Location >> Industry Insight | Biomass Is Strengthening ASEAN's Energy Future
Date：2026-07-21
Across Southeast Asia, governments are accelerating the development of biomass and biofuels through national renewable energy policies.
Indonesia has implemented its B35 biodiesel mandate, Malaysia continues expanding B10/B20 biodiesel for road transport, while Thailand and the Philippines are promoting ethanol production from agricultural feedstocks. These initiatives not only strengthen regional energy security but also create new opportunities across the biomass value chain.
Here are three trends worth watching:
Biomass is becoming a strategic pillar of ASEAN's energy transition.
With abundant agricultural residues, forestry waste and organic biomass resources, bioenergy is playing an increasingly important role in supporting a cleaner and more diversified energy mix.
Energy security is driving greater investment in local biomass resources.
As countries seek to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels, locally available biomass is becoming an increasingly important solution for improving energy resilience.
Agricultural residues are creating new opportunities for the circular economy.
Rice husks, palm residues, bagasse and wood waste are no longer viewed as waste alone—they are valuable feedstocks for biofuels, biochar and other high-value bio-based products, creating additional income for rural communities while reducing emissions.
As ASEAN continues advancing its clean energy and carbon reduction goals, biomass is expected to play an even greater role in the region's sustainable development.
At ASEAN Biomass Energy Expo (ABEE 2027), we continue to connect biomass producers, technology suppliers, investors and industry stakeholders to explore the latest innovations and business opportunities across ASEAN.
17–19 March 2027
IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand.
Free Visitor Registration:
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What role do you think biomass will play in ASEAN's energy transition over the next decade?
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Source: https://seads.adb.org/
