Professor Chua Kee Chaing joined the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) in September 2019 as Deputy President (Academic) and Provost and was appointed its 3rd President in January 2022. Prior to joining SIT, Prof Chua was the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS). During his 30-year career at NUS, he also spent time either on secondment or leave of absence, to serve as the Deputy Director of the Centre for Wireless Communications (now the Institute for Infocomm Research, A*STAR) (1995-2000), the Founding Head of the Mobile Core R&D Department at Siemens Singapore (2001-2003) and the Director of Projects at the National Research Foundation (2006-2008).
Prof Chua is a Fellow of the Singapore Academy of Engineering and the Institution of Engineers, Singapore.
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Keynote Session: Accelerating the Net Zero Transition: Critical Role of Energy Efficiency
Presentation Title
Role of a University in Supporting Singapore's Energy Transition
Presentation Synopsis
Energy is an existential issue for Singapore, requiring urgent action toward clean energy goals. The path to a net zero future requires more than just scaling up existing technologies. It demands a holistic, innovative approach. Universities can play a pivotal role in supporting the energy transition through educating the talent needed and research in new energy generation and efficient utilisation.
The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) exemplifies this commitment through its specialised educational programmes that are applied and industry focused, and its applied research with industry. Its energy-efficient campus featuring advanced sensors, temperature controls, and district cooling systems is both a showcase of how the University is contributing to a net zero future and a living laboratory that supports its applied educational programmes and research.
Dieter is a Partner at Roland Berger, a global management consulting firm, and leads the firm’s Energy & Sustainability practice in South-East Asia. Dieter Billen has supported multinationFanoopals, conglomerates, investment funds and governments on energy transition topics such as clean fuels, energy efficiency and energy services. He has also supported M&A transactions related to energy efficiency. He holds a Master in International Economics and Business from the University of Leuven in Belgium.
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Keynote Session: Accelerating the Net Zero Transition: Critical Role of Energy Efficiency
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Energy Efficiency and Energy Services Investment Opportunity in South-East Asia
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Energy efficiency (commercial, industrial) trends in South-East Asia Investment opportunities in energy efficiency in the region
Energy efficiency as part of a broader energy services trend in South-East Asia Business models
Mr Suresh K. is the Director of NEA’s Carbon Mitigation Division (CMD)
CMD administers the Energy Conservation Act which mandates energy efficiency requirements and energy management practices to promote energy conservation and improve energy efficiency in order to reduce the environmental impacts of greenhouse gas emissions.
CMD also administers the Carbon Pricing Act which mandates the reporting of and payment of tax in relation to greenhouse gas emissions.
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Keynote Session: Accelerating the Net Zero Transition: Critical Role of Energy Efficiency
Taufik is an engineering professional with over 20 years of experience in semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. He has delivered various impactful environmental sustainability solutions in both execution and strategic capacities. He currently serves Novartis as Technical Services Lead, ensuring utilities and facilities management are delivered with quality, safety and reliability.
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Keynote Session: Accelerating the Net Zero Transition: Critical Role of Energy Efficiency
Dr Lock is a Professor (Engineering) at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and the Head of its Energy Efficiency Technology Centre. He plays an active role in promoting sustainability and energy efficiency in Singapore, being the current Chairman of the Accreditation Committee for Energy Service Companies and the Co-Chair of the Singapore Certified Energy Managers Scheme. He has a unique blend of practicing and academic experience acquired through a career which is equally split between the industry and the academia. He joined the Department of Electrical Engineering, National University of Singapore as a lecturer in 1980. He left NUS to set up his consulting practice in 1997. He returned to the academia as a professor at SIT in 2016 after 20 years in the industry. He is the co-Laureate of the 2021 WFEO Medal for Excellence in Engineering Education awarded by the World Federation of Engineering Organisations. He is an Emeritus President and an Honorary Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Singapore.
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Keynote Session: Accelerating the Net Zero Transition: Critical Role of Energy Efficiency
Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
Clara Kwan is the Chief Sustainability Officer at the Singapore Manufacturing Federation, where she leads sustainability strategies with a business-savvy approach, guiding companies through ESG integration, sustainability assessments and strategic roadmaps. With expertise spanning investment management, legal compliance and business operations, she has held leadership roles, including COO, Head of Sustainability and Managing Director for a regional green power producer, as well as Global Head of Sustainability and Impact Investments for a creative change firm. A lecturer, trainer and assessor in sustainability leadership and governance, Clara also actively contributes to social impact projects, serving as a legal and investment advisor, grassroots sustainability adviser and mentor. She holds a Bachelor of Law (Honors) from NUS, an Executive MBA from Kellogg-HKUST and multiple professional certifications in ESG and sustainability standards.
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Plenary Session 1: Green Manufacturing & Sustainable Production through Decarbonisation
Presentation Title
Connecting Global Pressures to Local Action: Why Energy Efficiency Matters Now
Presentation Synopsis
Around the world, manufacturers are facing unprecedented pressures to decarbonise. From the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) to the rise of the global ESG reporting standards such as ISSB, carbon performance is increasingly tied to market access, financing and supply chain resilience. For Singapore’s manufacturers, particularly SMEs, this can feel daunting, but it also opens up new opportunities. Energy efficiency is the most immediate, cost-effective and practical response. By reducing energy use, manufacturers can lower operational costs, cut greenhouse gas emissions and demonstrate measurable progress towards net zero.This presentation will connect global policy shifts to actionable local strategies, highlighted how energy management can enhance competitiveness, attract green investment and future-proof businesses. Drawing on industry case studies and SMF’s work with different businesses, it will also showcase collaborative solutions - including shared sustainability leadership models like CSO-as-a-Service - that enable all companies to act.
Fung Ling is Vice President, Strategy & Commercial Operations, Sustainability & Marketing (Singapore) at Schneider Electric. In this role, Fung Ling leads the strategic direction and commercial execution for Schneider Electric in Singapore, with a focus on accelerating the energy transition and enabling sustainable growth. She works closely with government agencies, industry partners, and global business units to shape a resilient, inclusive, and low-carbon future. Fung Ling began her career at Schneider Electric as a Product Application Engineer and has since held diverse roles across product marketing, commercial excellence, and segment sales leadership. She has built her expertise in servicing clients across a range of sectors including government, education, real estate and data centres, and has a proven track record of cultivating multi-market partnerships with C-level personnel, asset managers and technology leaders.Fung Ling holds a Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering from Nanyang Technological University and an Executive MBA from ESSEC-Mannheim Business School.
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Plenary Session 1: Green Manufacturing & Sustainable Production through Decarbonisation
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Actionable Pathways to Net Zero: Enabling Enterprises to Scale Sustainability
Presentation Synopsis
In today’s rapidly evolving sustainability landscape, local enterprises are playing a pivotal role in helping larger value chains meet their carbon goals. Yet, many of these businesses face challenges in navigating the complex decarbonisation journey due to limited resources and expertise.
In this session, our speaker from Schneider Electric will highlight how the company is enabling local enterprises to scale their sustainability efforts through actionable decarbonisation strategies.
With support from the right Ecosystem, Schneider Electric provides tailored roadmapping solutions—starting from identifying Scope 1 and 2 emissions, to enhancing energy efficiency and implementing low-carbon solutions. This approach is aligned with the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and addresses rising carbon tax implications. The speaker will also share how to unlock new growth opportunities for local businesses committed to climate action.
