5th ASIA PACIFIC CLEAN AIR PARTNERSHIP FORUM
MARCH 2025
JAPAN
INVEST IN CLEAN AIR NOW
The Asia Pacific Clean Air Partnership (APCAP) is one of the regional initiatives working to strengthen international cooperation on air quality in Asia Pacific.
Event held on 20th-21st March 2025
5th ASIA PACIFIC CLEAN AIR PARTNERSHIP FORUM
MARCH 2025
JAPAN
INVEST IN CLEAN AIR NOW
The Asia Pacific Clean Air Partnership (APCAP) is one of the regional initiatives working to strengthen international cooperation on air quality in Asia Pacific.
Event held on 20th-21st March 2025
ABOUT 5TH APCAP JOINT FORUM.
The Fifth Asia Pacific Clean Air Partnership (APCAP) Joint Forum will be held in Yokohama, Japan in a hybrid format on 20 to 21 March 2025. For its fifth edition, the forum will be organized under the theme “Invest in Clean Air Now” in alignment with the 5th International Day of Clean Air for blue skies. In support of UNEA Resolution 6/10 on Promoting regional cooperation on air pollution to improve air quality globally.
The event is being hosted by the Ministry of Environment of Japan and co-organised by UNEP and UNESCAP. It is an opportunity to leverage investments and action, advance science-policy dialogue, facilitate regional cooperation, promote good governance, and demonstrate innovation and technology.
ABOUT 5TH APCAP JOINT FORUM.
The Fifth Asia Pacific Clean Air Partnership (APCAP) Joint Forum will be held in Yokohama, Japan in a hybrid format on 20 to 21 March 2025. For its fifth edition, the forum will be organized under the theme “Invest in Clean Air Now” in alignment with the 5th International Day of Clean Air for blue skies. In support of UNEA Resolution 6/10 on Promoting regional cooperation on air pollution to improve air quality globally.
The event is being hosted by the Ministry of Environment of Japan and co-organised by UNEP and UNESCAP. It is an opportunity to leverage investments and action, advance science-policy dialogue, facilitate regional cooperation, promote good governance, and demonstrate innovation and technology.
OBJECTIVES
The Fifth APCAP Joint Forum will aim to
STATE OF
AIR QUALITY
Inform the state of air quality in the region and recognize progress made to address air pollution at multiple levels
TECHNOLOGY
TRANSFER
Share and exchange innovative solutions reducing emissions with climate multi-benefits from high impact sectors with a focus on legislation, technology, and finance
PLANNING FOR NEXT PHASE
Facilitate discussion for next phase of APCAP, including future activities and direction
INTER-REGIONAL COOPERATION
Inspire and accelerate action through regional and inter-regional cooperation for clean air
OBJECTIVES
The Fifth APCAP Joint Forum will aim to
STATE OF
AIR QUALITY
Inform the state of air quality in the region and recognize progress made to address air pollution at multiple levels
TECHNOLOGY
TRANSFER
Share and exchange innovative solutions reducing emissions with climate multi-benefits from high impact sectors with a focus on legislation, technology, and finance
PLANNING FOR NEXT PHASE
Facilitate discussion for next phase of APCAP, including future activities and direction
INTER-REGIONAL COOPERATION
Inspire and accelerate action through regional and inter-regional cooperation for clean air
What IS THE FINANCE TRACK?
Despite the significant economic and health impacts of air pollution, funding for clean air initiatives remains disproportionately low compared to the scale of the challenge. The Finance Track brings together investors, founders, and ecosystem enablers to explore investment opportunities, discuss innovative financing mechanisms, and showcase successful business models in the clean-air space. Through fireside chats and panel discussions, the track will examine both traditional and innovative financing approaches, from venture capital to blended finance models. It will highlight the growing intersection of air quality and climate tech investments while exploring how different stakeholders can collaborate to accelerate the deployment of clean air solutions across the region.
FINANCE TRACK SPEAKERS
agenda
20 March, 2025
day 1
01:30-02:15 PM
Fireside Chat: Climate-Tech Investment Landscape in Asia: Focus on Clean Air Solutions
The Fireside Chat will provide deep insights into the investment landscape for clean air and climate tech solutions in the region and the challenges around it. The session aims to provide valuable insights for both entrepreneurs looking to raise capital and other investors interested in entering the clean air technology space.
Mr. Shailesh Vickram Singh
Founder & Director,
Massive Earth Foundation
Mr. Takeshi Ebihara
Founding Partner,
Rebright Partners
Mr. Kohei Muto
CEO & Founding Partner,
Double Feather Partners
02:15-02:30 PM
STARTUP SHOWCASE: innovative startups from across apac region building technologies to combat air pollution
02:30-03:15 PM
Panel Discussion: Accelerating Clean Air Innovation: Ecosystem Support and Financing Mechanisms
The Panel Discussion will explore the critical support mechanisms needed to accelerate clean air innovations. The session will examine how investors, accelerators, incubators, government programs, and corporate partnerships can effectively nurture and scale air quality solutions.
