The ACCEPT project helps ACE improve the effectiveness of institutional governance when dealing with climate-related energy issues. The project promotes the integration of energy and climate policy through the involvement of key ASEAN stakeholders. It also promotes public engagement to increase awareness of the importance of the energy-climate nexus, as well as gender equality in the energy sector.

To support knowledge-building on the energy-climate nexus, ACCEPT II invites researchers to submit proposals that fulfil the following criteria:

1. On topics relevant for the ASEAN energy sector to achieve net-zero emissions.
2. New research ideas that have not been previously published in any form, in
   whole or in part.
3. Research that can potentially result in high-impact findings and stimulate
   significant attention among stakeholders.

Thematic Topic Selection

The purpose of this call for papers is to explore the intersection of energy and climate policies and technologies that are pivotal in steering ASEAN countries towards their net-zero targets. We welcome original research, case studies, reviews, and perspective pieces on a wide range of related topics, including but not limited to:

Policy and Governance

• Energy-related Climate policy
• Regional energy cooperation
• Energy security and resilience

Technology and Innovation

• Low-carbon energy technologies, modelling, and system analysis
• Grid modernization and digitalization
• Energy efficiency and demand-side management

Finance and Economics

• Climate finance and sustainable investment instruments
• Carbon pricing and market mechanisms
• Stranded assets and financial risks in the energy transition

Social and Equity Dimension

• Just energy transition
• Gender equality in the energy transition
• Community participation and local energy governance

We welcome original research, case studies, and reviews on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to energy policy, climate policy, low-carbon energy technologies, climate finance, stranded assets, just energy transitions, inclusivity and gender equality in the energy transition.

The deadline for applications is 6 January 2026. Detailed information is provided in the ToR.

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All communication and queries concerning this call shall be submitted by email to [email protected], cc: [email protected].