Join us to learn how your enterprise can stay competitive while contributing meaningfully to a net zero future.
Yi Hui is the Director of Environmental Sustainability & Compliance at Micron, where she drives Micron’s Environmental Sustainability programs including process design, future fab integration, operations optimization with smart manufacturing analytics and supplier engagement to advance Micron towards her aspirational goals of net zero emissions, 100% carbon-free electricity globally, 100% water conservation and zero waste to landfill.
Prior to that, Yi Hui was a part of Micron’s Frontend Strategy & Operations Team where she drove business plan validation and transformative initiatives across EHS, cost, scale, quality and cycle time programs. Before that, Yi Hui was a Dry Etch Process Engineer.
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Plenary Session 1: Green Manufacturing & Sustainable Production through Decarbonisation
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Journey towards Sustainable Lighthouse for Micron Singapore
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Data revolution has fueled an ever-growing need for memory and storage products, and our industry is reacting to this need through technology scaling and increased capacity. The goal is to enable this growth in a sustainable manner to preserve the quality of life for our current and future generations. At Micron, we are committed to doing our part to mitigate global warming and have pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 alongside an interim goal to attain 42% reduction in absolute direct emissions by 2030 versus our 2020 baseline amidst ongoing expansions. In this presentation, we will highlight Micron Singapore’s journey to deliver leading edge products responsibly and emerge as first frontend semiconductor sustainability lighthouse fab. We will also zoom in to Micron Singapore’s forward-looking net zero direct emissions transition and energy efficiency improvement journey; and discuss how we are leveraging smart manufacturing capabilities to accelerate net zero emissions transition.
Dr Mustafa Shabbir Kurbanhusen is an Associate Professor at the Engineering Cluster and holds the administrative portfolio of Assistant Provost (Continuous Learning) at the Office of the Deputy President (Academic) & Provost.
His first passion is as an educator, specializing in robotics, lean manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and sustainable manufacturing, where he teaches relevant undergraduate and continuous education training modules in his field of expertise. He also assists the local industry by creating robotic automation solutions for productivity enhancements (through research grants), as well as coaching/assessing organizations in their continuous improvement/digitization/sustainability journeys. He is also a Certified Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI) Assessor.
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Plenary Session 1: Green Manufacturing & Sustainable Production through Decarbonisation
Presentation Title
Sustainable Manufacturing: Current Practice & Research Focus
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The World Meteorological Organization has confirmed that 2024 was the warmest year on record, with global average surface temperature being 1.55°C above the 1850-1900 average. While the manufacturing industry is a leading emitter of greenhouse gases, it has begun leveraging on life cycle assessments and green supply chain strategies to balance productivity with ecological stewardship. But more needs to be done in this global decarbonisation effort.
This paper examines the key principles that shape the fundamentals of sustainable manufacturing and the corresponding research efforts. It discusses the importance of focussing on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, resources (like water and energy), material waste, and pollution (air, soil and water) in their operations as part of a company’s sustainability effort. The paper will showcase the Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI) as an assessment tool to allow manufacturing companies to assess the maturity of their sustainability efforts and to facilitate the prioritisation of their efforts for success.
Dr. Yee Fook Cheong is an Associate Professor of Engineering and the former Vice President (External Relations) of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). He is a Senior Chartered Engineer (Singapore), and a SkillsFuture Fellow (Precision Engineering).
Dr. Yee conducts teaching, applied research and consultancy in advanced manufacturing in the context of Industry 4.0, and in sustainable manufacturing.
Prior to this position, Dr. Yee was Vice President of Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd, one of Asia’s largest defence and engineering companies. He held senior management positions within the ST Engineering group of companies in technology development & investment, advanced engineering & manufacturing, and business development.
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Plenary Session 1: Green Manufacturing & Sustainable Production through Decarbonisation
Presentation Title
Sustainable Manufacturing: Current Practice & Research Focus
Presentation Synopsis
The World Meteorological Organization has confirmed that 2024 was the warmest year on record, with global average surface temperature being 1.55°C above the 1850-1900 average. While the manufacturing industry is a leading emitter of greenhouse gases, it has begun leveraging on life cycle assessments and green supply chain strategies to balance productivity with ecological stewardship. But more needs to be done in this global decarbonisation effort.
This paper examines the key principles that shape the fundamentals of sustainable manufacturing and the corresponding research efforts. It discusses the importance of focussing on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, resources (like water and energy), material waste, and pollution (air, soil and water) in their operations as part of a company’s sustainability effort. The paper will showcase the Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI) as an assessment tool to allow manufacturing companies to assess the maturity of their sustainability efforts and to facilitate the
Richard leads energy management and sustainability initiatives across multiple pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. With a strong focus on innovation, digital transformation, and environmental stewardship, he has driven impactful improvements in operational efficiency and carbon reduction. Richard is dedicated to advancing sustainable practices and supporting long-term goals in green manufacturing.
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Plenary Session 2: Enabling Net Zero Solutions through Global Collaboration and Financing
Presentation Title
Scaling Impact: Local Energy Initiatives and Global Collaboration for a Sustainable Future
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Discover how a leading pharmaceutical company is powering its net zero journey by uniting bold local energy efficiency actions with global collaboration. This session spotlights impactful site-level initiatives, partnerships with local councils, and strong governance—amplified by a Global Energy Centre of Excellence driving innovation and scalable solutions across borders
Dr Ankush Gulati is based in Singapore and joined ABB in 2012. He has extensive experience in the service business within ABB’s Motion business area and is presently the Global Program Lead for Energy Efficiency in ABB Motion Services Division. He has a Doctorate in Diagnostics for Gas Turbine Engines from Cranfield University, UK, as well as Executive MBA degree from Aalto University.
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Plenary Session 2: Enabling Net Zero Solutions through Global Collaboration and Financing
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Helping Industries Outrun - Leaner and Cleaner towards Net Zero with Energy Efficiency
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In the race to net zero, energy efficiency is the fastest, cleanest, and most cost-effective solution. Every kilowatt-hour saved is one not generated—cutting emissions, lowering costs, and easing grid pressure. The IEA calls it the “First Fuel” for a reason. With over 300 million motors out there, most of them operating inefficiently, therefore consuming nearly 45% of global electricity, the opportunity is compelling. Upgrading these systems can slash consumption by up to 10%. This, coupled with responsible recycling of old components, can play a significant role in helping industries outrun, leaner and cleaner, toward a low-carbon future. Yet, energy efficiency is seen as complex or disruptive, despite proven technologies and short payback periods. ABB’s approach includes Energy Appraisals and tailored optimization plans and solutions, ensuring smooth implementation and measurable impact. But no single player can do it alone. Collaboration, upskilling, reskilling and support are key to unlocking action. Energy efficiency isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s a must-have.
David Morgado is Senior Energy Specialist at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) since November 2021. He provides operational support to regional and private sector departments and contributes to knowledge work on energy efficiency and emerging new technologies in the energy sector. Prior to joining ADB, he was Senior Energy Policy Specialist at the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). He was responsible for supporting the implementation of AIIB’s Energy Strategy, identifying investment opportunities and assisting with project preparation. Previously David worked at the International Energy Agency (IEA) on scaling up energy efficiency policies in Brazil, India and Mexico.
