Dr Elbinsar Purba is Fellow at the Climate Change in Southeast Asia Programme of ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute. He previously worked at the ASEAN Secretariat before pursuing his PhD at Fudan University.
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Articles by Elbinsar Purba (4)
ASEAN’s Subsea Power Connectivity Ambition Needs a Jolt
Elbinsar Purba
ASEAN has ambitious plans to implement a regional power grid. But there is a critical need to improve technical and industrial capacity in subsea power systems.
ASEAN Oil Stockpile Ambition: Destined for the Same Old Fate?
Elbinsar Purba
There is revived interest in developing an ASEAN oil stockpile, a decades-old concept. The rationale is clear, but the hurdles remain high.
Indonesia’s 100 GW Solar Ambition: Can Rural Cooperatives Bridge the Gap?
Elbinsar Purba
Indonesia’s plan to generate 100 GW of solar energy is laudable. However, there are serious concerns about implementation.
The War Against Iran and the Fragility of Southeast Asia’s Energy Responses
Elbinsar Purba
The US-Israeli war against Iran has underscored Southeast Asia’s vulnerability when it comes to energy supplies. But regional countries need to think beyond stopgap measures.