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ASEAN Showcase
SEA Green Economy 2025
Unlocking systems for growth and impact.
SEA Green Economy Report 2025
The Southeast Asia Green Economy Report 2025, developed by Bain & Company, GenZero, Google, Standard Chartered, and Temasek identifies how systems-level solutions, key enabling solutions, and collaboration with APAC nations could unlock emission reductions and deliver new economic value and jobs for the region by 2030.
Actioning prioritised solutions could yield USD120bn in GDP and 900,000 jobs for ASEAN-6 by 2030
Sustainable bioeconomy
Harnessing nature-based solutions to create new industries and reduce reliance
Next-gen grid development
Investing in grid infrastructure to scale renewable power generation
EV ecosystem
Accelerating EV adoption and developing regional EV supply chains
Transition finance
Expanding access to capital via regional funds and partnerships
Carbon markets
Scaling carbon markets by increasing demand, building supply and developing infrastructure
Green AI
Powering data-driven optimisation across power, transportation and agriculture
Disclaimer
Standard Chartered has an important role to play in supporting our clients, sectors and markets to deliver net zero, but to do so in a manner that supports livelihoods and promotes sustainable economic growth. We currently provide financial services to clients, sectors and markets that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions however we’re committed to net zero in our own operations by 2025 and in our financed emissions by 2050.
Introducing ASEAN Ahead: Charting a resilient and inclusive future
As a proud sponsor of Bloomberg’s ASEAN Ahead, Standard Chartered presents Shaping the ASEAN Future—a video and thought-leadership series that explores the transformative trends shaping ASEAN’s economy. From the USD2 trillion digital economy transformation to green finance and trade connectivity, hear from visionary leaders on the opportunities driving growth across one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
Digitalisation
Powering progress: Investing in ASEAN’s digital future
With ASEAN’s digital economy projected to grow to USD2 trillion by 2030, businesses must adopt rapid innovation to leverage new opportunities. Hear from Patrick Lee, CEO of Singapore and ASEAN, Standard Chartered, as he explores how regional connectivity, cutting-edge technologies, and strategic partnerships are transforming ASEAN into a global digital powerhouse.
Sustainable Finance
Financing ASEAN’s sustainability ambitions
ASEAN’s path to a sustainable future will require innovative financing structures, renewable energy investment, and collaborative partnerships. Chow Wan Thonh, Head, Banking and Coverage, Singapore & ASEAN, Standard Chartered delves into the region’s journey towards decarbonisation.
Network capabilities
Unlocking ASEAN’s potential as a super connector
With intra-ASEAN trade expected to grow by 8.7 per cent annually until 2030, the bloc is a vital hub for global trade. Sunil Kaushal, Co-Head, Corporate & Investment Banking, Standard Chartered, highlights how businesses can capitalise on these opportunities to expand markets and navigate ASEAN’s dynamic economy.
Other reports
SEA’s Green Economy Report 2024
Delve into ASEAN’s decarbonisation journey and assess the region’s progress in achieving 2030 climate commitments. The report highlights key initiatives, identifies investable opportunities, and explores innovative finance mechanisms to unlock potential for energy transition.
Winning in ASEAN
ASEAN is a hotbed of opportunities. Four sectors in the region are projected to grow by more than 10 per cent CAGR in the near team.
‘Winning in ASEAN’, a strategic point-of-view, explores the major shifts and disruptions impacting businesses as well as key winning strategies undertaken by corporates to thrive and achieve resilient growth across the region.
ASEAN Borderless Business
ASEAN offers significant business expansion and investment opportunities for organisations. Senior business leaders surveyed from seven trade corridors share how they plan to drive resilient growth in this dynamic landscape.