Tue, Feb 24
|Hybrid with in-person and virtual sessions
Premier Canada-ASEAN Sustainable Energy Forum
Time & Location
Feb 24, 2026, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. MST
Hybrid with in-person and virtual sessions
Event Details
Date & Time: February 24, 2026, at 6:30 PM (Calgary) | February 25, 2026, at 9:30 AM (Singapore)
Organizer: Canada-ASEAN Business Council Sustainable Energy Working Group
Venue: Calgary, Canada / Online
Format: Hybrid with in-person Fireside Chat, Virtual Q&A/Networking (Participants are encouraged to join virtually, in-person event is by invitation only)
Introduction
This session provides an overview of Canada’s evolving energy initiatives, with a focus on federal and provincial dynamics, the net-zero transition, and the continued role of hydrocarbons alongside renewables, carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), and critical minerals.
This discussion will explore investment attractiveness, competitiveness, and regional cooperation, highlighting how Canada’s energy strategy and technological capabilities align with the needs of ASEAN investors, markets, and supply chains.
The Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) Sustainable Energy Working Group (SEWG) represents a strategic initiative to harness Canada's world-class expertise in sustainable energy technologies to support ASEAN's ambitious energy goals. As ASEAN's energy demand surges - projected to more than double by 2050 amid rapid economic and demographic growth - the region faces critical challenges in balancing affordability, security, and sustainability. The SEWG's plan and priorities, outlined herein, emphasize a Partnerships, Pathway, and Procurement approach to foster actionable collaborations. This framework prioritizes knowledge exchange, joint ventures, and innovative procurement mechanisms to align innovations and investment between Canada and ASEAN in areas like hydropower, renewables, natural gas, hydrogen, and carbon management.
Objectives
Facilitate strategic dialogue between ASEAN and Canadian public and private sector delegates
Enhance mutual understanding of energy trilemma, how Canada’s energy initiatives can support ASEAN sustainable energy pathways
Identify collaboration opportunities & build long-term partnerships between ASEAN & Canadian participants
Topics
Canada’s strategic position & opportunities
Alignment with ASEAN’s needs and objectives
Introduction to the Sustainable Energy Working Group (SEWG)
Agenda
Welcome Remarks
Opening by Matthew Klukas, Co-Chair of the CABC Sustainable Energy Working Group. (View speaker profile)
Scene-Setting Remarks
Context-setting presentation by Dr. Robert (RJ) Johnston, Director of Energy and Natural Resources Policy, School of Public Policy, University of Calgary (View speaker profile)
Fireside Chat
An in-depth discussion exploring key themes in Canada-ASEAN sustainable energy collaboration.
Ron Hoffmann, Co-Chair of the CABC Sustainable Energy Working Group. (View speaker profile)
Dr. Robert (RJ) Johnston, Director of Energy and Natural Resources Policy, School of Public Policy, University of Calgary
Q&A Session
Interactive Q&A session with speakers and participants.
Networking Session (Optional)
Opportunity for continued discussion and networking, available both virtually and in person.