PEEB ASEAN

A partnership for sustainable buildings in Southeast Asia

CONTEXT

Buildings and construction contribute significantly to global carbon emissions, with ASEAN countries alone responsible for more than 20% of global energy-related CO2 emissions. Rapid urbanization and economic growth in the region are driving a sharp rise in energy demand, particularly for cooling, which is expected to quadruple by 2050 (IEA, 2018).

As temperatures rise and climate impacts intensify, ASEAN countries face the dual challenge of developing infrastructure while reducing emissions and adapting to a changing climate. PEEB ASEAN’s mission is to support Southeast Asian nations in transforming their building and construction sectors by promoting energy-efficient, resilient, and sustainable building practices.

PARTNER COUNTRIES

The program will benefit all ASEAN member states, with priority given to low and middle-income countries where AFD operates.

OUR WORK

PEEB ASEAN combines two main components:

1. Institutional support

Implemented by the ASEAN Centre for Energy, this component aims to create a favorable framework for building energy efficiency in the region through four modes of action:

Development of recommendations to evolve public policies and regulatory frameworks
Development of a regional digital hub to share information and raise awareness among energy stakeholders
Capacity building for high-level political decision-makers on energy efficiency in buildings
Implementation of tailor-made activities based on the needs of countries identified during the feasibility study

2. Investment grant & technical assistance

PEEB ASEAN offers comprehensive technical support throughout all stages of a project, from feasibility studies and architectural design to construction supervision and impact assessment. These initiatives are carried out by the AFD Group (AFD, Proparco, Expertise France) or in partnership with external organizations, ensuring alignment with the group’s activities and PEEB’s overarching goals.

To enhance project outcomes, PEEB ASEAN mobilizes international technical experts to build the capacity of local partners in developing high-energy and environmentally efficient buildings.

In addition to financing from AFD or Proparco, PEEB ASEAN can provide investment grants to further incentivize the integration of energy performance and bioclimatic design in building projects.

FINANCING

PEEB ASEAN is funded with 5 million EUR by the French Development Agency (AFD). It combines:

EXPECTED RESULTS

PEEB ASEAN aims to support partner states in transforming the building sector and contribute to reducing the energy intensity of ASEAN countries by 32% by 2025, while working towards the ‘Net Zero Emissions’ goal.

Activities

Heritage meets sustainability in Laos

📍 Savannakhet Museum, Laos

🛠️ Investment Grant + Technical Assistance

In Laos, PEEB ASEAN is supporting the renovation of the Savannakhet Museum, a heritage building being reimagined with bioclimatic design and resilience to extreme climate events. The project, named CHAMPA, demonstrates that preserving cultural heritage and cutting energy use are not competing goals. For a country with limited public resources, reducing the energy bill of a landmark building also frees up funds for its long-term maintenance. A win for culture, comfort and climate.