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Plenary Session 2: Enabling Net Zero Solutions through Global Collaboration and Financing
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Accelerating Energy Efficiency Financing in Asia-Pacific
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The presentation outlines ADB's energy policy and its commitment to promoting energy efficiency across the Asia and the Pacific region. It highlights various examples of ADB’s energy efficiency projects in its developing member countries, including (i) the Philippines Energy Efficiency Project, which achieved significant energy savings through retrofitting government buildings and distributing energy-efficient lighting; (ii) the India Energy Efficiency Project which comprised of an Energy Efficiency Revolving Fund and the installation of millions of energy-efficient streetlights and appliances; and (iii) the Cambodia Energy Transition Sector Development Program which is supporting the Government of Cambodia in the implementation of its energy efficiency policies. Additionally, the presentation covers other ADB sovereign and private projects in Mongolia, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh, emphasizing the importance of leveraging private sector investment and promoting green and affordable housing in the region.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of clean energy and decarbonization, Nilesh Jadhav (NJ) is a passionate champion of accelerating the net-zero transition for organizations and communities. In his professional role at Siemens, Smart Infrastructure, he leads the delivery of end-to-end decarbonization solutions and digital services for sustainability. He is also a certified sustainability professional (Energy Manager, GRI Sustainability Reporting) and certified adult educator (ACLP). He conducts courses in the field of energy and sustainability as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Nanyang Business School, Singapore.
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Plenary Session 2: Enabling Net Zero Solutions through Global Collaboration and Financing
Presentation Title
Accelerating Decarbonisation through Digitalization & AI
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As the world grapples with the urgent challenge of climate change, digital transformation is emerging as a catalyst for business growth and sustainability. Governments, industries, and organisations are under increasing pressure to decarbonise operations, improve resource efficiency, and build resilience in the face of global disruptions. Digitalisation offers a compelling pathway to accelerate progress toward these goals, redefining how infrastructure is designed, built, and operated. This presentation will provide an overview of digitalisation approaches and share successful case studies, along with discussion on best practices and overcoming potential challenges towards achieving the transformational impact.
Dr. Deepak was associated with the premier institutions, polytechnics, colleges, universities, & academies in India and Singapore and with British and Australian Universities offering courses in Singapore. He has served on various committees in professional bodies such as Chair of the IEEE, Power & Energy Society (PES) Chapter, Singapore, and Vice Chair of the World Energy Council Chapter, Singapore. He is a recipient of the IEEE-PES Outstanding Power Engineers' Award 2003/04 & SP Green Buddy Award 2004. Dr. Waikar has been associated with SCEM programme for more than a decade. He has been invited to give keynotes, plenary, and panel session presentations for international conferences & symposiums.
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Plenary Session 2: Enabling Net Zero Solutions through Global Collaboration and Financing
Track 1A & 2A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
Ang Yuit is the Managing Director of The Adventus Consultants Pte Ltd, a digital solutions company, and currently serves as the President of the Association of Small & Medium Enterprises (ASME).
Mr Ang Yuit joined ASME as a council member in 2009. Throughout his time, he has helmed positions as the Vice President of Membership and Training, and Strategy and Development. He is also the Chairman of the Global Ready Talent Programme and SME Centre@ASME, the latter set up by Enterprise Singapore to provide comprehensive business advisory services and assistance to local SMEs.
In 2023, Mr. Ang was elected President of the 28th Executive Council, marking a significant milestone in his longstanding involvement with ASME. Throughout his 15-year tenure, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to empowering SMEs, leveraging his expertise and experience to drive impactful initiatives that support their growth and success.
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Track 1A & 2A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
Presentation Title
ASME’s Sustainability Journey: Empowering SMEs for the Future
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ASME represents the majority of micro and small enterprises in Singapore, many of which are service- and consultancy-based. For these businesses, energy savings are not always the top concern, but sustainability still plays a vital role in competitiveness, branding, and future growth.
To better understand consumer expectations, ASME partnered with Temasek Polytechnic in late 2024 on a survey involving 385 respondents. Unlike typical surveys, this one used real product examples and images so that responses reflected genuine choices rather than “feel good” answers.
The findings were clear: 4 in 10 consumers are willing to pay at least 5% more for sustainable products, with women and older consumers driving demand. More than 75% prefer reusable or biodegradable packaging, and over 90% say sustainability-focused advertising improves their perception of a brand. Eco-certifications also matter, with the Energy Efficiency Rating logo being the most recognised.
In response, ASME has built an SME Sustainability Roadmap to help companies start their journey, offering resources, reporting tools, training, grant-supported solutions, and certifications. This roadmap allows SMEs to take practical steps at their own pace, contributing to a stronger, SME-driven economy for Singapore’s future.
Bibin is employed as Electrical and Instrumentation Manager and is responsible for the overall E&I dept activities and Leading Energy Saving projects in CIL. He is a degree holder in E&I Engineering, Internal Auditor for ISO50001:2018 Energy Management System and currently undergoing Singapore Certified Energy Manager programme. He has more than 12 years of experience in Projects, Commissioning and Maintenance of E&I equipment.
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Track 1A & 2A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
Presentation Title
Energy Efficiency: A Catalyst for Net Zero Ambitions in SMEs
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This presentation outlines CIL Energy Improvement Projects navigating the Net Zero transition as an SME. Also designed to reduce operational costs, enhance sustainability, and improve overall energy efficiency across our facilities.The initiative supports our commitment to environmental responsibility while delivering measurable business value.
Joyce Lee’s illustrious career in engineering and production spans 34 years since 1990. Notable positions held include being a Production Manager (with project management and engineering responsibilities) and Operations Manager (currently) as well as an Energy Manager. Qualification-wise Joyce Lee is a Singapore Certified Energy Manager (Professional) and leads the ISO 50001 certifiable Energy Management System (EnMS) and Energy Management information system (EMIS) implementation at Progress Galvanizing Pte Ltd.
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Track 1A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
Presentation Title
Progress Towards a Sustainable Energy Future
Presentation Synopsis
This presentation highlights how we applied the ISO 50001 based energy management system framework (EnMS) for a sustainable energy future.
With inputs from an energy audit and further energy data collection, we conducted an energy review to establish energy baselines, set energy targets, and identify and evaluate opportunities to drive continual energy performance improvement.
We encountered five challenges during our implementation and shared the strategies we used to overcome them. The presentation concludes with our roadmap for enhancing energy performance and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Dr Jonathan Low is passionate about helping organisations become more sustainable. He leads a team in the Sustainability and Resilient Value Chain Division at A*STAR SIMTech that is developing tools to drive sustainability transformations in companies and support national decarbonisation policy decisions. He has also trained over 50 corporate executives across various sectors to create data-driven sustainability roadmaps. Dr Low obtained his PhD in Chemistry from Columbia University, where he studied organic materials for energy conversion.
