Main Conference Day 2


9:00 am - 9:10 am Welcome & Housekeeping Address by Asia Energy Week

  • Discussing the benefits and challenges of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for financing, constructing, and operating floating power, energy storage, and hydrogen projects 
  • Analysing successful PPP models implemented in other regions and explore their applicability to the Asian context 
  • Facilitating interaction between government agencies, private companies, and investors to foster collaboration for clean energy project development 

Mohit Sharma

Senior Vice President - Technical
Marubeni Corporation (Singapore)

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Teresa Teixeira

Head of Origination
EDP Renewables APAC

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Ganesan Kumarprasad

Technology Foresight Manager, Technology & New Product Development
Seatrium

9:50 am - 10:20 am 24/7 Carbon Energy Free: Building Resiliency by Achieving Net Zero Target Around The Clock

Henry Zhu - Project Manager (Energy Management), EDF

This session explores strategies to achieve round-the-clock clean energy, including hydrogen and wind power, while incentivising energy storage and regional power integration. 

  • Understanding how clean energy can is the fast-track to Net Zero such as Hydrogen, Wind, etc. 
  • Incentivising the development of the energy storage by allowing the arbitraging of the low carbon energy.  
  • Discussing the locationality feature of EAC that adopt 24/7 CFE will also incentivise the development of the regional power interconnections 
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Henry Zhu

Project Manager (Energy Management)
EDF

10:20 am - 10:40 am Speed Networking Session

Join us in this Speed Networking Session where you will be able to meet other participants at the event!

10:40 am - 11:10 am Morning Break & Refreshments

11:10 am - 11:15 am Welcome & Housekeeping Address by Floating Power & Energy Storage

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Ganesan Kumarprasad

Technology Foresight Manager, Technology & New Product Development
Seatrium

11:20 am - 11:50 am Seatrium's Floating Energy Storage: Advancing Sustainability and Technology in Marine Applications

Ganesan Kumarprasad - Technology Foresight Manager, Technology & New Product Development, Seatrium


  • Innovative floating energy storage solutions highlighting Seatrium's advancements in marine applications 
  • Sustainability and technology integration driving successful floating energy projects implementation 
  • Real-world applications of floating energy storage systems in various marine environments 
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Ganesan Kumarprasad

Technology Foresight Manager, Technology & New Product Development
Seatrium

11:50 am - 12:20 pm Optimising Grid Connection Infrastructure for Floating Power Plants

Mohammed Reza Alhuda - Head of Energy Storage Engineering, Gentari
  • Delve into the design and engineering considerations for subsea cables, transformers, and other infrastructure needed to efficiently connect floating farms to the grid  
  • Discuss cost-effective solutions, minimizing transmission losses over long distances, and adapting existing infrastructure for floating applications 
  • Understand the factors to consider for a successful grid connectivity  
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Mohammed Reza Alhuda

Head of Energy Storage Engineering
Gentari

12:20 pm - 1:20 pm Networking Lunch Break


1:20 pm - 1:50 pm Grid Integration & Transmission Challenges for Floating Power in Asia

Carlos Centeno CĂłrdova - Head of Construction Utility Scale, EDP Renewables APAC
  • Looking into technical challenges of integrating floating power plants with existing grids in Asia 
  • Discussing the need for grid modernisation and infrastructure upgrades to accommodate floating power 
  • Exploring the potential of advanced grid management solutions for seamless integration 
  • Highlighting case studies of successful grid integration strategies for floating power project. 
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Carlos Centeno CĂłrdova

Head of Construction Utility Scale
EDP Renewables APAC

1:50 pm - 2:20 pm Financing & Investment Strategies for Floating Power & Grid-Connected Energy Storage

Jonathan Ne Win - Vice President, MUFG



  • Identifying optimal financing structures (debt, equity, and hybrid models) to support floating power projects and energy storage integration with the grid 
  • Exploring government incentives and regulatory frameworks that facilitate investment in grid-connected floating power solutions 
  • Unlocking private sector participation, including private equity, institutional investors, and development banks, to accelerate infrastructure development 
  • Enhancing grid stability and connectivity by financing energy storage solutions that support intermittent renewable generation from floating power projects 
  • Addressing financial risks and de-risking mechanisms, including insurance solutions and contractual frameworks for grid-connected floating energy projects 


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Jonathan Ne Win

Vice President
MUFG

2:20 pm - 2:50 pm Afternoon Break & Refreshments

  • Discussing the potential of floating power plants to provide reliable and clean energy access to remote island communities and regions with limited grid infrastructure 
  • Evaluating the economic feasibility and scalability of mini-grid solutions powered by floating power plants and energy storage for remote locations 
  • Exploring case studies of successful mini-grid projects utilising floating power in island nations and remote communities 
  • Discussing the social and economic benefits of providing clean and reliable energy access through floating power mini-grid solutions 

2:50 pm - 3:20 pm Future Trends in Grid Connectivity for Floating Power

Sabillah Muchammad - Portfolio Management Analyst, PT PLN


Uncover innovative methods for seamlessly integrating floating power into the evolving grid by with the potential of AI, Blockchain, etc. 

  • Uncover future-proof methods for seamlessly connecting floating power plants to the evolving grid infrastructure 
  • Explore the potential of AI, blockchain, and advanced converters to optimise grid integration and unlock smarter energy management 
  • Discuss how floating power can be a game-changer in shaping a clean, resilient, and decentralised future grid 
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Sabillah Muchammad

Portfolio Management Analyst
PT PLN


This session addresses the challenges hindering hydrogen's growth in Asia, focusing on infrastructure, financing, technology, and production costs. 

Discussing potential pitfalls and challenges to overcome for hydrogen to become a significant power source 

  • Understanding key infrastructure and financing gaps with high production costs  
  • Reviewing the technology landscape for Hydrogen projects – and how Asia can have an advantage  

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Mathieu Geze

Director Asia-Pacific
HDF Energy

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Roy van Oevelen

Business Development Director,
Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association of Singapore

3:50 pm - 4:20 pm Future Outlook: Capitalising on the Burgeoning Asian Hydrogen Market

Sam Chua - Principal Advisory, Rystad Energy


This session explores the future of the Asian hydrogen market, discussing trends, technological advancements, and the potential for long-term transformation. 

  • Discussing the anticipated trajectory of hydrogen project development in Asia based on market trends, technological advancements, and policy developments 
  • Identifying potential game-changers and disruptive forces that could reshape the landscape in the coming years 
  • Evaluating the long-term potential of hydrogen to transform the regional energy landscape and unlock a sustainable future 
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Sam Chua

Principal Advisory
Rystad Energy

3:50 pm - 3:50 pm Chairperson’s Closing Remarks & End of Conference

Ganesan Kumarprasad - Technology Foresight Manager, Technology & New Product Development, Seatrium


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Ganesan Kumarprasad

Technology Foresight Manager, Technology & New Product Development
Seatrium