CASE STUDIES

Accelerating Industrial Decarbonization through Clean Heat 

    • Led the Southeast Asia Clean Heat White Paper (2024) covering Vietnam and the Philippines; compiled country-level evidence briefs, case studies, and stakeholder maps.

    • Conducted over 40 industry consultations with textile, apparel, and food-and-beverage manufacturers to assess technology readiness and barriers.

    • Drafted the first Clean Heat Accelerator Concept Note with WRI Polsky Energy Transition Center, Renewable Thermal Collaborative, and Aii.

    • Facilitated coordination among the Apparel Leadership Group, NREL, and regional governments to align pilot planning and financing.

    • Led the Southeast Asia Clean Heat White Paper (2024) covering Vietnam and the Philippines; compiled country-level evidence briefs, case studies, and stakeholder maps.

    • Conducted over 40 industry consultations with textile, apparel, and food-and-beverage manufacturers to assess technology readiness and barriers.

    • Drafted the first Clean Heat Accelerator Concept Note with WRI Polsky Energy Transition Center, Renewable Thermal Collaborative, and Aii.

    • Facilitated coordination among the Apparel Leadership Group, NREL, and regional governments to align pilot planning and financing.

    • Positioned ACEC and partners as trusted technical advisors for industrial decarbonization pathways in Southeast Asia.

    • Secured buy-in from multinational brands and their suppliers to co-develop pilot projects in Vietnam and Indonesia.

    • Enabled evidence-based dialogue between industry leaders and governments on clean-heat policy integration.

    • Laid the groundwork for the Asia Clean Heat Accelerator Coalition (launch 2026) — a regional platform for industrial heat electrification and just-transition implementation.

    • Catalyzed new financing streams and technical partnerships for thermal decarbonization in emerging markets.

    • Strengthened regional capacity to embed clean-heat solutions in national energy transition plans, linking climate targets with industry action.

Empowering Supply Chains for Net-Zero Action 

    • Rolled out the Supply Chain Assistance Program with WRI Indonesia’s INCODE tool to build corporate and MSME capacity for GHG measurement and target setting.

    • Delivered country-level trainingtrainings in the Philippines (> 70 leaders) and Vietnam (> 120 participants) focused on textile, apparel, and F&B sectors.

    • Produced sector-specific case studies and training materials linking supply-chain decarbonization with clean-heat and renewable-energy adoption.

    • Partnered with chambers of commerce and industry associations to localize content and expand reach.

    • Practical training modules and localized GHG accounting guides based on the INCODE platform.

    • In-country capacity-building sessions for nearly 200 industry leaders across Vietnam and the Philippines.

    • Compilation of sectoral case studies highlighting finance pathways for low-carbon manufacturing.

    • Created initial pipeline of companies requesting follow-up technical and financial assistance.

    • Conducted over 40 industry consultations with textile, apparel, and food-and-beverage manufacturers to assess technology readiness and barriers.

    • Drafted the first Clean Heat Accelerator Concept Note with WRI Polsky Energy Transition Center, Renewable Thermal Collaborative, and Aii.

    • Facilitated coordination among the Apparel Leadership Group, NREL, and regional governments to align pilot planning and financing.

    • Established a scalable regional model for supply-chain engagement on climate action that connects capacity-building to investment mobilization.

    • Enabled SMEs and corporates to align climate targets with practical clean-energy interventions, enhancing competitiveness in global value chains.

    • Contributed to Asia’s broader industrial transition agenda by embedding climate competence within production and procurement systems.

    • Generated demand for tailored financing and policy tools linking corporate targets to industrial decarbonization solutions.

    • Strengthened coordination between brands and suppliers through joint training platforms and follow-up dialogues.

    • Established a scalable regional model for supply-chain engagement on climate action that connects capacity-building to investment mobilization.

    • Enabled SMEs and corporates to align climate targets with practical clean-energy interventions, enhancing competitiveness in global value chains.

    • Contributed to Asia’s broader industrial transition agenda by embedding climate competence within production and procurement systems.

Case Studies in Collaboration with our Partners

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Our Work with WRI

    • Rolled out the Supply Chain Assistance Program with WRI Indonesia’s INCODE tool to build corporate and MSME capacity for GHG measurement and target setting.

    • Delivered country-level trainingtrainings in the Philippines (> 70 leaders) and Vietnam (> 120 participants) focused on textile, apparel, and F&B sectors.

    • Produced sector-specific case studies and training materials linking supply-chain decarbonization with clean-heat and renewable-energy adoption.

    • Partnered with chambers of commerce and industry associations to localize content and expand reach.