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Track 1A & 2A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
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Shaping Sustainable Organisations through Modeling and Assessment
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Our research group at SIMTech aims to help SMEs decarbonize and address the global challenge of climate change. This presentation will describe the comprehensive toolset we have developed. The journey starts with the Green Compass platform, which assesses sustainability maturity and creates a roadmap of initiatives to pursue. Next, our life cycle assessment software and database can help companies measure their environmental impact and identify emissions hotspots. Once improvement areas have been identified, we also provide tools that help companies manage their energy, water, and waste more efficiently. We hope that we can inspire you to take action and arm you with the knowledge to start your organisation’s sustainable transformation.
With over 20 years of experience in energy efficiency and sustainability consulting, Anoop Sharma has been at the forefront of driving energy solutions across industries in India, Singapore, Southeast Asia, and beyond.
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Track 1A & 2A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
Presentation Title
Challenges in SMEs to meet Sustainability Goal
Presentation Synopsis
The presentation would cover the challenges faced by the Small and Medium Enterprise for meeting the sustainability goal. One of the biggest hurdles is non availability of data to monitor the key performance indicator for major energy consuming system. The presentation would cover the importance of having energy management system.
The second topic would be on challenges faced by industrial sector in achieving the Minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) for Chiller and how industries that are not covered under ECA can learn to get ready for MEES by 2029.
With 25 years of experience in Chemical Industries (Far East) Limited Mr Sundar played a key role in implementing the Energy Efficiency in the Plant. Member of the Energy Management Team and Integrate EENP goals into daily operations & long-term strategy. Mr Sundar represent the management during ISO 50001 audits and authority engagement. Review energy performance indicators regularly.
Ensures compliance with the Energy Conservation Act (ECA). Validate Measurement & Verification of energy savings and Recommend Energy Efficiency Improvements Plan to the management. Oversees the maintenance programmes to reduce the energy losses and implement energy-efficient practices / projects/ energy saving initiatives. Responsible to build an energy- conscious workforce and ensure training on energy management.
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Track 2A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
Dr. Deepak was associated with the premier institutions, polytechnics, colleges, universities, & academies in India and Singapore and with British and Australian Universities offering courses in Singapore. He has served on various committees in professional bodies such as Chair of the IEEE, Power & Energy Society (PES) Chapter, Singapore, and Vice Chair of the World Energy Council Chapter, Singapore. He is a recipient of the IEEE-PES Outstanding Power Engineers' Award 2003/04 & SP Green Buddy Award 2004. Dr. Waikar has been associated with SCEM programme for more than a decade. He has been invited to give keynotes, plenary, and panel session presentations for international conferences & symposiums.
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Plenary Session 2: Enabling Net Zero Solutions through Global Collaboration and Financing
Track 1A & 2A: Navigating The Net Zero Transition as an SME
Presentation Title
Energy Sustainability and Decarbonisation for Manufacturing Small and Medium Enterprises
Presentation Synopsis
Managing the business operational costs using tested, proven, and pragmatic energy assessment and management process is a challenging task. However, it can unveil potential for optimizing energy consumption and reducing the carbon footprint especially for manufacturing small and medium enterprises. The systematic energy assessment (EA) can lead to understanding the energy profile and applying for Energy Efficiency Grants (EEG). The Energy Efficiency Technology Centre (EETC) of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) in collaboration with the National Environment Agency (NEA) has carried out heavily subsidized high-quality EA and Third-Party Assessments for Energy Efficiency Grant (EEG) (previously E2F) for more than fifty (50) the Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the manufacturing sector in the past few years. How manufacturing SMEs can leverage on experience of the EETC, NEA and collaborators is the theme of this presentation. Upskilling programs using SSG are also outlined.
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Dr Lim is a front end project developer with a MNC since 2005 and has roles in technical, production, startup and commercial departments in manufacturing, project development and technology businesses.
A Singapore National, Dr Lim has a First Class Honours in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore and a PhD from the University of Cambridge.
He developed and implemented the course for “Petroleum Refining Course” for final year chemical engineering undergraduates at NTU. He has served on China CPCIF sub committee as SME for pyrolysis oil standard discussion and provided expert advise to several Chinese projects.
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Track 3A & 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
Presentation Title
China NZE and Aspects of Process Decarbonisation
Presentation Synopsis
Energy Transition is a key topic on the global scene affecting national policies, energy security and companies’ strategy. China as one of the world top CO2 emitters has pledged to be CO2 neutral by 2060 and Singapore has also undertaken measures to reduce carbon footprintDr as evident from the Singapore 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) submission to UNFCCC.
As part of the energy transition, there have been more efforts made on energy efficiency and conservation as well as a shift to different energy sources. Yet, there will continue to be hard-to-remove carbon emissions due to the hydrocarbon intense nature of the process industry.
The industry challenge is integrating those emerging technologies while maintaining existing operations reliably and competitively. This talk describes how an End-to-End Carbon and Energy Master Plan approach is being used. Significant CO2 reduction would be expected in the coming few years to meet those commitments.
Kah-Ming Chai is a registered management consultant and certified COSIRI/SIRI assessor with over 22 years of experience in digital transformation and sustainability initiatives across carbon-intensive industries. As a certified assessor and INCIT ambassador, he specializes in manufacturing sustainability readiness assessments using quantifiable frameworks that measure greenhouse gas emissions, resource consumption, and environmental impact. His consulting portfolio spans petrochemicals, power generation, and heavy manufacturing across ASEAN, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, where he has guided over 30 companies through integrated digital sustainability transformations. Kah-Ming holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson and NUS Business School and is a member of The Institute of Engineers Singapore.
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Track 3A & 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
Presentation Title
Decarbonizing Energy-Intensive Manufacturing: System of Systems Approach
Presentation Synopsis
Kah-Ming will discuss the transformative journey of decarbonizing energy-intensive manufacturing through a System of Systems approach. This presentation will delve into the realities of industrial decarbonization, highlighting the unprecedented collaboration required and the challenges posed by decades of infrastructure investment. Kah-Ming will also explore the role of autonomous control in chemical processes and cluster-based decarbonization, offering practical insights into navigating this complex landscape. The talk will emphasize the importance of energy optimization as the first step in decarbonization and the benefits of sustainable growth through reweaving global energy systems. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on how to assess climate maturity using the COSIRI framework and the impact of data-driven technologies in enabling transitions.
Satoshi Hamao joined IHI Corporation in 2023, where he was responsible for catalyst design and scale-up synthesis for CO2 conversion into olefins. In 2025, he was seconded to IHI Asia Pacific in Singapore and appointed as Research and Development Division Manager. He currently leads collaborative research between ISCE2(Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment) and IHI. His primary focus is on developing catalytic technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from CO₂.
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Track 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
Presentation Title
Innovative CO2 conversion technologies towards carbon neutrality — Methanation, Olefins, and SAF
Presentation Synopsis
The development of technologies to capture CO2 and subsequent conversion into valuable chemicals is essential for achieving carbon neutrality. In the chemical and fuel sectors, known as the “hard-to-abate” sectors, it is still challenging to reduce dependence on fossil fuels due to technical and economic constraints. Therefore, there is a strong need for technologies to synthesize valuable feedstocks such as methane, lower olefins, and long-chain hydrocarbons from CO2. IHI has been working with ISCE2 (Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment) to develop catalyst technologies for the direct synthesis of hydrocarbons from CO2. Furthermore, IHI is carrying out the scale-up of catalyst synthesis and the process design for social implementation. In this presentation, we will introduce IHI's carbon neutrality strategy and explain our efforts to scale up technology for directly synthesizing methane, olefins, and SAF from CO2 and renewable H2.
