The panel analysed the impact of carbon pricing, emissions trading schemes, and carbon markets on mobilising investment for low-carbon energy infrastructure. Discussion focused on the financing frameworks, development of private capital markets, and the role of international development finance to drive the net zero transition.

Panellists:

1. Maeda Tadashi, Managing Director, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Japan Bank for International Cooperation
2. Dr Sama Bilbao y León, Director General, World Nuclear Association
3. Ramesh Subramaniam, Director General and Chief, Sectors Group, Asian Development Bank
4. Lavan Thiru, Executive Director, Infrastructure Asia
5. Luca Tonello, Managing Director and Chair of Energy and Infrastructure Asia Pacific, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation

Moderator:

Vishal Agarwal, Senior Partner, McKinsey and Company