The Unheard Stories of Women Empowerment from The Mekong Basin Area
The article elaborates three main points to consider a progressive action to pursue gender equality: institutionalism, advocacy, and political will. Hence, how have the Mekong Basin Area countries addressed this issue?
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: Inspiring Women Leaders in ASEAN’s Energy Sector
ACE hosted an internal event for its staff titled “Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: Inspiring Women Leaders in Energy” on 20 March 2025.
Shaping ASEAN’s Energy Future: AEO8 Dissemination and Lao PDR’s Net Zero Roadmap Launch
ACE held a back-to-back event for the 8th ASEAN Energy Outlook (AEO8) Dissemination and launching of the new report entitled “An Energy Sector Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions for Lao PDR” in DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Vientiane, Lao PDR, on 25 March 2025.
An Energy Sector Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions for Lao PDR
An Energy Sector Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions for Lao PDR analyses the pathways to pursue a net zero future in Lao PDR through energy modeling approach, offering in-depth strategic insights to guide the country’s energy transition journey. Potential challenges and opportunities while facing the climate challenges are also addressed.
Women at the Heart of a Just and Inclusive Energy Transition: The Importance of Gender-Responsive Energy Policies
Women play a crucial in ensuring ASEAN’s just and inclusive energy transition. Fostering gender-responsive policies, increasing women’s participation, and ensuring equitable opportunities are critical to address structural barriers and gender biases.
Gender Equality in ASEAN Energy Booklet – Volume II
The “Gender Equality in ASEAN Energy – Volume II” booklet outlines women’s participation in ASEAN’s energy sector, highlighting ASEAN’s global and regional commitments to promote gender equality. It explores each ASEAN Member States’ (AMS) gender policies, key challenges, and what next steps ASEAN should take to further mainstream gender-inclusivity in the energy sector.
Celebrating Progress: Women at the Forefront of ASEAN Energy Leadership
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) and ACCEPT celebrates the vital contributions of women in ASEAN’s energy sector. With firsthand experience, ACE recognises how gender diversity plays a crucial role in advancing regional energy cooperation and driving a just and sustainable energy transition.
Breaking barriers, embracing change: A closer look at the Philippines’ national gender policies
The Philippines has made significant strides in gender inclusivity through policies like the Magna Carta of Women and the Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Plan, ensuring equal rights and opportunities across various sectors, including energy. This blog looks into several fundamental gender policies that the Philippines have adopted, including gender mainstreaming efforts in the energy sector, which has slowly transformed the inclusivity and gender balance in the country.
