Sabah Gains from KL’s Renewable Energy Policies
Sabah has gained from policies implemented by the Federal Government in relation to renewable energy, Chief Minister Tan Sri Musa Aman said. He proudly noted that based on a research by Business Monitor International (BMI), Malaysia is placed among the top three nations for renewable energy investment this year, an achievement resulting from the government’s […]
Press Release: 120 for Renewable Energy meet on November 13
More than 120 delegates are expected to attend the inaugural Renewable Energy and GreenTech 2017 (REGTech2017) Conference and Exhibition at Pacific Sutera Hotel, here, from Nov13-14. Organiser Midas Events Management (MEM) project director Dolly Jimayol (pic) said the event themed “Opportunities and Growth in the Renewable Energy and Green Technology Industries in Sabah” is […]
RM180b Revenue, 200,000 Jobs Targeted under GTMP
The Green Technology Master Plan (GTMP) is envisaged to generate RM180 billion in revenue and create more than 200,000 green jobs by 2030. The plan outlines Malaysia’s green technology strategy to create a resource-efficient, low-carbon footprint economy. Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Datuk Seri Maximus Johnity Ongkili unveiled the master plan at the 8th […]
Malaysia to Issue More Green Sukuk for Infra Projects
Malaysia will issue more green sukuk to finance environmental-friendly infrastructure projects, and subsequently bolster its position as the key driver in the green Islamic financial market. Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Johnity Ongkili said with a conducive funding ecosystem, the government is confident it can achieve its renewable energy generation […]
Hi-tech Fertiliser Plant for Sipitang
Chief Minister Tan Sri Musa Aman said the Government’s acceptance of the joint EuroChem and Maire Tecnimont investment proposal to develop a fertiliser plant in the Sipitang Oil & Gas Industrial Park (SOGIP) will bring potential economic spinoffs and significant benefits for the State and its people. He said the State Government is taking the […]
Malaysia’s Clean Transport Revolution Shines at Expo 2017
As economic growth raises standards of living in Malaysia, private car ownership has been on the rise among the country’s middle class. The government is pushing for cleaner transport alternatives. Green mobility took centrestage at Malaysia’s showcase of energy efficient and clean modes of transportation at the Expo 2017, a four-month long international exposition on […]
Kudat Set to become Sabah’s Renewable Energy Dynamo
Sabah’s northernmost town, Kudat, is undergoing development to transform it into the state’s centre for renewable energy (RE). According to Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili, Kudat’s sunny climate makes it an ideal location for solar photovoltaic (PV) electricity generation. “To date, some 58 megawatts of solar PV plants have […]
‘Going Green’ is the New Way to Go, Green Minister Tells Youngsters
Dr Maximus Ongkili has urged the younger generation to play their role in promoting green lifestyle, stressing that ‘going green’ is the new way to go. The Energy, Green Technology and Water (KeTTHA) minister stressed that it is vital for every individual to embrace the green lifestyle, as the nation marches towards green growth. “Economic […]
New Buildings Required to Meet Green Building Requirements
The Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) will require all new building plan submissions here to incorporate energy efficient Overall Transfer Thermal Value (OTTV) and Roof Insulation codes, starting August, 2017. For this purpose, Mayor Datuk Yeo Boon Hai has requested the Malaysian Green Building Confederation (MGBC) to formulate guidelines to be adopted by the building […]
7 Corporations Going Green to Boost Their Bottom Lines
This article is extracted from Inverse. Written by Eleanor Cummins. Historically, multinational corporations have been the target of environmental activists: Faceless, gas-guzzling conglomerates blatantly pursuing profits are hard to love, or persuade to change. But slowly, a few companies that rule large parts of the world and our lives are becoming shining examples, not out of concern over […]
