (AEO6), the flagship study on energy projection in the region; the ASEAN Interconnection Masterplan Study (AIMS) III for the ASEAN Power Grid (APG), a regional blueprint for electricity interconnection in the region through higher penetration of renewable energy; and the ASEAN Climate Change and Energy Project (ACCEPT), the first integrated project on energy and climate change in ASEAN.
A large potential exists in the Southeast Asia region for deployment of high-efficiency, low-emission (HELE) electricity generation technologies. A cost–benefit analysis of HELE technologies compared to the less efficient subcritical electricity generation plants is thus carried out to find a persuasive scenario supporting quicker transition from subcritical stations towards HELE technologies in the region. A levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) analysis is carried out for both technologies under four potential policy scenarios. Scenario 1 does not take into consideration any carbon pricing or costs associated with the desulphurization (deSOx) and denitrification (deNOx) facilities. Scenario 2 (Scenario 3) incorporates carbon pricing (costs associated with the deSOx and deNOx facilities), and Scenario 4 includes both carbon pricing and costs associated with the deSOx and deNOx facilities. Under each scenario, a sensitivity analysis is performed to evaluate the uncertainty affecting the future coal prices. This study demonstrates that HELE technologies are competitive against the subcritical plants under all four scenarios and both the technologies derive benefit from lifetime extensions and low coal prices. It is revealed that future deployments of HELE technologies can be best expedited by factoring in carbon pricing in LCOE costs of coal-fired power plants under Scenario 2.
Hassan Ali; Han Phoumin; Steven Weller; Beni Suryadi. Cost–Benefit Analysis of HELE and Subcritical Coal-Fired Electricity Generation Technologies in Southeast Asia. Sustainability 2021, 13, 1591 .
AMA StyleHassan Ali, Han Phoumin, Steven Weller, Beni Suryadi. Cost–Benefit Analysis of HELE and Subcritical Coal-Fired Electricity Generation Technologies in Southeast Asia. Sustainability. 2021; 13 (3):1591.
Chicago/Turabian StyleHassan Ali; Han Phoumin; Steven Weller; Beni Suryadi. 2021. "Cost–Benefit Analysis of HELE and Subcritical Coal-Fired Electricity Generation Technologies in Southeast Asia." Sustainability 13, no. 3: 1591.
This chapter provides the updated renewable energy (RE) policy and development for ten ASEAN Member States (AMS). In 2015, ASEAN renewable energy’s share in total primary energy supply (TPES) has reached 13.6% (ASEAN Centre for Energy 2017). Specifically, on power sector, its share has amounted to 21.7% of total power generation, coming from 24.3% installed renewable-based power plant. Under the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2016–2025, ASEAN aspires to reach 23% of renewable energy (RE) share by 2025 on its TPES. To reach this target, AMS has embarked various policies at national level to support the development and deployment of renewable energy technology. As an addition, by 2025, ASEAN is expected to only increase around 17% of their RE share if the current existing policies are followed as identified in REmap study developed by IRENA and ACE. In fulfilling this six percentage-point gap, some advanced policies are recommended through this chapter, upon the reviews of ASEAN historical data and the updates of RE policies in all AMS.
Aloysius Damar Pranadi; Beni Suryadi; Badariah Yosiyana. Status on Renewable Energy Policy and Development in ASEAN. Smart and Sustainable Planning for Cities and Regions 2018, 3 -24.
AMA StyleAloysius Damar Pranadi, Beni Suryadi, Badariah Yosiyana. Status on Renewable Energy Policy and Development in ASEAN. Smart and Sustainable Planning for Cities and Regions. 2018; ():3-24.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAloysius Damar Pranadi; Beni Suryadi; Badariah Yosiyana. 2018. "Status on Renewable Energy Policy and Development in ASEAN." Smart and Sustainable Planning for Cities and Regions , no. : 3-24.
Three ASEAN member states, Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar (CLM)—listed as the least developed countries (LDC)—had tremendous economic growth in the last decade, higher than the ASEAN average. Unfortunately, this is also translated into the high growth of GHG emissions. Noting their vulnerable position to the impact of the climate change, the Governments have looked to a variety of low-carbon technologies (LCTs) to help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease GHG emissions. Heavily focus on the programme for the rural development and rely mostly on hydro as the main renewable energy sources, in recent years, tremendous strides have been made to advance low-carbon energy systems, as reflected in their Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). However, as the least developed countries with limited financial resources, the Governments have difficulties in innovating, scaling up investment, bringing down the system costs, implementing the right policy frameworks and interconnecting large amounts of variable renewable energy supply into the grid. To this, it is important for these countries to tap the collaboration with all, not only international development bank such as World Bank or Asian Development Bank, but also with various key knowledge partners.
Beni Suryadi; Sanjayan Velautham. INDC and Low-Carbon Technology Deployment Scenarios: Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar. Globalization of Low-Carbon Technologies 2017, 283 -331.
AMA StyleBeni Suryadi, Sanjayan Velautham. INDC and Low-Carbon Technology Deployment Scenarios: Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar. Globalization of Low-Carbon Technologies. 2017; ():283-331.
Chicago/Turabian StyleBeni Suryadi; Sanjayan Velautham. 2017. "INDC and Low-Carbon Technology Deployment Scenarios: Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar." Globalization of Low-Carbon Technologies , no. : 283-331.
