Singapore: Public Sector Sets an Example in Energy Conservation

Emergency Measures for Energy Conservation in the Public Sector (April 8, 2026)

Affected by the conflicts in the Middle East, all government departments and statutory bodies are required to immediately implement energy conservation measures: Air conditioners must comply with the "Go 25" standard (not lower than 25°C), actively manage the operation times of air conditioners, lighting, and elevators, and accelerate the installation of energy-saving systems such as LED lighting and smart sensors. 

The government land sale project (GLS) mandates green certification (updated on March 4, 2026)

All new projects on GLS land must reach the Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy level, with energy efficiency at least 60% higher than the 2005 benchmark. 

Building Environment AI Excellence Center (February 2026)

The government invested 30 million Singapore dollars to establish the Built Environment AI Centre of Excellence, promoting the application of artificial intelligence in the field of building management. 

Overall goal for green buildings in 2030

The "80-80-80" target of Singapore has been continuously pursued: By 2030, 80% of the total building area will be greened, 80% of new development projects will be super low energy buildings (SLE), and the energy efficiency of the best green buildings will be improved by 80%. 

Malaysia: Six Measures for Local Government Energy Conservation

In mid-April 2026, the Ministry of Housing and Local Government issued instructions to 156 local governments across the country, requiring them to immediately implement six energy conservation measures: 

Ⅰ.The air conditioning temperature in the government office building should not be lower than 24°C. 

Ⅱ.Starting from April 15, 2026, phased implementation of remote work will be carried out. 

Ⅲ.Promoting green technologies: solar photovoltaic, energy-saving LED lights, intelligent building management systems 

Ⅳ.Conduct regular energy audits to identify energy-saving opportunities in public buildings, streetlights, markets and recreational facilities 

Ⅴ.Turn off unnecessary equipment, encourage wearing clothing suitable for tropical climates, and reduce reliance on air conditioning. 

Furthermore, Malaysia will enhance the enforcement of the "Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act" (EECA) in 2026 and introduce a commercial building energy efficiency labeling system; the "National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP 2.0) 2026-2035" is also about to be released. 

Indonesia: Green Smart Building Renovation and Public Sector Energy Efficiency

On May 8, 2026, the state-owned power company PLN launched the Green and Smart Building Programs and the Net Zero Energy Building (NZEB) initiative at its headquarters in Jakarta, covering the national office building portfolio. The aim is to reduce energy consumption, decrease emissions, improve indoor comfort, and integrate renewable energy. GBPN provides the data-driven "Green, Smart and Net Zero Building Renovation Guide", drawing on the experiences of Singapore and China, while balancing cost-effectiveness and operability. 

Meanwhile, the government plans to launch a cross-departmental public sector energy-saving strategy in April 2026, covering five major strategies such as flexible working arrangements, expanding the use of digital platforms, and energy-saving measures for government buildings. 

Vietnam: National Electricity Saving Target

The Vietnamese government has set a goal that by 2026, the country should save at least 3% of its total electricity consumption. During the peak period from April to July, electricity savings should reach at least 10%, and efforts will also be made to accelerate the deployment of rooftop solar power generation. 

ASEAN level: Passive Cooling Roadmap

On April 7, 2026, the ASEAN Energy Center (ACE) and the United Nations Environment Programme released the "Passive Cooling Roadmap", which will align with the ASEAN Energy Cooperation Action Plan (APAEC 2026-2030) and the National Determined Contributions (NDCs) of each country, and incorporate mandatory passive cooling requirements into national building codes.