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6 Frequently Asked Questions about “Southeast Asia Hydropower Energy Storage Project”
How much pumped storage hydropower will Southeast Asia have in 2033?
According to projections from Norwegian consultancy Rystad Energy, Southeast Asia's share of pumped storage hydropower is set to increase nearly eightfold in less than a decade – from 2.3 GW today to 18 GW by 2033.
Is Southeast Asia poised for a hydropower transformation?
Southeast Asia is poised for a hydropower transformation, with countries committing to significant capacity increases. According to the 2024 World Hydropower Outlook, Indonesia plans to expand its hydropower capacity from 6.7 GW to 72 GW by 2070.
Who uses hydropower in Southeast Asia?
According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), hydropower capacity in the region grew almost threefold from 16 GW to 44 GW between 2000 and 2016. The major users of hydropower technology areAssociation of Southeast Asian Nations' (ASEAN) members in the Indochinese region and the Philippines.
Can hydropower help stabilize the ASEAN grid?
While the region has made progress, adding 1.6 GW of hydropower capacity in 2023, there remains significant untapped potential. Hydropower and pumped storage can play a much larger role in stabilising the ASEAN grid, especially as countries work to meet growing energy demands while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Where in Southeast Asia is hydropower coming from?
Water released from the Three Gorges Dam, a gigantic hydropower project on the Yangtze river, in Yichang, central China's Hubei province. (AFP Photo/STR). Hydropower in Southeast Asia holds much promise.
What does the inauguration of the IHA Southeast Asia office mean for hydropower?
The inauguration of the IHA Southeast Asia Office marked a pivotal moment for the hydropower sector in the region, with leaders acknowledging the critical role hydropower, including pumped storage, can play in achieving its long-term energy and climate goals.