Asia needs more energy to support its growing economies, while also cutting emissions and keeping supplies reliable and affordable. Lynlee Foo speaks with Katsufumi Uchida, Head of Asia-Pacific Division at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, SMBC Group, about financing credible transition plans, taking calculated risks on emerging technologies and developing better-connected energy systems across the region.

This interview was brought to you in conjunction with Singapore International Energy Week 2026.

Asia needs more energy to support its growing economies, while also cutting emissions and keeping supplies reliable and affordable. Lynlee Foo speaks with Katsufumi Uchida, Head of Asia-Pacific Division at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, SMBC Group, about financing credible transition plans, taking calculated risks on emerging technologies and developing better-connected energy systems across the region.
This interview was brought to you in conjunction with Singapore International Energy Week 2026.

SIEWCast: How can banks power Asia’s energy transition?

Keeping the lights on is becoming a more complicated job. Rising electricity demand, the growth of AI, geopolitical uncertainty and the push towards lower-carbon energy are forcing countries to rethink how their energy systems are built.

 

In this SIEWCast, Lynlee Foo speaks with Puah Kok Keong, Chief Executive of Singapore’s Energy Market Authority, about balancing energy security, economic competitiveness and sustainability, why greater regional connectivity matters for Southeast Asia, and how Singapore is preparing for its energy future - from solar and electricity imports to emerging technologies such as geothermal and nuclear energy.

 

The conversation reflects the theme of Singapore International Energy Week 2026 — Connecting Energy Systems, Powering Tomorrow.

Keeping the lights on is becoming a more complicated job. Rising electricity demand, the growth of AI, geopolitical uncertainty and the push towards lower-carbon energy are forcing countries to rethink how their energy systems are built.
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In this SIEWCast, Lynlee Foo speaks with Puah Kok Keong, Chief Executive of Singapore&rsquo;s Energy Market Authority, about balancing energy security, economic competitiveness and sustainability, why greater regional connectivity matters for Southeast Asia, and how Singapore is preparing for its energy future - from solar and electricity imports to emerging technologies such as geothermal and nuclear energy.
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The conversation reflects the theme of Singapore International Energy Week 2026 &mdash; Connecting Energy Systems, Powering Tomorrow.

SIEWCast: Connecting Energy Systems, Powering Tomorrow

Asia’s energy transition is accelerating, and the region is starting to shape global standards. Tadashi Maeda, MD and Chairman of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), joins Lynlee Foo to discuss how Asia can balance decarbonisation with energy security and turn policy ambition into bankable action. He highlights hydrogen, ammonia and SMRs, and the role of ASEAN grid connectivity and HVDC infrastructure in shaping the region’s energy future.

This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions across the global energy landscape.

Asia&rsquo;s energy transition is accelerating, and the region is starting to shape global standards. Tadashi Maeda, MD and Chairman of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), joins Lynlee Foo to discuss how Asia can balance decarbonisation with energy security and turn policy ambition into bankable action. He highlights hydrogen, ammonia and SMRs, and the role of ASEAN grid connectivity and HVDC infrastructure in shaping the region&rsquo;s energy future.
This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions across the global energy landscape.

SIEWCAST: How the Japan Bank for International Cooperation is driving Asia’s energy transition

America’s power grid is entering one of its most dynamic periods, with demand surging from AI, data centres, electrified transport and new industries. US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Judy W. Chang explains why this pace of growth is unprecedented -  and how regulators are working to keep the system reliable and affordable. She discusses the challenge of connecting new supply quickly, the importance of long-term transmission planning, and her vision for a smarter, more flexible grid by 2035. 

This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

America&rsquo;s power grid is entering one of its most dynamic periods, with demand surging from AI, data centres, electrified transport and new industries. US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Judy W. Chang explains why this pace of growth is unprecedented - &nbsp;and how regulators are working to keep the system reliable and affordable. She discusses the challenge of connecting new supply quickly, the importance of long-term transmission planning, and her vision for a smarter, more flexible grid by 2035.&nbsp;
This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

SIEWCAST: How the US is rebuilding its power grid for a new energy era

Australia is moving quickly toward a net-zero energy system. Justin Oliver, Deputy Chair of the Australian Energy Regulator (AER), joins Lynlee Foo to discuss how Australia is keeping power reliable and affordable while integrating more renewables, upgrading transmission, and supporting the rise of the “consumer of the future” through storage, EV charging and smarter regulation.

