·         How will new oil supply impact on big oil’s biofuels strategies?

·         Will new technologies give biofuels the edge over oil?

·         Integrating biofuels into the oil mix: Reactions of consumers vs. other industry players

·         What does sustainability in biofuels mean in the context of combating climate change?

·         Feedstocks in Asia and their carbon emission rates

·         Comparing Asian sustainability policies and practices with Europe

·         Incentives and tax relief to encourage the production of biofuels

·         The move towards industrial policy to make a biofuels mix mandatory

·         Government’s investment in the existing infrastructure to further support growth

·         Policies and regulations for the biofuels industry

·         Incentives to increase biofuel energy sources as part of the renewable energy blueprint

·         Plans to increase biofuel crop acreage

·         An overview of the framework in the context of the UNFCCC

·         Using local resources to promote green transportation and industrial sectors

·         Initiatives and incentives to pave the way for exports of biofuels

·         13 trillion rupiah for the development of biofuels in the 2007 budget

·         The Government’s blueprint and incentives to build the infrastructure for biofuels

·         Measures to grow the domestic palm oil plantation industry

·         What is the supply availability and pricing model for each feedstock?

·         Understanding the seasonal variation for each feedstock

·         Food versus fuel debate: What are the implications for the various feedstocks?

·         Overview on the seasonal variations of each feedstock

·         Understanding how the food versus fuel debate has affected the pricing of feedstocks

·         Pricing models for each feedstock

·         Overview of the biomass resources in Asia and worldwide

·         Biodiesel production status in SE Asia from biomass

·         R & D focus: Challenges faced and the advancement in processes and technology

·         Future opportunities for biomass applications

·         Results from major field trials for algae cultivation in open and closed systems

·         Status on the commercialization of technology: What is the production yield?

·         The pricing model of algae and challenges ahead for commercial production

·         Examining the economics of using biofuels for polymers, commodity chemicals & hydrogen etc

·         Research findings in the extension of the technology platform

·         Challenges faced and how do you realise the full potential of biofuels?

·         Reviewing catalyst choices in the biodiesel production

·         Selectivity and yield issues

·         Success factors of "Ready-to-use" catalysts

·         Comparing chemical properties and energy content for Asian feedstocks

·         Reviewing the technology requirements

·         Selection criteria in the choice of the technology for improved return on investment

·         Research findings to convert crop oil to achieve maximum conversion efficiency

·         Proven technology to overcome higher energy density and temperature range

·         Environmental impact and economics of using biofuels for jet fuel

·         Latest findings of Japan's biofuel study

·         Test results on biofuel blends on the durability and emissions of engines

·         What are the internationally-accepted standards today for car manufacturers in Japan?

·         Addressing the market challenges of using biofuels

·         Successful collaboration strategies with governments, growers and distributors

·         Latest alternative fuel developments in product, technologies and performance

·         Implementation roadmap for blending biofuels

·         Effects of biodiesel and bioethanol on conventional fuel

·         Storage and handling for ethanol and biodiesel

·         The level of blends acceptable and the possibility of moving beyond 5% (B5) blends for biodiesel and E10, E20, E25 and E85 blends for ethanol

·         Technical issues and challenges in the operation of biofuels in current engines

·         Findings on the vehicle performance, durability and warranties

·         Valuation of biodiesel and ethanol projects

·         Evaluating business models including multiple feedstocks

·         Risk management strategies including feedstock availability, price risks, etc

·         Operational issues and prospects for by-products

·         Marketing and distribution strategies

This round table discussion session is an open moderated session where delegates are divided into groups to discuss a topic chosen. This session aims to bring out issues/problems/ideas, etc from individual delegate. Moderated by key industry experts, the round table discussion will ensure debate and discussion on thought-provoking and controversial issues with industry peers. You can select to participate in any of the following round table discussions and you have the freedom to move around different discussion groups to maximise your learning experience.

1) Green Buildings Asia at Mandarin Court A

The Asian Snapshot: Protecting the growth of green buildings
Howard Shaw, Executive Director

Singapore Environment Council

2) Clean Coal Asia at Ballroom 2

Understand how current and future emission laws and regulations are impacting power companies in Asia?

Joel Laykin, Secretary General

Independent Power Producers Forum, IPPF

3) Solar Energy Asia at Mandarin Court B

The future of manufacturing solar products and Asia's role in supporting the global supply chain

Professor S K Chou, Head, Energy & Bio Thermal Systems Group, Dept of Mechanical Engineering

National University of Singapore

4) Sustainable Responsible Investments at Ballroom 3

Reviewing the benefits of responsible investment and identifying the opportunities in Asia

Helga Birgden, Head of Responsible Investments - Asia Pacific

Mercer Investment Consulting, Australia

5) Carbon Finance Asia at Mandarin Court C

Identify the business opportunities stemming from a carbon trading environment in Asia

Agus Sari, Regional Director, South East Asia

EcoSecurities, Indonesia

6) Ethanol & Biofuels at Mandarin Court D

Maximising returns from investment in biofuels projects