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Today , what is common is that all countries are transforming their grid systems and can learn from each other .
The best infrastructure will be realised by successfully integrating new forms of generation and thinking about – and investing into – the grid as a system . Vietnam , as one example , rapidly and successfully grew its solar power capacity in 2019 and 2020 from hundreds of megawatts to 16.8 gigawatts , representing approximately a quarter of the nation ’ s grid capacity . These investments , on the other hand , outpaced investments in transmission and distribution systems .
What does the future energy mix look like in Asia ? We envision the future energy mix in Asia to include harnessing of natural resources like solar and wind power , hydro resources , new biofuels , battery chemistry and integrated vehicle charging infrastructure .
Green hydrogen and green ammonia are fast emerging as alternative fuels of the future , given their potential in decarbonising power generation and transport , heating domestic and commercial buildings , and supporting industrial feedstock and hard-toabate industrial processes .
What are the opportunities for business leaders ? A successful energy transition demands leadership throughout government and the

About Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch is a 100 % employee-owned global engineering , procurement , consulting and construction company with a more than 100-year track record of innovation in sustainable infrastructure . Since 1915 , they have helped clients improve the lives of people around the world by addressing the resilience and reliability of the most important infrastructure assets . Black & Veatch revenues exceeded US $ 3.3 billion in 2021 .
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