According to the 2024 Energy Transition Index (ETI) report by the World Economic Forum, Viet Nam is leading Southeast Asia in its energy transition efforts, ranking 32nd globally with a score of 61.0. This places Viet Nam at the forefront of the region in moving towards more sustainable energy practices, with notable progress in shifting from fossil fuels to cleaner sources.
Other Southeast Asian nations are trailing behind in terms of energy transition progress, with Malaysia securing 40th place globally and a score of 60.1. Indonesia ranks 54th globally with a score of 56.7, followed closely by Thailand at 60th, with a score of 55.8.
Singapore, with a score of 55.0, stands at 64th, while Laos (53.5) and Cambodia (52.9) occupy the lower ranks within the region, positioned at 72nd and 77th globally, respectively. The Philippines ranks the lowest in Southeast Asia at 105th globally, with a score of 48.4.
This index measures how effectively countries are transitioning from fossil-fuel-based energy sources to cleaner, more sustainable alternatives. The scores reflect not only a country's energy policies and infrastructure but also its ability to tackle challenges associated with this global shift, such as reducing carbon emissions and increasing the adoption of renewable energy sources.
Notably, Brunei Darussalam and Timor-Leste have no available data for the 2024 ETI ranking. Overall, Southeast Asia shows a diverse range of energy transition progress, with Vietnam leading the charge and the Philippines facing significant challenges in this critical area.
