The convergence of Energy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how nations modernise energy systems, strengthen resilience, and meet growing demand. Across the region, governments and industry players are advancing integrated approaches that bring together clean energy, digital innovation, and long-term affordability.

The Energy Transition Conference 2026 (ETCon26) returns with a bold mission: to accelerate the energy transition by showcasing how Energy and AI can work in synergy to enable a smarter, more sustainable future.

Anchored on the theme “Energy & AI: The Synergy for Energy Transition,” ETCon26 positions energy as the foundation for AI growth, while leveraging AI to optimise operations, manage demand, and support decarbonisation, guided by three core pillars:

• Energy for AI, providing clean, reliable and scalable electricity for an AI-enabled world;
• AI for Energy, leveraging AI to optimise, manage and transform the energy system;
• Energy Transition for People, ensuring that progress remains inclusive, responsible and centred on improving quality of life for all.

The conference highlights pathways towards AI-enabled, low-carbon innovation.

Led by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia and ASEAN’s leading utility, ETCon26 convenes policy makers, industry leaders, and innovators to exchange insights, foster collaboration, and drive progress towards cleaner energy systems and stronger resilience across the region.