The Capacity Building Workshop on Energy Efficiency and Conservation Policy: “Members’ Journey with MEPS” was held on 18 November 2025 in Seoul, Korea.

The workshop recognized MEPS as one of the most effective and scalable policy tools for promoting energy efficiency, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and advancing APEC’s shared goals of sustainable and inclusive economic growth. As energy demand continues to increase across the region, MEPS play a vital role in improving energy productivity, enhancing energy security, and supporting the transition toward net-zero economies.

Anchored by the theme “Members’ Journey with MEPS”, the workshop provided a platform for member economies to reflect on their implementation experiences, identify common challenges, and explore opportunities for collaboration. Through expert presentations, host economy case studies, and interactive breakout sessions, participants examined strategies for MEPS design, implementation, and evaluation—particularly for key product categories such as lighting and air conditioners.

APEC economies are at different stages of MEPS development, but the workshop identified clear, actionable priorities for strengthening MEPS implementation across the region. The recommendations developed from the workshop will provide key guidance tailored to economies at varying levels of MEPS maturity and highlight cross-cutting areas where collaboration, capacity building, and evidence-based policy design can accelerate progress.