On May 28, 2025, the Energy Evaluation Asia Pacific (EEAP) hosted its 18th webinar, focusing on the evaluation of energy efficiency in the Asia Pacific region, with a particular emphasis on technologies, behaviors, and the role of evidence in shaping effective energy policy.
The session featured two distinguished speakers:
- Alexander Ablaza, CEO, Climargy; Chair, Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance and Asia-Pacific ESCO Industry Alliance
- Sanjana Gorti, Director, Air and Water Labs, J-PAL South Asia
Edward Vine opened the session by introducing EEAP’s mission to promote objective evaluation of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs across the region. He highlighted the importance of behavioral science in energy policy and introduced the Eval Torch initiative as a global symbol of evaluation’s role in sustainable development.
Alexander Ablaza presented on the growth and transformation of the ESCO market in the Philippines. He emphasized the need to treat energy efficiency as a primary energy resource and outlined the investment, policy, and institutional frameworks required to scale up implementation. Ablaza also discussed the role of measurement and verification in ensuring accountability and attracting private capital.
Sanjana Gorti shared evidence from randomized controlled trials conducted by J-PAL South Asia, demonstrating how behavioral interventions, smart metering, and real-time pricing can influence energy consumption. She emphasized the importance of rigorous evaluation in understanding both the intended and unintended impacts of energy efficiency programs and called for greater collaboration between researchers, governments, and civil society.
The webinar offered a rich exploration of energy efficiency strategies and evaluation methodologies, providing valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners working to advance sustainable energy systems in the Asia Pacific region.
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