MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The 19th Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2024, hosted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and co-organized with USAID and KEA, is convening in Manila from June 3-7. The forum, themed “Accelerating the Clean Energy Transition and Ensuring Energy Security and Affordability – Time for Urgent Action Now,” addresses the complex challenges facing the global energy landscape.

Key takeaways from ACEF 2024 include:

• Urgent Need for Action: The energy crisis disproportionately affects vulnerable communities, emphasizing the urgency of transitioning to clean energy solutions.
• Collaboration and Innovation: The forum facilitates knowledge sharing and collaboration among stakeholders to develop and finance innovative clean energy projects.
• Focus on Practical Solutions: Discussions center around policy frameworks, business models, and financing solutions to improve energy security and affordability.

With participation from government agencies, private sector entities, financiers, and NGOs, ACEF 2024 serves as a crucial platform for advancing clean energy initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region. The outcomes of this forum will shape the future of energy in the region, promoting sustainability and affordability.