    • Practical training modules and localized GHG accounting guides based on the INCODE platform.

    • In-country capacity-building sessions for nearly 200 industry leaders across Vietnam and the Philippines.

    • Compilation of sectoral case studies highlighting finance pathways for low-carbon manufacturing.

    • Created initial pipeline of companies requesting follow-up technical and financial assistance.

    • Conducted over 40 industry consultations with textile, apparel, and food-and-beverage manufacturers to assess technology readiness and barriers.

    • Drafted the first Clean Heat Accelerator Concept Note with WRI Polsky Energy Transition Center, Renewable Thermal Collaborative, and Aii.

    • Facilitated coordination among the Apparel Leadership Group, NREL, and regional governments to align pilot planning and financing.

    • Established a scalable regional model for supply-chain engagement on climate action that connects capacity-building to investment mobilization.

    • Enabled SMEs and corporates to align climate targets with practical clean-energy interventions, enhancing competitiveness in global value chains.

    • Contributed to Asia’s broader industrial transition agenda by embedding climate competence within production and procurement systems.

    • Generated demand for tailored financing and policy tools linking corporate targets to industrial decarbonization solutions.

    • Strengthened coordination between brands and suppliers through joint training platforms and follow-up dialogues.

    • Established a scalable regional model for supply-chain engagement on climate action that connects capacity-building to investment mobilization.

    • Enabled SMEs and corporates to align climate targets with practical clean-energy interventions, enhancing competitiveness in global value chains.

    • Contributed to Asia’s broader industrial transition agenda by embedding climate competence within production and procurement systems.

Asia Clean Energy Coalition (ACEC)

    • Supported ACEC’s regional advocacy on renewable energy market reforms and buyer–supplier dialogues across ASEAN.

    • Provided analytical and strategic support in developing ACEC’s engagement strategy with government ministries and energy market regulators.

    • Organized and facilitated high-level events during ACEF 2023 and follow-up workshops in Manila and Singapore.

    • Authored strategy documents, policy briefs, and coalition position statements on corporate renewable procurement.

    • Coordinated cross-country dialogues linking corporate buyers, utilities, and policymakers.

    • Strengthened the collective corporate buyer voice in ASEAN energy policy processes.

    • Enabled structured engagement between ACEC members and regulatory institutions.

    • Advanced regional enabling conditions for renewable energy procurement, helping corporates meet science-based targets through policy-aligned market access.

Global Climate Action Partnership (GCAP)

    • Provided technical and policy inputs to GCAP’s global decarbonization strategy with a focus on Asia’s transition priorities.

    • Contributed to COP28 sessions and regional briefings, linking Southeast Asia’s initiatives with global climate finance and investment dialogues.

    • Produced regional analysis papers and coordinated Southeast Asia participation in GCAP convenings.

    • Represented MJA and WRI partners in global multi-stakeholder sessions on industrial and finance transitions.

    • Enhanced alignment between Asia-focused projects and GCAP’s global strategic priorities.

    • Strengthened collaboration between regional and international actors on energy and finance interventions.

    • Promoted global–regional coherence within GCAP’s partnerships, ensuring that Asia’s decarbonization priorities inform global policy and financing platforms.

Asia Engine for Net Zero (AENZ)

    • Co-convened corporate working groups on clean-heat and renewable energy adoption under the AENZ platform.

    • Supported the design of sectoral decarbonization pathways for the agrivoltaics, industrial heat, and energy efficiency sectors.

    • Provided transaction-enabling and blended-finance concepts for donor and investor mobilization.

    • Developed business models and concept papers for innovative finance and technology solutions.

    • Hosted joint policy dialogues with WRI and Tara Climate Foundation partners to advance industry-government collaboration.

    • Mobilized corporate networks and technical partners around shared net-zero commitments.

    • Enabled translation of decarbonization concepts into investable project frameworks.

    • Accelerated alignment among corporates, funders, and governments to advance Southeast Asia’s industrial and energy transition agenda.

Manila Observatory

    • Partnered on research and advocacy around global sustainable finance and just transition frameworks.

    • Provided Southeast Asia–specific inputs to E3G’s global finance studies and thought leadership pieces.

    • Co-authored policy briefs and discussion papers highlighting regional perspectives on green recovery and finance.

    • Supported stakeholder engagements on inclusive transition and finance mobilization.

    • Strengthened the interface between research and policymaking through integrated analysis and stakeholder engagement.

    • Increased local uptake of data-driven approaches to energy transition planning.

    • Improved the Philippine evidence base for climate adaptation and mitigation, reinforcing scientific grounding for national and local decision-making.