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Universiti Malaysia Terengganu's Offshore Renewable Energy Centre has been chosen to join the Climate Finance Innovation Lab Accelerator Programme, positioning the institution as a key player in Malaysia's renewable energy and net-zero transition.
Jeli Kelantan Polytechnic has unveiled the first solar-powered buggy cars in the state, developed by engineering students as part of a green energy initiative that reflects growing renewable sector opportunities.
Malaysia has achieved nearly 32 per cent renewable energy installed capacity, firmly positioning itself to meet its 35 per cent target by 2030. Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof highlighted the milestone during the launch of a major solar project in Kelantan.
Across Southeast Asia, nations are pursuing parallel policy agendas in artificial intelligence governance, sustainable transportation, and environmental management. Cambodia has become a founding signatory to a new global AI cooperation body, while Indonesia targets 50 new ethanol plants to support its clean fuel programme.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the government will evaluate establishing a national petroleum reserve to bolster energy security amid geopolitical uncertainties. The move comes as Malaysia accelerates renewable energy adoption and transport electrification.
Indonesia has inaugurated its first waste-to-energy plant in Bali, converting municipal waste into electricity as part of a broader national strategy to modernise waste management and reduce landfill dependency.
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Malaysia's Parliament convenes to examine lingering 1MDB liabilities, renewable energy transition progress, and welfare provisions for seniors and persons with disabilities amid ongoing policy scrutiny.
Malaysia will convert retiring coal-fired power plant sites into renewable energy hubs and battery storage facilities under a new National Coal Site Repurposing Framework, Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof announced.
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot has signalled strong interest in collaborating with Malaysia on offshore wind energy, citing Belgium's expertise despite its limited coastline and the EU's €10 billion commitment to support ASEAN's energy transition.
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot arrives in Malaysia this week for discussions on renewable energy, rare earth elements, and halal industry cooperation, marking his first visit since taking office in February 2025.
Eastern Pacific Industrial Corp is pursuing an aggressive five-year expansion strategy, aiming to grow annual revenue to RM700 million and net asset value to RM1 billion by 2030, underpinned by growth across oil and gas, port management and renewable energy sectors.
The Dewan Rakyat will examine the rollout of Malaysia's Corporate Renewable Energy Energy Supply Scheme, the government's Myanmar strategy under the Five-Point Consensus, and data sovereignty safeguards as the nation pursues its AI ambitions.
Malaysia is actively courting investment from German small and medium enterprises in green technology, renewable energy and water management, with Deputy PM Fadillah emphasising the strategic importance of strengthening bilateral ties and vocational training cooperation.
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Selangor will launch assessment tax reduction guidelines for environmentally conscious homeowners from July 1, rewarding those who adopt solar energy, energy-efficient appliances, and sustainable practices.