Mr. Shailesh Vickram Singh
Founder & Director,
Massive Earth Foundation
Mr. Daiki Kumamoto
Director,
UntroD Capital
Ms. Momoka Ueda
Strategic Partnerships,
Digital Garage, Ex-JETRO
Ms. Mayumi Wakebe
Partner,
Shizen Capital
Mr. Yuta Shimohara
Associate,
Incubate Fund
21 March, 2025
day 2
08:30-09:45 aM
With many sustainable development and climate targets off-track and under-funded, there is an increasing effort to focus resources on synergistic actions, such as clean air solutions that bring multiple co-benefits. Addressing this financing gap, the dialogue will highlight strategies to scale up investments in clean technology, specifically for providing clean air solutions/interventions in Asia Pacific.
Donor's Roundtable on Mobilizing Investment for Climate Tech for Clean Air and Launch of South Asia Finance Facility
Dr. Hiroaki Takiguchi
Senior Advisor
(Environmental Management), Global
Environment Department, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
Mr. Siwaporn Rungsiyanon
Specialised Expert on Air Quality & Noise Management,
Pollution Control Department, Thailand
Mr. Tatsuya Yanase
Environment and Climate Change Specialist, CCSD, Asian Development Bank
Ms. Parimita Mohanty
Programme Management Officer, UNEP
Mr. Daniel Mira Salama
Lead Environmental Specialist, The World Bank
Dr. Patrick Bueker
GIZ Planning Specialist and GIZ SEACAI (Southeast Asia Clean Air Initiative)
Mr. Shailesh Vickram Singh
Massive Earth Foundation
Ms. Kaye Patdu (Moderator)
Associate Programme Officer – APCAP, UNEP Asia Pacific Office
20 March, 2025
day 1
01:30-02:15 PM
Fireside Chat: Climate-Tech Investment Landscape in Asia: Focus on Clean Air Solutions
The Fireside Chat will provide deep insights into the investment landscape for clean air and climate tech solutions in the region and the challenges around it. The session aims to provide valuable insights for both entrepreneurs looking to raise capital and other investors interested in entering the clean air technology space.
Mr. Shailesh Vickram Singh
Founder & Director,
Massive Earth Foundation
Mr. Takeshi Ebihara
Founding Partner,
Rebright Partners
Mr. Kohei Muto
CEO & Founding Partner,
Double Feather Partners
02:15-02:30 PM
STARTUP SHOWCASE: innovative startups from across apac region building technologies to combat air pollution
02:30-03:15 PM
Panel Discussion: Accelerating Clean Air Innovation: Ecosystem Support and Financing Mechanisms
The Panel Discussion will explore the critical support mechanisms needed to accelerate clean air innovations. The session will examine how investors, accelerators, incubators, government programs, and corporate partnerships can effectively nurture and scale air quality solutions.
Mr. Shailesh Vickram Singh
Founder & Director,
Massive Earth Foundation
Mr. Daiki Kumamoto
Director,
UntroD Capital
Ms. Momoka Ueda
Strategic Partnerships,
Digital Garage, Ex-JETRO
Ms. Mayumi Wakebe
Partner,
Shizen Capital
Mr. Yuta Shimohara
Associate,
Incubate Fund
21 March, 2025
day 2
08:30-09:45 aM
With many sustainable development and climate targets off-track and under-funded, there is an increasing effort to focus resources on synergistic actions, such as clean air solutions that bring multiple co-benefits. Addressing this financing gap, the dialogue will highlight strategies to scale up investments in clean technology, specifically for providing clean air solutions/interventions in Asia Pacific.
Donor's Roundtable on Mobilizing Investment for Climate Tech for Clean Air and Launch of South Asia Finance Facility
Dr. Hiroaki Takiguchi
Senior Advisor
(Environmental Management), Global
Environment Department, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
Mr. Siwaporn Rungsiyanon
Specialised Expert on Air Quality & Noise Management,
Pollution Control Department, Thailand
Mr. Tatsuya Yanase
Environment and Climate Change Specialist, CCSD, Asian Development Bank
Ms. Parimita Mohanty
Programme Management Officer, UNEP
Mr. Daniel Mira Salama
Lead Environmental Specialist, The World Bank
Dr. Patrick Bueker
GIZ Planning Specialist and GIZ SEACAI (Southeast Asia Clean Air Initiative)
Mr. Shailesh Vickram Singh
Massive Earth Foundation
Ms. Kaye Patdu (Moderator)
Associate Programme Officer – APCAP, UNEP Asia Pacific Office
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