Climate change issues remain the priority
The government will continue to place issues pertaining to climate change as a priority, while pushing for more efforts and introducing various related initiatives that would support the aim. Minister of Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change Yeo Bee Yin said the ministry will also continue to promote a green industry through different incentives […]
CM: Malaysia cannot be too dependent on fossil fuels, renewable energy is the way forward
KUCHING: Malaysia has to relook at its energy policy if it were to achieve a ‘Clean Malaysia’ status, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the country cannot be too dependent on fossil fuels, which are fast depleting and have great impact on the environment. He believed that renewal energy is […]
CM: Sarawak aims to be regional renewable energy powerhouse
KUCHING, Feb 21 — Sarawak aims to attain sustainable growth and prosperity by becoming a South-east Asian powerhouse to provide the region with affordable and reliable renewable energy, says Chief Minister Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg.
CM: Sarawak will have sufficient supply of electricity beyond 2030 with completion of 1,285MW Baleh dam in 2026
BALEH, July 7 — Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Openg today said Sarawak will have enough energy for the anticipated rapid growth in organic and industrial demand for electricity beyond 2030, with the completion of the Baleh dam by 2026. He said the 1,285-megawatt Baleh dam will join the Bakun dam (2,400MW), Murum dam (944MW) […]
Coal prices to stabilise
Global coal prices have surged following the Russia-Ukraine war that has caused the power generation industry in Malaysia to be under pressure, said TNB Fuel Services Sdn Bhd (TNBF), Bernama reported. Its head (procurement and supply chain), Abdul Halim Othman said global coal prices are expected to stabilise within six months from March when supply […]
Coal? Think Again
IN the past few weeks, we have felt the aftershocks of catastrophic weather that struck neighbouring nations. It hit closer to home when the Malaysian Meteorological Department put Sabah on tsunami watch on Oct 13. Unstable climatic patterns, occurring at greater frequency and intensity, are reportedly the outcome of human activity. The situation may get […]
Combating pollution one motorbike at a time
Sector: Electric vehicles Addressable market: RM700 million in Malaysia Intellectual property status: International IP for lithium batteries Product description and USP: Malaysia’s first electric motorbike manufacturer, which uses patented lithium ion-based energy cells Currently exporting: Yes, to Thailand Industry challenges: Getting the public to consider two-wheel EVs when purchasing new motorcycles and getting more sales Eclimo Sdn Bhd, […]
Commentary: Ambitious oil facility in Pengerang, Johor a gamble given global climate change agenda
KUALA LUMPUR: One of the most ambitious projects of Petronas, Malaysia’s national oil company, will soon be fully operational.
Companies must play an active role
LAST week, I attended the Climate Change Forum organised by the Centre for Development, Technology and Environment (CETDEM) themed “The Role of Businesses and Industries in Addressing Climate Change”. CETDEM chairman Gurmit Singh lamented the fact that although invitations were sent to conglomerates and multi-national companies to present their climate change initiatives, none of them […]
Consumer groups laud move to extend electricity discount
KUALA LUMPUR: Consumer associations believe that the government’s move to extend the discount for electricity use for domestic users until the end of the year will greatly help people cope with financial difficulties. However, they also believe that it was incumbent on the people to adapt to the new normal and manage their energy consumption.