Venkatachalam Anbumozhi; Sanjayan Velautham; Tsani Fauziah Rakhmah; Beni Suryadi. Clean energy transition for fueling economic integration in ASEAN. Routledge Handbook of Energy in Asia 2017, 331 -347.
AMA StyleVenkatachalam Anbumozhi, Sanjayan Velautham, Tsani Fauziah Rakhmah, Beni Suryadi. Clean energy transition for fueling economic integration in ASEAN. Routledge Handbook of Energy in Asia. 2017; ():331-347.
Chicago/Turabian StyleVenkatachalam Anbumozhi; Sanjayan Velautham; Tsani Fauziah Rakhmah; Beni Suryadi. 2017. "Clean energy transition for fueling economic integration in ASEAN." Routledge Handbook of Energy in Asia , no. : 331-347.
Myanmar’s needs: Myanmar is severely affected by energy poverty, and needs to invest a greater share of GDP in the energy sector than any other country in Asia. It is estimated to require a total of USD 650 billion by 2030 to satisfy its growing demand for energy – USD 170 billion from foreign investors and the remainder from domestic sources. Investment is needed in both the petroleum and renewable energy sectors. Due to lack of capital, technology and know how in Myanmar, much of the necessary investment will have to come from abroad. However, the World Bank ranks Myanmar’s general investment climate as only 167th out of 189 countries. This report examines the strengths and weaknesses of Myanmar’s business climate in the petroleum and renewable energy sectors: how it compares with other countries, especially in ASEAN; what matters to foreign investors; and how this situation can be improved. Not resting on one’s (new) laurels: The recent international interest in Myanmar may prove counterproductive for the country’s investment climate, if this upsurge in interest induces the government to slow down in its reform efforts. When the novelty of Myanmar wears off, that may become a problem. Indeed, possible signs of such a slowdown can be observed already. According to official data, FDI in Myanmar decreased significantly in the first four months of 2016 compared to the same period in 2015. Investors were increasingly cautious and worried about the slow pace of reform, delays in establishing a panel to approve new investment projects and the lack of clarity on the country’s new economic development strategy (DVB, 2016). This highlights the importance of working constantly to improve the investment climate and staying in close contact with investors, keeping them informed about developments. Challenges common to the petroleum and renewables sectors: Lack of data and information for market entry; fragmented institutional and regulatory framework; low levels of electricity access and digitalization; low international oil prices. Challenges in the petroleum sector: Limited supply-industry infrastructure and lack of local engineers; MOGE petroleum sector monopolization and conflicts of interest; limited geological data; complicated taxation; weak government–business communication; challenges in finding local partners; time-consuming licensing procedures; paper-based communication and lack of e-government; production-sharing agreements biased towards participation of large oil companies, excluding smaller ones; frequent changes in legislation; closed downstream market. Challenges in the renewable energy sector: No national target or legislation on renewable energy; no dedicated public agency regulating the sector; lack of business associations; subsidies for grid electricity generated from fossil fuels disadvantage off-grid renewables; access to suitable land; complex mountainous terrain and protected areas as well as political...
Roman Vakulchuk; Kyaw Kyaw Hlaing; Edward Ziwa Naing; Indra Overland; Beni Suryadi; Sanjayan Velautham. Myanmar's Attractiveness for Investment in the Energy Sector: A Comparative International Perspective. SSRN Electronic Journal 2017, 1 .
AMA StyleRoman Vakulchuk, Kyaw Kyaw Hlaing, Edward Ziwa Naing, Indra Overland, Beni Suryadi, Sanjayan Velautham. Myanmar's Attractiveness for Investment in the Energy Sector: A Comparative International Perspective. SSRN Electronic Journal. 2017; ():1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRoman Vakulchuk; Kyaw Kyaw Hlaing; Edward Ziwa Naing; Indra Overland; Beni Suryadi; Sanjayan Velautham. 2017. "Myanmar's Attractiveness for Investment in the Energy Sector: A Comparative International Perspective." SSRN Electronic Journal , no. : 1.
The report starts by presenting the numerous arguments for reducing energy subsidies, both at a general level and for Myanmar in particular. After identifying electricity pricing as the main area for potential energy subsidy reform in Myanmar, and the reasons for such reform. It then examines the experiences of other countries, drawing on a newly compiled dataset of past efforts at reforming energy subsidies, the largest such dataset ever gathered. Particular attention is paid to the experiences of other ASEAN countries. From this review of the experiences of other countries, proposals are made for how Myanmar might proceed with reforming its own electricity prices. Recommendations include a proactive communication strategy, strengthening key government institutions and the division of powers in electricity pricing, improving the production and availability of data on electricity generation costs and pricing and ensuring that key groups benefit from the revenue generated by higher electricity prices. The report argues that, despite some challenges, Myanmar is well positioned to carry out electricity subsidy reform.
Indra Overland; Beni Suryadi; U Thoung Win. Energy Subsidy Reform: An International Comparative Perspective on Myanmar. SSRN Electronic Journal 2016, 1 .
AMA StyleIndra Overland, Beni Suryadi, U Thoung Win. Energy Subsidy Reform: An International Comparative Perspective on Myanmar. SSRN Electronic Journal. 2016; ():1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIndra Overland; Beni Suryadi; U Thoung Win. 2016. "Energy Subsidy Reform: An International Comparative Perspective on Myanmar." SSRN Electronic Journal , no. : 1.