Green Energy Network - Asia (GEN-A)

Responding to Asia’s clean energy imperative

Asia creates more than half of global coal-related emissions, projected to grow by 3% annually. Reaching net-zero by 2050 requires a dramatic shift in how clean energy solutions are financed, sourced and implemented.

Chinese engagement, in technology, green finance and international initiatives, plays a key role in shaping this transition.

GEN-A is a neutral platform connecting partners, bridging knowledge gaps, and promoting informed policymaking through strategic collaborations with Chinese partners and global stakeholders.

We bring together regional leaders to:

  • accelerate Asia’s green energy transition
  • strengthen engagement with China on green energy
  • maximise opportunities while safeguarding governance, sustainability and long‑term resilience.

Our focus is on practical solutions to key challenges, including:

  • green finance
  • governance
  • regional collaboration
  • fossil fuel retirement.

Annual conference

GEN-A's annual conference is an interactive forum for leading regional policymakers, industry professionals and clean energy pioneers, to build partnerships and drive innovative policy and financing solutions.

The event features case study discussions, capacity-building sessions, and field visits to explore practical solutions through dialogue and network building.

2026 - Grid-plus-storage projects

In 2026, we focus on viable business models and investment opportunities in grid‑plus‑storage projects - a key priority for integrating more renewable energy and strengthening system resilience across Asia, supported by deeper cooperation with China.

2025 - Green Independent Power Producer (IPP) development 

GEN‑A’s inaugural 2025 meeting focused on strengthening green IPP development, covering policy, pricing, and China–Asia cooperation.

The consensus set clear actions to improve financing and identify priority capacity‑building needs for future initiatives.

View the report: Green independent power producers (IPPs) in Asia: A practical guide for negotiations and agreements between Chinese and international partners

Research lead

 

Christoph Nedopil