Rising electricity needs put Southeast Asia’s energy security at risk: report

IEA warns Southeast Asia's energy security at risk as electricity demand surges

The International Energy Agency released a report warning that risks to Southeast Asia's energy supplies are multiplying faster than solutions to meet rapidly rising electricity demand, which is expected to grow at 5.4% annually through 2030. The agency recommends the region diversify energy sources and supply routes, utilize domestic resources, and improve energy efficiency.