After 4 years in the chemical industry Prof Sharratt joined the Environmental Technology Centre at UMIST, working in Innovation and Sustainability. From 2008 he headed the Process Science and Modelling division at ICES, A*Star. He has been at SIT for 5 years as a Cluster Director and Programme Leader for research degrees. He is a fellow of IES and IChemE, contributing to engineering accreditation and chartered engineer development. He remains active in research in the process innovation, process understanding and sustainability areas. His work has included carbon capture and mineralisation, emerging fuels and life-cycle assessment of processes and products.
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Track 3A & 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
Jia-Min leads the Digital and Consulting Services business at Schneider Electric. She has considerable experience and knowledge in digital solutions, energy management, and consulting within buildings, data centres, and industrial sectors. She works with building owners, technology leaders, and sustainability professionals in ensuring efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective operations of their buildings. Throughout her nearly a decade career with Schneider Electric, Jia-Min has held several key roles in solution consulting, key account development, and offer management. Her dedication to promoting digital transformation within the industry, as well as fostering growth and innovation in energy management, highlights her commitment to a sustainable and efficient future.
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Track 3A & 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
Presentation Title
Technical Track on Decarbonization of Energy - Intensive Manufacturing
Presentation Synopsis
The Technical Track on Decarbonization of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing spotlights innovative approaches to help industries transition towards a low-carbon future.
As a global leader in energy management and automation, Schneider Electric brings deep expertise in consulting services tailored to energy-intensive sectors. This session will explore how Schneider Electric supports manufacturers in identifying and implementing decarbonization pathways—from energy audits and digital monitoring tools to process optimization and renewable integration.
Attendees will gain insights into real-world case studies where Schneider’s solutions have enabled clients to significantly reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, and align with Singapore’s Green Mark certification standards.
With mounting regulatory and stakeholder pressures, the path to net zero is no longer optional. Join us to learn how advanced technologies, paired with Schneider Electric’s end-to-end sustainability consulting, can drive measurable environmental impact and future-proof industrial operations against climate risks. Together, let’s accelerate the race to a net-zero, greener manufacturing future.
Jonas Berge is the Senior Director of Applied Technology at Emerson in Singapore. He is a trusted advisor for plants and EPCs to adopt new automation technologies accelerating the energy transition and transformation of work with particular emphasis on sustainability and decarbonization. He has over thirty years of experience in the field of industrial automation. Mr. Berge is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Digital Transformation (DX) / Industrie 4.0 including data management, industrial AI, wireless sensors, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Mr. Berge is the author of two books and has contributed to several others.
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Track 3A & 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
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The 4 types of industrial AI and how to use them correctly to improve energy efficiency and carbon capture
Presentation Synopsis
Many plants in the process industries are energy intensive and struggle to meet corporate sustainability goals, reduce energy cost, and carbon tax. Plants need new ways of working to improve energy efficiency such as through combustion optimization, loss control, arrest utilities overconsumption, and reducing emissions from flaring, venting, and fugitive emissions.
Many plants are looking at various types of carbon capture, each with its challenges, and to energy transition to hydrogen as a fuel. These approaches require new and better automation solutions including industrial AI. The most interesting fact is that there are no less than four different industrial AI technologies used; GenAI, machine learning, deep learning, and causal AI. The trick is to know which AI technology to use in which application, because no single AI tool works for all applications. And AI without sensors and actuators is like a brain without senses and muscles. In this session we will review which AI technology goes where, and what sensors and actuators are required. The result is reduced energy consumption and cost, reduced emissions, and met sustainability goals.
Kenneth Mah is a Member of Technical Staff in Process Engineering at GlobalFoundries Singapore. An expert in semiconductor technology, he was pivotal in implementing NF3 remote plasma cleaning in GlobalFoundries’ Thin Film operations. His work has slashed carbon emissions, enhanced fab efficiency, and strengthened GlobalFoundries’ leadership in advanced manufacturing.
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Track 3A & 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
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Decarbonisation through process improvement in semiconductor manufacturing
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Kenneth Mah will share how GlobalFoundries advanced its Journey to Zero Carbon goals through process improvement initiatives and upgrading manufacturing technology. His talk offers practical insights into operationalizing sustainability in semiconductor manufacturing and the considerations which go into ensuring quality is unaffected. Kenneth will also highlight the role of Measurement & Verification (M&V) audits in validating reductions and guiding future planning.
Leonard is the Sustainability and Energy Manager of Evonik with 10 years of experience in Sustainability-related work in the industrial sector. His experience in Energy Management and delivering Energy Improvement Projects spans across various industries including Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Speciality Chemicals as well as Biopharma Manufacturing.
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Track 3A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
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Strategic Energy Efficiency: A Corporate Imperative for Industrial Decarbonisation
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Energy efficiency continues to be one of the most effective and accessible pathways for industrial decarbonisation. This presentation examines its strategic role within corporate sustainability frameworks, highlighting how Energy Efficiency measures deliver immediate benefits, long-term value, and support broader sustainability goals. Key examples will illustrate how energy-intensive manufacturing can integrate energy efficiency as a core component of their decarbonisation strategies.
Norman is a practising Chemical Engineer with more than 40 years of experience. He gained his industrial experience working in Process Technology, Operations & Project Engineering in Shell Refineries. In 2001 he founded Actsys Process Management Consultants which he has since run providing Energy Efficiency services to Refineries, Power & Petrochemical Plants. A flagship of these services is a proprietary Online Energy Management system that helps plants proactively close performance gaps. Norman currently serves as the co-Chair of the NEA Energy Efficiency Opportunity Assessment Monitoring Committee. He also sits in the Expert Board of Appeals under the Carbon Pricing Act.
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Track 3A & 4A: Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Manufacturing
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Employing AI/ML Technology to Compliment Use of Thermodynamic Performance Models for Performance Monitoring
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A case study is presented of the Thermodynamic Performance Monitoring of a Reactor Effluent HRSG Heat Recovery Steam Generator which fouls up over time. The objective is to predict when steam generation will start to decline in order to schedule the heat exchanger for cleaning. Theoretically this is a straightforward calculation but what happens when there is noisy data which needs to be filtered out. This is where the use of Big Data AI/ML models come in to ensure the correctness of calculation results. This ability to accurately predict the HRSG degradation has prevented loss of 10% steam generation as a result of early corrective maintenance.
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Er. Hadi Wijaya is a Chief Specialist at LTA with 28 years of expertise in electrical and mechanical installations. His extensive 20-year involvement in Singapore's transport infrastructure includes major projects like the Thomson East Coast Line, Downtown Line, and Sentosa Gateway Tunnel. As a Professional Engineer and Licensed Electrical Engineer, he plays a crucial role in developing LTA's engineering capabilities and spearheads green initiatives in EV and PV implementation. He serves on various committees, including the Code of Practice for Roads Tunnel, and was deputy convenor for TR25, the technical reference for EV charging systems published in 2022.
