EDITOR'S DESKThe Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, home to over 4.5 billion people and 60 percent of the global population, is experiencing rapid economic growth, urbanization, and industrialization, leading to a growing demand for reliable energy systems. The region's energy sector is evolving in response to opportunities and challenges, with key drivers including population growth, economic growth, government policies, and technological advancements. APAC leads the global renewable energy market, with China dominating solar and wind energy production. Emerging trends in the energy business include adopting digital technologies and artificial intelligence, focusing on energy security and self-sufficiency, and cross-border energy trade and cooperation. Energy efficiency and storage are also growing, with advanced batteries crucial for integrating renewables into the grid. Opportunities include regional cooperation, green finance, emerging technologies, and expanding access to energy. The energy business in APAC will continue to shape the global energy narrative, requiring collaborative policies, technological innovation, and sustainable practices to ensure energy security and address climate imperatives.This Energy Business Review APAC edition highlights the growing emphasis on energy security and self-sufficiency. Countries in the region are investing in domestic energy production to reduce dependence on imported energy sources. This includes the development of local renewable energy projects and the exploration of new energy resources. The magazine also contains insights from Jim Helvig, P.E., Vice President of Operations at Dashiell Corporation, and Charles Agnew, Head of Sustainability and Climate Change Adaptation at Sydney Water. By addressing the challenges and embracing the emerging trends, APAC can achieve a sustainable and secure energy future. The journey ahead will require collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to sustainability, but the potential rewards are immense. We hope these valuable insights from industry leaders featured in this edition will assist you in making informed decisions for your businesses.Let us know your thoughts.The Role of Technology and Policy in APAC's Energy FutureJade McdonaldManaging Editoreditor@energybusinessreview.comCopyright © 2025 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Email:sales@energybusinessreview.comeditor@energybusinessreview.comMarketing@energybusinessreview.com FEBRUARY - MARCH, Vol 5 - Issue 23 (ISSN 2836-5097) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to Energy Business ReviewVisit www.energybusinessreview.com VisualizerRobert Grey SmithManaging EditorJade McdonaldEditorial StaffAaron Pierce Ava GarciaDaeg GroverJoshua Parker Kenny PeruzziScott ThomasDisclaimer: *Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOs
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