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LEE among Filipino Delegates at the ASEAN Battery Technology Conference in Singapore
Mecaelah Palaganas • November 30, 2024
Prof. Joey D. Ocon, Dr. Julie Anne D.R. Paraggua, Dr. Lawrence Limjuco,
and Giancarlo Sanglay
were among the Filipino delegates at the 2nd ASEAN Battery Technology Conference, held from August 21 to 23, 2024, at the Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa
in Singapore. Themed "Powering ASEAN: Innovating the Future of Battery,"
the event was co-organized by key ASEAN associations from Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. They were accompanied by LEE member and graduate student, Giancarlo Sanglay and NextGen Project Chief Technical Specialist, Dr. Lawrence Limjuco, of the Advanced Batteries Center.
The conference aimed to foster connections among researchers, engineers, and industry stakeholders within the battery and electric vehicle (EV) sectors. It provided a platform for knowledge exchange, technical discussions, and potential collaborations. Key topics included the development of the Battery and EV Roadmap for Southeast Asia, as well as government policies and regulations surrounding battery and energy storage systems (ESS) applications. Industry leaders and academic experts also addressed technological advancements in battery materials, financial support for innovations, and strategies for managing the end-of-life value chain of batteries.
Prof. Ocon, who also serves as Co-Founder of Nascent Batteries, played an active role in the event by moderating a panel discussion on advancing ESS technologies in Asia. The panel featured representatives from prominent organizations, including EDP Renewables APAC, Green Tenaga Pte Ltd, and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand.
This collaborative event underscored the region's commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and highlighted the critical role of ASEAN countries in driving innovation within the battery and EV industries.
Article by: Lora Monique Sapanta
LEE research staff and graduate students participated in an in-house training and workshop on the Python for Power Systems Analysis (PyPSA) toolbox on October 9 and 23, 2024 . The sessions were led by Arizeo Salac (SRS 1, ElectriPHI), who returned from a six-month research sandwich program at the Reiner Lemoine Institute in Berlin, Germany , where he focused on data-driven decision-making and energy systems modeling. The training included a detailed discussion on energy systems modeling, with key topics such as data sources and the representation of energy systems using both conventional and renewable technologies. Participants received hands-on assistance with the software setup and installation, followed by simulation activities that showcased PyPSA’s capabilities in energy and power systems analysis. Mr. Salac also presented his baseline model of the Philippine energy system, which can be utilized for energy transition scenario planning. The event aimed to enhance participants' proficiency with open-source modeling tools, share best practices in modeling, and support their research in energy systems. Article by: Sophia Lunor
The Laboratory of Electrochemical Engineering (LEE) held a despedida party to bid farewell to two of its active members — Ms. Rosela Lazaro and Asst. Prof. Michael Castro — as they embark on a new chapter of their academic journey. The LEE members, along with their laboratory head, Prof. Joey D. Ocon, celebrated through a friendly competition at the Ever Gotesco Bowling Alley, Commonwealth Avenue last August 19, 2024. This also fostered camaraderie and strengthened the bond and friendship between the lab members. Ms. Lazaro will be studying MS in Environmental Science and Engineering at Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, South Korea. Meanwhile, Asst. Prof. Castro will be pursuing a doctorate degree in Nuclear Engineering and Management at the University of Tokyo, Japan. He will be returning to UP Diliman to tend to his duties at the Department of Chemical Engineering. Indeed, ‘goodbyes’ are not the end. It marks a beginning of a new ‘hello’, a step closer to making dreams come true. To Sir Michael, ganbatte! To Sela, hwaiting! We are all rooting for you both! Article by: Lora Monique Sapanta
Prof. Joey Ocon attended and presented their research on transition pathways to renewable energy at the 2024 SDEWES (Sustainable Development of Energy, Water, and Environment Systems) Conference in Rome, Italy last September 8-12, 2024 . The paper, co-authored with Michael Castro and Prof. Laurence Delina, examines strategies for transitioning off-grid islands in the Philippines to renewable energy (RE) systems. Building on their 2022 study, which analyzed hybrid systems across more than 600 islands, the research highlights least-cost hybrid solutions as the most viable short-term pathway. However, it also demonstrates the potential for achieving higher RE shares, including 100%, with strategic planning and policy support. This work gains relevance amid the National Power Corporation’s (NPC) announcement over a year ago to transition off-grid areas away from diesel and achieve 100% RE by 2030. While the goal is ambitious, Prof. Ocon emphasized the need for a detailed roadmap to realize this vision. The research presented aims to provide a framework for cost-effective and sustainable energy transitions. In addition to sharing his research, Prof. Ocon reconnected with former mentee Dr. Graniel Harne Abrenica , who is now at IMEC in Belgium. The full paper is available here. Article by: Mecaelah Palaganas
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