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Track 1B: Decarbonisation of Land Transportation and Maritime Sector
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LTA’s Sustainability Journey in Land Transport
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Sustainability has long been central to Singapore’s land transport strategy, from early efforts such as energy-efficient street lighting to introducing regenerative braking on its first trains. Today, land transport remains one of the major sources of carbon emissions, but it also presents numerous opportunities for us to reduce our carbon impact through policies and technological innovations.
This presentation highlights how the Land Transport Authority integrates efficiency, accessibility, and environmental stewardship in its green strategies, with a focus on electrification and sustainable operations. Policies to support and encourage adoption of electric vehicles, large-scale deployment of solar photovoltaic systems, and measures to energy efficiency in daily operations, among other initiatives, contribute towards meeting our sustainability goals and puts Singapore on the path of achieving net-zero emissions by mid-century.
Kapil Berry, DNV Maritime’s Business Development Director and regional lead for maritime decarbonization in Singapore. Kapil organizes DNV’s Environmental Working Group, coordinating quarterly industry sessions on regulatory updates, future fuels, and energy efficiency, and curating expert speakers. Before joining DNV, he held operational roles in the industry, including fleet management at BW Group. Kapil regularly speaks at regional forums on maritime decarbonization and energy efficiency.
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Track 1B: Decarbonisation of Land Transportation and Maritime Sector
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Key solutions and strategies for Maritime's decarbonization journey
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This talk will outline the main drivers and practical solutions for decarbonising shipping. It will cover:
The session will highlight actionable steps for shipowners and stakeholders to achieve both short- and long-term decarbonisation goals, based on the latest industry insights and DNV’s guidance.
As Principal Fellow, Signal & Communications, Wee Lee is the Engineering Authority for Systems, specifically Signalling and Communications for SMRT Trains. He is responsible for the recruitment, professional development, training, and qualification of all S&C vocationalists within the company. Concurrently Wee Lee also Head SMRT Trains OT Cyber Security, where he is responsible for the build-up of cybersecurity policies, capabilities, systems, and controls in our company to be compliant with regulations and ensure high readiness with the conduct of cybersecurity exercises, compliance inspections, and training of our personnel.
Wee Lee holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Second-Class Upper Honours) from Queensland University of Technology, Australia. He has also been recognised as a Chartered Engineer by the Institution of Engineers Singapore (IES) since 2018. This distinction signifies his commitment to professional development and adherence to high engineering standards.
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Track 1B: Decarbonisation of Land Transportation and Maritime Sector
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Powering a Smarter, Greener Ride - Next Generation Green Communication Base Train Control (CBTC)
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For metro operator, traction energy consumption is a major contributor to its GHG emissions. The Green CBTC Next Gen Project marks a strategic step by SMRT towards sustainability and the decarbonisation of urban rail transport. This pioneering initiative leverages on advanced Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) technology, enhanced with real-time data analytics, to transform metro rail operations into a more sustainable and energy-efficient system.>/p>
By enabling highly precise train control, Green CBTC optimises driving strategies such as smoother acceleration and reduced braking, resulting in significant traction energy savings.
Currently piloted on Singapore’s North-South and East-West Lines, Green CBTC demonstrates how digital signalling innovations can deliver both operational
Tommy Phun is the Founder and CEO of Pyxis, an electric vessel start-up driving the coastal maritime industry toward a sustainable future. He leads a team of industry experts with deep sector knowledge, supported by agencies such as MPA, Enterprise Singapore, and Seeds Capital. Tommy is also a Director of Eng Hup Shipping, a family-owned marine services company that has grown under his leadership to a fleet of over 70 vessels, expanding into new sectors while advancing digitalisation and decarbonisation. Appointed as an MPA Digitalisation Playbook ambassador in 2020, Tommy graduated as Salutatorian from Singapore Management University.
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Track 1B: Decarbonisation of Land Transportation and Maritime Sector
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Pyxis: Powering a Greener Maritime Future for Singapore
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Singapore’s port has always been the heartbeat of our island, from its early trading days to becoming one of the busiest maritime hubs in the world. Today, we’re entering a new chapter, this time driven by the global push for decarbonisation. Pyxis is a collective of 13 homegrown maritime companies, working together to take on this challenge. By building an ecosystem that connects vessels, charging, and digital solutions, we’re proving that even in a traditional industry, change can be bold, collaborative, and green.
Associate Professor Ng Bor Kiat has many years of civil service and industry experiences and involvements in technology development, project implementation and systems management. Prior to joining the Singapore Institute of Technology in 2020, Associate Professor Ng was the Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President at SMRT, Director (Corporate Development) of the then Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Chief Maintenance & Engineering Officer of the Singapore Army, Director (Land Systems) at DSTA and a Consultant to NUS Temasek Systems Institute. Associate Professor Ng holds a master’s degree in Military Vehicle Technology from Cranfield Institute of Technology and a BEng (Mech) degree from Tokyo Institute of Technology. He is a Fellow, and a Chartered Engineer in Railway and Transportation Engineering and in Systems Engineering of the Institution of Engineers Singapore.
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Track 1B: Decarbonisation of Land Transportation and Maritime Sector
Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
Track 3B: Applied Research & Technological Innovation in Energy Management
Track 4B: Energy Efficiency in Sustainable Food Manufacturing
Dr. Bernard HOW is Associate Professor, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology. He is Chair, ASEAN Sub-Committee on Marine Science and Technology (SCMSAT). He was on Joint Appointment as Scientist with the Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine Singapore (TCOMS), Technology Lead, Digitization, Keppel FELS and prior to that the Programme Manager (Control), for the Keppel Offshore & Marine Technology Center. His research interests are in Electrification, Energy Efficiency, Digital Transformation & Data Analytics, Adaptive Neural and Applications, Control Systems and Autonomy.
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Track 1B: Decarbonisation of Land Transportation and Maritime Sector
Dr Dhivya Sampath Kumar received her PhD degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from National University of Singapore (NUS) and worked as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore (SERIS). Since February 2022, she has been working as an Assistant Professor in Singapore Institute of Technology. Her research interests include Modelling, Control, Optimization & Management of Microgrid/Smart Grids, Analysis of grid security, reliability and planning issues pertaining to embedded integrated distributed generators, Application of machine learning to power systems and Optimal Integration and Management of DERs. She has worked on multiple NRF projects with Energy Market Authority of Singapore and Singapore Power Grid to analyze the impact of integrating renewable distributed generators on the reliability and protection of power networks.
Ensures compliance with the Energy Conservation Act (ECA). Validate Measurement & Verification of energy savings and Recommend Energy Efficiency Improvements Plan to the management. Oversees the maintenance programmes to reduce the energy losses and implement energy-efficient practices / projects/ energy saving initiatives. Responsible to build an energy- conscious workforce and ensure training on energy management.
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Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
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Driving the Green Economy with Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Innovation and Capacity Development
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The transition to a low-carbon economy requires both technological advancement and the development of new capacities that link research, industry, and workforce needs. Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology plays a pivotal role by enabling electric vehicles to function as distributed energy resources, strengthening grid stability, facilitating renewable energy integration, and enabling participation in energy markets. Current efforts are advancing V2G applications through testbeds and the integration of flexible demand-side resources. These initiatives provide practical platforms for training, research, and collaboration, equipping professionals with expertise in smart grid operations, digital energy systems, and sustainable mobility. By combining applied research with capacity development, V2G is positioned not only as a technical innovation but also as a catalyst for preparing the energy sector to meet the evolving demands of the green economy. The presentation will outline key outcomes from ongoing V2G initiatives and their potential impact on future energy ecosystems.
