The
International Centre for Hydropower (ICH), together with renewable energy
provider SN Aboitiz Power (SNAP) Group recently concluded a specialized
learning course on “Energy Security and Energy Transition”, held from October
22 to 25 in Baguio City, Philippines.
The
course aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to promote
sustainable, inclusive access to energy in order to benefit communities and
foster energy democracy.
The
training brought together nineteen participants from Nepal, Cambodia, and the
Philippines, with Philippine attendees coming from various government and
regional agencies, SNAP, and AboitizPower, reflecting a collaborative
commitment to advancing sustainable energy practices in the region.
Over
the four-day program, participants engaged in sessions that provided fresh
insights and practical tools for implementing sustainable energy solutions. The
course examined energy transition within a comprehensive sustainability
framework, addressing diverse perspectives and sectors such as technology,
public policy, citizen participation, and social justice, including the role of
indigenous peoples in the energy transition. This holistic approach aimed to
create a base of shared experiences and innovative solutions adaptable to each
participant's unique context.
“The people here know best of the
challenge of meeting the global rise of energy demand, ensuring energy
security, and mitigating climate change. This training is our collective
commitment to navigating these challenges; a chance to put together the most
brilliant minds and come up with feasible, data-driven, sustainable solutions,”
SNAP President and CEO Joseph Yu said in his opening remarks. “SNAP remains
committed to responsible hydropower development, even as we explore and develop
other RE technologies. The goal is to continuously minimize our environmental
footprint in the process of contributing to the Philippines’ renewable energy
generation and a cleaner energy future.”
Topics covered during the sessions
included energy security from global and regional perspectives, de-risking the
energy transition, sustainable financing, ESG integration, and women’s roles in
energy transition. By creating a venue for open discussion, the training sought
to inspire forward-thinking approaches and foster partnerships that support
regional energy goals.
The
course concluded with participants presenting strategies to implement these
solutions within their respective organizations and communities.
The
training course was organized by the ICH in collaboration with strategic
partners Norad, International Finance Corporation, Hanaloop, Sustainability
Frameworks, and SNAP.
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