EMA - Energy Market Authority
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04/29/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/29/2024 18:47
Fusing Her Passion for Events with Energy
Featured Stories 30 Apr 2024
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Felicia Teo began her journey with EMA as an intern and eventually took up a full-time position with the External Relations department.
\r\n"}}">Felicia Teo began her journey with EMA as an intern and eventually took up a full-time position with the External Relations department.
For Felicia Teo, the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) is more than just an exciting industry event. It served as the catalyst for her career path in the energy sector and at the Energy Market Authority (EMA). The event had not only showcased the future of energy but also convinced her to be a part of shaping it.
\nThis turning point came when Felicia, who was studying Hospitality Business at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), stumbled upon an internship opportunity with the External Relations department at EMA. Eager to gain experience and exposure in producing large-scale events, she applied for the internship and joined the team in 2021.
\nDuring her eight-month internship, her colleagues' passion for the energy transition ignited her curiosity in the sector. Witnessing the significance of bringing together government leaders, policymakers and industry leaders to exchange ideas and best practices for the global energy landscape, she came to appreciate the impact and meaningfulness of the work involved.
\n"}}" id="text-e7707779c9" class="cmp-text">For Felicia Teo, the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) is more than just an exciting industry event. It served as the catalyst for her career path in the energy sector and at the Energy Market Authority (EMA). The event had not only showcased the future of energy but also convinced her to be a part of shaping it.
This turning point came when Felicia, who was studying Hospitality Business at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), stumbled upon an internship opportunity with the External Relations department at EMA. Eager to gain experience and exposure in producing large-scale events, she applied for the internship and joined the team in 2021.
During her eight-month internship, her colleagues' passion for the energy transition ignited her curiosity in the sector. Witnessing the significance of bringing together government leaders, policymakers and industry leaders to exchange ideas and best practices for the global energy landscape, she came to appreciate the impact and meaningfulness of the work involved.
In addition to being an animal lover, Felicia enjoys baking in her leisure time.
\n"}}" id="text-9015605a73" class="cmp-text">In addition to being an animal lover, Felicia enjoys baking in her leisure time.
It was then she decided to pursue a career in the energy sector while leveraging her knowledge in hospitality management. "It was a win-win as I thought I could make use of what I learnt to contribute to a meaningful cause," she shared.
\nToday, Felicia is a full-time officer with the organising team for SIEW.
\n"}}" id="text-4115dfbdf1" class="cmp-text">It was then she decided to pursue a career in the energy sector while leveraging her knowledge in hospitality management. "It was a win-win as I thought I could make use of what I learnt to contribute to a meaningful cause," she shared.
Today, Felicia is a full-time officer with the organising team for SIEW.
The Makings of an International Event
Although SIEW lasts only a week, it takes almost a year to plan. After completing the post-SIEW activities in November, she and the team are already gearing up for the following year's event. Preparations typically begin with brainstorming and shortlisting the theme for the event.
\n"We will individually analyse the trends in the energy sector, delve into various research papers and attend energy conferences. Then, we come together to discuss our findings and brainstorm topics that we believe would be suitable for the event," Felicia shared. She added that the team goes through multiple iterations during the multi-stage process to ensure they pick on a suitable theme.
\nFelicia also elaborated how this year's theme "A Connected and Sustainable Energy World" was conceived. "The theme reflects the urgency to modernise power grids, enhance regional interconnectivity, enable efficient cross-border power trading and expand green financing and carbon markets. At SIEW this year, we will be addressing key topics including interconnected energy eco-systems, low-carbon technologies, green and transition finance, and innovative energy markets.
\nWith the event theme finalised, the team will focus next on planning the finer details of the event and speaker line-up. As the officer in charge of speaker management, Felicia would look at identifying suitable speakers from both the public and private sectors for the different segments of SIEW.
\n"}}" id="text-6616472247" class="cmp-text">Although SIEW lasts only a week, it takes almost a year to plan. After completing the post-SIEW activities in November, she and the team are already gearing up for the following year's event. Preparations typically begin with brainstorming and shortlisting the theme for the event.
"We will individually analyse the trends in the energy sector, delve into various research papers and attend energy conferences. Then, we come together to discuss our findings and brainstorm topics that we believe would be suitable for the event," Felicia shared. She added that the team goes through multiple iterations during the multi-stage process to ensure they pick on a suitable theme.
