State of Energy Security in East and Southeast Asia

In this chapter, we review the state of energy security in East and Southeast Asia using three indicators: (1) energy supply security, (2) energy diversification, and (3) reliable energy infrastructure. The energy supply security of the region is presented using the energy self-sufficiency ratio and export–import status. The energy diversification state of the region is explored based on the primary energy supply mix, installed power capacity, and electricity generation mix. We also examine the state of energy infrastructure reliability of the region, especially of electricity, using the system average interruption duration index (SAIDI) and system average interruption frequency index (SAIFI). Finally, we discuss two key linkages of the water, energy, and food (WEF) nexus in the region: bioenergy and hydropower.