Dr Lock is a Professor (Engineering) at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and the Head of its Energy Efficiency Technology Centre. He plays an active role in promoting sustainability and energy efficiency in Singapore, being the current Chairman of the Accreditation Committee for Energy Service Companies and the Co-Chair of the Singapore Certified Energy Managers Scheme. He has a unique blend of practicing and academic experience acquired through a career which is equally split between the industry and the academia. He joined the Department of Electrical Engineering, National University of Singapore as a lecturer in 1980. He left NUS to set up his consulting practice in 1997. He returned to the academia as a professor at SIT in 2016 after 20 years in the industry. He is the co-Laureate of the 2021 WFEO Medal for Excellence in Engineering Education awarded by the World Federation of Engineering Organisations. He is an Emeritus President and an Honorary Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Singapore.
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Keynote Session: Accelerating the Net Zero Transition: Critical Role of Energy Efficiency
Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
Sustainability (Education and Research) in the Office of the Provost, he develops SIT’s overall strategy for educational programmes in sustainability, while extending and synergizing applied research activities related to sustainability. Dr Chong envisions an industry driven by cutting-edge technologies, and a continuous-learning paradigm founded upon the requirements of the future economy. In SIT, he also supports the industry in developing solutions and manpower through training, consultation, and R&D.
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Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
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Green Skills for the Transition
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The challenges of the green transition require our workforce to be equipped with the relevant skills. This presentation articulates a range of sustainability challenges and the skills of different types and levels that are useful in addressing them.
Er. Tan is a registered Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering and Chartered Engineer in Environmental and Water Engineering in Singapore. His professional accreditations include Greenhouse Gas Emission Lead Verifier, certified by the National Environment Agency, GRI Certified Sustainability Professional, and Senior Practicing Management Consultant (Sustainability), accredited by the Singapore Business Advisors and Consultants Council. With extensive experience spanning sustainability, environmental engineering, and management consulting, Er. Tan focuses on sustainability, climate change, and environmental protection. He has led numerous impactful initiatives across the Asia Pacific region, including the ADB-financed project on low-carbon, climate-resilient urban infrastructure, the Jurong Island Air Quality Study, the Deep Tunnel Sewerage System, the Changi Water Reclamation Plant, and the Petronas Sustainability Development Program encompassing initiatives in low carbon strategies, energy efficiency, air emissions, and water management.
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Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
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The SMEs Sustainability Shift: Adopting Green Tech and Building Skills for Tomorrow
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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) which make up approximately 99% of all businesses in Singapore play a vital role in the nation’s transition to a green economy. Yet many struggle with resource limitations and capability gaps as sustainability expectations intensify across regulatory, investment, and supply chain arenas.
This session offers a grassroots view of how SMEs are responding to these pressures—leveraging practical green technologies, strengthening workforce competencies, and aligning their operations with national sustainability goals. Through real-world case studies, Er Tan will illustrate how local enterprises are transforming challenges into growth opportunities, advancing both climate action and economic resilience.
Gan Ann oversees the environmental sustainability of industrial activities in Singapore. This includes developing the ecosystem in Singapore for decarbonisation of existing industries, growing the carbon services sector, and advancing new green growth sectors.
Prior to this position, she was responsible for the development of the Energy & Renewables sector in Singapore, through the management of some of EDB’s key accounts. She was also responsible for policy development and long-term planning for the sustainable use of resources in Singapore’s industrial sector.
Prior to EDB, Gan Ann has honed her policy making skills at the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the National Climate Change Secretariat and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She was also a part of Singapore’s negotiating delegation for climate change related agreements, including the Paris Agreement.
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Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
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Powering Green Growth with Green Skills
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Singapore’s green future won’t be built by technology alone, but by people with the right skills. This session looks at how green capabilities can give companies an edge with their stakeholders, while also opening doors to new decarbonisation solutions that can be scaled across the region. We’ll explore how partnerships can be formed to grow this talent alongside new technologies, creating good jobs and sustainable growth for the long term.
Mr Robin Ngan is the Director of SITLEARN, SIT’s Lifelong Learning Division and the National Centre of Excellence in Workplace Learning. Robin joined SIT in 2015 and was responsible for setting up the lifelong learning Division and charting the strategy and growth for Continuing Education and Training. To date, SITLEARN has trained over 25,000 adult learners from over 1,300 organisations through various pathways and offerings comprising open, custom, modular, industry certifications, workplace learning and the competency-based stackable micro-credentials pathways. Prior to joining SIT, Robin was Head of Customised Executive Programmes at the Executive Education (EE) office at National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School from 2007 to 2015. He partnered Global Chief Learning Officers, Group HR Directors and Learning and Development teams from fortune 500 companies on executive and leadership development programmes. He also works closely with program directors, faculty, and executive coaches in designing transformative, innovative, and impactful learning solutions that drives business, organisational, and talent outcomes. During his tenure, NUS EE Custom Programmes were ranked first in Singapore, Asia and 16th in the world by FT rankings. Robin graduated with a master's in education and human resource development from the George Washington University (GWU). Robin has been invited to speak at various corporate learning festivals, contribute to community of practice events, industry panel discussions, media interviews and thought leadership articles in Straits Times, Channel News Asia, Lian He Zao Bao, Linked in and Carrington Crisp.
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Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
Herman is a Senior Manager and Course Manager at Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP), with more than 15 years of experience in energy consulting and green skills development. He serves as the Secretariat of NYP’s Sustainability Steering Committee, where he supports the Education & Research pillar of the Polytechnic’s sustainability master plan. A dedicated educator, Herman also manages sustainability training programmes and delivers lectures on topics such as energy management and energy recovery. He holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore and is a Singapore Certified Energy Manager (SCEM).
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Track 2B: Green Skills Development for the Green Economy
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Advancing Green Skills through training and collaboration
Presentation Synopsis
This session explores the role that Nanyang Polytechnic plays in advancing green skills through practical training and collaboration with industry. It explores current initiatives, future opportunities and the role of partnerships in building a workforce for the green economy. These efforts support Singapore’s national drive toward sustainability and a low-carbon future.
Chee Kit Ho is a Senior Director at C&W Services, where he supports the Sustainability and Net Zero Carbon Assets Technical Consultancy across Asia Pacific. He collaborates with clients to enhance asset performance, manage costs, and align carbon reduction efforts with corporate goals. With a foundation in engineering and sustainability, Chee Kit enjoys sharing knowledge as an educator and has presented papers at academic conferences. He holds qualifications in engineering, energy management, and business continuity, helping translate technical insights into practical, actionable solutions.
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Track 3B: Applied Research & Technological Innovation in Energy Management
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Sustainable ZLD: Balancing Water Recovery, Energy Efficiency, and Innovation
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Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) is a water management approach that recovers and reuses nearly all process water, eliminating wastewater discharge. More than a treatment solution, ZLD links energy use, resource recovery, and sustainability goals, making it key to net-zero operations. With advances in membrane systems, heat recovery, and smart process design, ZLD can be achieved efficiently—reducing freshwater demand, preventing pollution, and recovering valuable byproducts without excessive energy penalties.