Felicia also elaborated how this year's theme "A Connected and Sustainable Energy World" was conceived. "The theme reflects the urgency to modernise power grids, enhance regional interconnectivity, enable efficient cross-border power trading and expand green financing and carbon markets. At SIEW this year, we will be addressing key topics including interconnected energy eco-systems, low-carbon technologies, green and transition finance, and innovative energy markets.
With the event theme finalised, the team will focus next on planning the finer details of the event and speaker line-up. As the officer in charge of speaker management, Felicia would look at identifying suitable speakers from both the public and private sectors for the different segments of SIEW.
Visiting industry partners' facilities such as the one to Sembcorp Energy Storage System (ESS) to understand their technologies is part of Felicia's work when it comes to identifying potential topics and speakers for SIEW.
\r\n"}}">Visiting industry partners' facilities such as the one to Sembcorp Energy Storage System (ESS) to understand their technologies is part of Felicia's work when it comes to identifying potential topics and speakers for SIEW.
Empowered to Grow
While the entire process seems easier now that she is in her second year with EMA, it was no easy task for Felicia when she first joined EMA as a newcomer. With no prior experience in the energy sector and energy-related fields of study, developing new and fresh content was one of the challenges that she had to grapple with.
\nFortunately, the advice and support she received from her teammates became a crucial source of encouragement for her in overcoming the initial steep learning curve.
\n"I really appreciate the work culture at EMA," Felicia remarked. The support from her colleagues was evident even during her internship days. Despite being busy with their own tasks, her colleagues would guide and check in with her regularly to make sure she could handle the workload.
\n"My teammates and supervisors also encouraged me to participate in various energy-related events and courses to widen my knowledge of the sector."
\n"}}" id="text-c834976002" class="cmp-text">While the entire process seems easier now that she is in her second year with EMA, it was no easy task for Felicia when she first joined EMA as a newcomer. With no prior experience in the energy sector and energy-related fields of study, developing new and fresh content was one of the challenges that she had to grapple with.
Fortunately, the advice and support she received from her teammates became a crucial source of encouragement for her in overcoming the initial steep learning curve.
"I really appreciate the work culture at EMA," Felicia remarked. The support from her colleagues was evident even during her internship days. Despite being busy with their own tasks, her colleagues would guide and check in with her regularly to make sure she could handle the workload.
"My teammates and supervisors also encouraged me to participate in various energy-related events and courses to widen my knowledge of the sector."
Felicia and her teammates from the External Relations Department at SIEW 2023.
\r\n"}}">Felicia and her teammates from the External Relations Department at SIEW 2023.
Additionally, she valued the opportunities where she could contribute her ideas. "I get to share how I think the team can approach a task or an issue on hand. It is not just the supervisors making the decisions on their own. This sense of inclusiveness and empowerment has in turn given her the confidence to accomplish her tasks.
\n"}}" id="text-96735bd1f9" class="cmp-text">Additionally, she valued the opportunities where she could contribute her ideas. "I get to share how I think the team can approach a task or an issue on hand. It is not just the supervisors making the decisions on their own. This sense of inclusiveness and empowerment has in turn given her the confidence to accomplish her tasks.
Reflections and Motivations for the Future
Reflecting on her time at EMA, Felicia's greatest accomplishment to date lies in the successful implementation of SIEW 2023 from the planning stage to its execution. "Seeing all the different elements that we meticulously planned coming together at the actual event was undeniably one of the key moments for me," she said.
\nFor anyone considering a career in the energy sector, Felicia has this to say: "If you are open-minded and possess a passion for driving positive change, EMA offers a valuable opportunity for a meaningful career where you can contribute to Singapore's clean energy future."
\n"}}" id="text-9e7457ab9d" class="cmp-text">Reflecting on her time at EMA, Felicia's greatest accomplishment to date lies in the successful implementation of SIEW 2023 from the planning stage to its execution. "Seeing all the different elements that we meticulously planned coming together at the actual event was undeniably one of the key moments for me," she said.
For anyone considering a career in the energy sector, Felicia has this to say: "If you are open-minded and possess a passion for driving positive change, EMA offers a valuable opportunity for a meaningful career where you can contribute to Singapore's clean energy future."
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