This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

Australia is moving quickly toward a net-zero energy system. Justin Oliver, Deputy Chair of the Australian Energy Regulator (AER), joins Lynlee Foo to discuss how Australia is keeping power reliable and affordable while integrating more renewables, upgrading transmission, and supporting the rise of the &ldquo;consumer of the future&rdquo; through storage, EV charging and smarter regulation.
This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

SIEWCAST: How Australia’s energy regulator is building a reliable and affordable net-zero grid

As ASEAN races to balance resilience with decarbonisation, financing will be critical. Nicholas Tan joins Lynlee Foo to share how OCBC is enabling cross-border grids, scaling green projects, and driving the region's energy transition.

This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

As ASEAN races to balance resilience with decarbonisation, financing will be critical. Nicholas Tan joins Lynlee Foo to share how OCBC is enabling cross-border grids, scaling green projects, and driving the region's energy transition.
This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

SIEWCAST: OCBC on mobilising capital for ASEAN’s energy transition 

How is Singapore GasCo, the country’s new national gas aggregator, strengthening energy resilience and price stability? Lynlee Foo speaks with CEO Alan Heng about GasCo’s role in securing long-term supply - and how it’s laying the groundwork for a low-carbon energy future.

This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

How is Singapore GasCo, the country&rsquo;s new national gas aggregator, strengthening energy resilience and price stability? Lynlee Foo speaks with CEO Alan Heng about GasCo&rsquo;s role in securing long-term supply - and how it&rsquo;s laying the groundwork for a low-carbon energy future.
This SIEWCast episode is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) and MoneyFM 89.3, in partnership with Saudi Aramco. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

SIEWCAST: Singapore GasCo on securing energy stability for a low-carbon future

How is Singapore strengthening the foundations of its energy system while steering toward a low-carbon, resilient future? Lynlee Foo speaks with Puah Kok Keong, Chief Executive of the Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore, to explore how the nation is building the energy systems of tomorrow - from grid innovations and regional power trade to next-gen low-carbon technologies.

This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

How is Singapore strengthening the foundations of its energy system while steering toward a low-carbon, resilient future? Lynlee Foo speaks with Puah Kok Keong, Chief Executive of the Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore, to explore how the nation is building the energy systems of tomorrow - from grid innovations and regional power trade to next-gen low-carbon technologies.
This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

SIEWCast: EMA on Singapore’s strategy for a future-ready, low-carbon grid

A billion-dollar bet on the future of clean energy is taking shape on Jurong Island. PacificLight’s upcoming hydrogen-compatible power plant, the most efficient of its kind in Singapore, is set to come online in 2029. Hear more about the bold choices behind the project, how hydrogen-ready infrastructure supports Singapore’s net-zero ambitions, and why smart grids could be the silent powerhouse of our energy future as Michelle Martin speaks with Mr Yu Tat Ming, CEO of PacificLight Power.

We also look ahead to SIEW 2024 and how Singapore LNG's vision aligns with the event's theme. This SIEWCast series is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3

A billion-dollar bet on the future of clean energy is taking shape on Jurong Island. PacificLight&rsquo;s upcoming hydrogen-compatible power plant, the most efficient of its kind in Singapore, is set to come online in 2029. Hear more about the bold choices behind the project, how hydrogen-ready infrastructure supports Singapore&rsquo;s net-zero ambitions, and why smart grids could be the silent powerhouse of our energy future as Michelle Martin speaks with&nbsp;Mr Yu Tat Ming, CEO of PacificLight Power.
We also look ahead to SIEW 2024 and how Singapore LNG's vision aligns with the event's theme. This&nbsp;SIEWCast&nbsp;series is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3

SIEWCast: Inside PacificLight’s $1B Hydrogen-Ready Power Move — Can It Power Homes Greener?

Global energy transition requires not only an acceleration in the production of clean energy but scaling up the infrastructure. How will the bill to finance that also deliver economic and societal benefits? How is DBS approaching the work on transition pathways? Michelle Martin finds out in conversation with Lim Wee Seng, Group Head of Sustainability, Energy and Renewables at DBS Bank.

Global energy transition requires not only an acceleration in the production of clean energy but scaling up the infrastructure. How will the bill to finance that also deliver economic and societal benefits? How is DBS approaching the work on transition pathways? Michelle Martin finds out in conversation with Lim Wee Seng, Group Head of Sustainability, Energy and Renewables at DBS Bank.

SIEWCast: How DBS is Driving Asia’s Energy Transition

Hear from key leaders in the global energy space as they share strategic insights on the core themes of Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW).

Hear from key leaders in the global energy space as they share strategic insights on the core themes of Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW).

SIEWCast by EMA: Powering the Future of Energy

This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and MONEY FM 89.3. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and MONEY FM 89.3. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.

SIEWCast by EMA: Powering the Future of Energy

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