What is the ASEAN Power Grid?

The ASEAN Power Grid is more than an infrastructure plan; it’s a regional cooperation framework that could transform how Southeast Asia powers its growth. With strong political will, innovative financing, and aligned regulations, APG can catalyze the energy transition, climate resilience, and economic competitiveness.

Why should ASEAN invest in power generation capacity?

ASEAN recognises the critical role of efficient, reliable and resilient electricity infrastructure in stimulating regional economic growth and development. To meet the growing electricity demand, huge investments in power generation capacity will be required.

Is ASEAN a good place to buy electricity?

ASEAN has witnessed a significant surge in electricity demand. Indonesia stands as the largest electricity consumer in the region, with a final electricity consumption of 316 TWh in 2022.

Which interconnection projects support the ASEAN Power Grid?

Interconnection projects that support the ASEAN Power Grid include the Trans-Borneo Power Grid Sarawak–West Kalimantan Interconnection Project in the BIMP-EAGA subregion, which was commissioned and energized in January 2016.

What is ASEAN's Vision for power trade?

ASEAN’s vision is to integrate the national power systems of its 10 member states to enable power trade. The ASEAN Centre for Energy says enhanced integration through the ASEAN Power Grid could “ avoid adding 154 MW of capacity, saving $1.87 billion, by 2025,” citing estimates of a 2010 study.

Why did ASEAN establish electricity interconnecting arrangements?

In recognising the potential advantages to be gained from the establishment of integrated systems, ASEAN established the electricity interconnecting arrangements within the region through the APG under the ASEAN Vision 2020 adopted in the Second ASEAN Informal Summit in Kuala Lumpur on 15 December 1997.