Dr. CHAN Jhan Yhee is Arup’s Southeast Asia Energy Leader. He is a Chartered Electrical Engineer with the UK Engineering Council. He has a PhD in Electrical Energy, acquired from The University of Manchester, UK.
Dr Chan started his career in the UK in 2006 as a Power System Researcher. His career spans across academic research, engineering consultancy, electricity utility, and industrial R&D. He joined Arup in 2016 in the UK and moved to Singapore in 2022.
Dr Chan has led numerous large-scale renewable energy projects in the UK, Europe and in Asia. His teams currently advise private developers, network operators and government agencies on utility-scale renewables, energy storage, and regional grids in Southeast Asia.
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Track 3B: Applied Research & Technological Innovation in Energy Management
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Green Energy Systems with Energy Storage
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Under the Energy Reset pillar underpinning the Singapore Green Plan 2030, solar energy will play a crucial role in both domestic and cross-border deployment. Given the intermittent nature of solar power, energy storage systems are being paired up with solar power to improve energy dispatchability. In the past 2 years, Arup has worked on a number of projects for asset owners and developers to help them design green energy supply systems. This presentation summarises the key takeaways from these engagements, with the purpose of providing an overview of the technical and cost considerations of these green energy systems.
Vincent Low is the Founder & Regional Vice President of G-Energy Global Pte. Ltd.
He is a Qualified Energy Auditor & Green Mark Advanced Accredited Professional (GM AAP) accredited by Building and Construction Authority (BCA) of Singapore and Singapore Certified Energy Manager (Certified SCEM) accredited by The Institution of Engineers, Singapore.
G-Energy Global has been involved in the energy and system performance for clients in Singapore and Southeast Asia. The company is recognized as an Energy and Sustainable Design consulting firm and also help numerous companies achieves numbers of Building Energy Efficiency Labeling Award by Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) & Energy Sustainability Unit (National University of Singapore). In 2008, he also assists the first private developer to achieve the prestige Green Mark “Platinum” Award by Building Construction Authority (BCA).
In 2018 & 2023, his company was named as the Outstanding Energy Services Provider of the Year by the Energy Efficiency National Partnership (EENP), organized by the National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore.
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Track 3B: Applied Research & Technological Innovation in Energy Management
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Air Side Optimization - A Missing Piece in HVAC Industry
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This presentation highlights a proven methodology for building owners to significantly enhance Air Conditioning and Mechanical Ventilation (ACMV) Total System Efficiency (TSE) using smart technology. Traditionally, the industry has focused on equipment and chiller plantroom efficiency, often overlooking the critical role of airside system optimization.
We will explore:
This presentation aims to demonstrate the potential for substantial efficiency gains and business benefits by rethinking ACMV system design and leveraging smart technology.
Wei Jian Tay is the Solution Lead for Digital Building within the Digital Energy division in East Asia. He holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the National University of Singapore and is a certified Singapore Certified Energy Manager (SCEM). Wei Jian specializes in applying digital twin technologies to enhance energy and operational efficiency in buildings. With a strong foundation in digital innovation, he has led transformative initiatives across the region. Today, he shares how digital twins are revolutionizing energy management and driving sustainable outcomes in the built environment.
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Track 3B: Applied Research & Technological Innovation in Energy Management
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Powering Efficiency: Leveraging Digital Twin and AI for Next-Gen Energy Management
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As the global demand for sustainable energy solutions intensifies, harnessing the power of emerging technologies has become critical for future-ready energy management. In this session, Schneider Electric will explore how Digital Twin technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are transforming the way buildings and industrial facilities optimise energy use. Digital twins offer a dynamic, virtual replica of physical assets, enabling real-time monitoring, simulation, and predictive maintenance. When paired with AI, they unlock powerful insights to drive energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and support decarbonisation goals. Drawing from Schneider Electric’s applied research and real-world implementations, the speaker will demonstrate how these technologies create a data-driven ecosystem that empowers facilities to make smarter, faster, and greener decisions. This session will also highlight how digital innovation supports the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and helps organisations transition towards a low-carbon, resilient future—making energy efficiency not just a target, but a continuous, intelligent process.
King-Jet Tseng was born in Singapore and received B.Eng. (First Class) and M.Eng. from National University of Singapore, and Ph.D. from Cambridge University in England. He is a Fellow of IEEE, Fellow of IET, a Fellow of IES and registered as Chartered Engineer with UK Engineering Council. He has more than 35 years of academic, research, industrial and professional experience in electrical power and energy systems. He has been the Head of Power Engineering Division in Nanyang Technological University and the Board Member of the Singapore Green Building Council. He co-founded the Singapore-Berkeley Building Efficiency and Sustainability for the Tropics (SinBerBEST) program funded by Singapore’s National Research Foundation.
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Track 3B: Applied Research & Technological Innovation in Energy Management
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Applied Research & Technological Innovation in Energy Management
Presentation Synopsis
This session explores the crucial intersection of cutting-edge research and practical application in optimizing energy systems. We shall delve into innovative solutions addressing critical challenges in energy production, distribution, and consumption. Presentations will cover a range of topics, including advancements in renewable energy technologies, smart grid infrastructure, energy storage solutions, and data-driven energy management strategies. We shall examine the latest research findings, real-world case studies showcasing successful implementations, and future trends shaping the energy landscape. Our speakers represent leading experts from academia, industry, and government, offering diverse perspectives and valuable insights. This session aims to foster dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, ultimately driving progress towards a more sustainable and efficient energy future
A seasoned Executive with vast intercultural experience. An Engineer by training with an Executive MBA from IMD, Dominique combines engineering and business know-how, giving him a broad background. Having worked in the food manufacturing industry in Europe, the US, and Asia, he gained in-depth expertise and extensive knowledge in various roles.
After many years in the corporate world, Dominique co-founded SGProtein in 2021, also leading the company as CEO. His passion for food innovation and scaling of new processes led him to move into a new venture where he helps companies to bring their products to the mass market.
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Track 4B: Energy Efficiency in Sustainable Food Manufacturing
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Track 4B: Energy Efficiency in Sustainable Food Manufacturing
Vincent Wei is the co-founder and CEO of Archisen (www.archisen.com), a Singapore-based agritech company that designs, builds, and operates solutions to grow ultra-fresh, ultra-local produce in cities. Archisen partnered with FarmByte (a subsidiary of Johor Corporation) to establish the largest vertical farm in Malaysia. Vegetables from the farm are sold under the Just Produce brand (www.justproduce.com). Vincent has a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the National University of Singapore.
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Track 4B: Energy Efficiency in Sustainable Food Manufacturing
Mr Chan Hian Lim is Associate Vice President (Applied Research) at the Singapore Institute of Technology, where he leads emerging-technology strategy and applied-research programmes in quantum, embodied AI for robotics, digital rail engineering and food technology. Formerly Deputy CEO (Technology) at DSO National Laboratories and Deputy CEO (Corporate, Industry & Technology) at the Singapore Food Agency, he has over 30 years’ experience spanning defence systems, space technology, sustainable food production and digital transformation. He led the Singapore Food Story R&D roadmap and serves as Board Director of FoodPlant.
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Track 4B: Energy Efficiency in Sustainable Food Manufacturing
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