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Korea Herald
23-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Premier of Sarawak Officiates Hydrogen Economy Forum 2025, Launches Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap and Announces APGH 2026 to Further Cement Sarawak's Leadership in the Global Green Energy Transition
KUCHING, Malaysia, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hydrogen Economy Forum (H2EF) 2025 – powered by APGH officially opened today at Hilton Kuching, officiated by the Premier of Sarawak, The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg. The Premier of Sarawak delivered a powerful keynote address titled " Charting a New Energy Future: Sarawak's Hydrogen Economy in Action". In his keynote address, the Premier of Sarawak emphasised hydrogen as a cornerstone of Sarawak's clean energy strategy. He highlighted the state's commitment to becoming a regional leader in hydrogen, driven by the newly launched Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap (SHER). The roadmap outlines a strategic plan to harness Sarawak's abundant renewable energy, natural gas, and carbon capture capabilities to scale up low-carbon hydrogen production. The Premier also announced the return of the Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen (APGH) Conference and Exhibition, scheduled for 9–11 June 2026 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). Building on the momentum of its inaugural edition, APGH 2026 aims to drive further global dialogue, innovation, and investment in the hydrogen economy. The opening day of H2EF 2025 also featured several key industry announcements and partnership signings that reflect Sarawak's growing role in the clean energy landscape. These included a Letter of Intent exchange between SEDC Energy and NGLTech (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd, an MoU exchange between UNIMAS and Bureau Veritas, and an MoU exchange between Sarawak Petchem and HighChem Company Limited. A major highlight was the unveiling of the inaugural Sarawak SME ESG report by Alliance Bank, titled "Navigating ESG in Sarawak: Insights from SMEs". The report provides a comprehensive view of how local small and medium enterprises are adapting to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices as Sarawak transitions into a green economy. Hosted by the Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability Sarawak (MEESty) and co-organised by MOSTI and Borneo Business Connect, with the support of Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak), H2EF 2025 serves as a strategic platform to drive Southeast Asia's transition to a hydrogen economy. The forum aligns with national initiatives under the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) and Sarawak's Post-COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. With participation from over 400 delegates, including hydrogen industry leaders, researchers, investors, and policymakers from countries such as Japan, South Korea, Australia, Germany, and the Netherlands, H2EF 2025 continues to solidify Sarawak's position as a clean energy pioneer in the region.
Borneo Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
H2EF 2025 wraps up with strong global momentum for Sarawak's hydrogen leadership
(Front row, from left) Mona, Nadzeem, Dr Hazland, Gracie, Ghandhi, together with the delegates who participated in the two-day H2EF 2025. – Photo by Aileen Yap KUCHING (May 14): The Hydrogen Economy Forum (H2EF) 2025 ended today, marking a significant milestone in Sarawak's ambitions of becoming a global hydrogen economy leader. The two-day event saw participation of 542 delegates from 20 countries, comprising top energy leaders, policymakers, financiers, academics and technology innovators. H2EF 2025 organising chairman Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming response and active participation that shaped the forum into a vibrant platform for global collaboration and knowledge exchange. 'Over the past two days, the H2EF 2025 has shed light on the rising momentum of hydrogen as a key pillar in global decarbonisation. 'We have seen encouraging signs that the hydrogen economy is transitioning from ambition to action with over seven million tons of projects currently under construction and two million tons operational, as well as the growing interest in derivatives such as ammonia, gas, methanol, as presented by Wood Mackenzie on Tuesday,' he said in his closing remarks. Dr Hazland delivers his closing remarks. – Photo by Aileen Yap The forum featured five plenary sessions, six forums, two workshops, and two international dialogues, covering a wide array of topics from hydrogen production technologies and transport logistics to market standards, policy frameworks, and financing models. International perspectives from countries such as Australia, Germany, Japan, Norway, and Spain enriched discussions on aligning policy and investment strategies to unlock global hydrogen markets. Moreover, technological innovation also took centre stage, with Siemens introducing its Digital Hydrogen Plant concept, which enables real-time simulation and optimisation of hydrogen production operations, potentially reducing the Levelised Cost of Hydrogen by up to 12 per cent. Carbon Energy also showcased its proprietary Zirmbrane membrane technology, enhancing efficiency and durability in hydrogen systems. The forum further underscored the strategic role of the Asia Pacific region in shaping the future of the hydrogen economy, with the region expected to account for over 40 per cent of global hydrogen supply and 50 per cent of demand by 2050. 'Sarawak has been rightly positioned as the 'battery of Asean,' as noted by one of our speakers, developing a collaborative public-private model and aiming to not only export hydrogen but also to build domestic demand and downstream industries. 'The concept of complementary power generation, solar and hydropower was also discussed, which could ease the power supply challenge for energy projects by utilising existing grid infrastructure,' Dr Hazland said. He emphasised the importance of continued public-private partnerships, strategic financing, and robust energy infrastructure to ensure a fair and sustainable hydrogen transition. He also extended an invitation to all participants to the Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen (APGH) Conference and Exhibition 2026, scheduled for June 9 to 11 next year at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, where Sarawak will continue to champion the green hydrogen agenda on a regional and global scale. Also present were Borneo Business Connect Sdn Bhd (BBC) directors Gracie Geikie and Datuk Dr M Gandhi, BBC executive director Nadzeem Abdul Rahman, and BBC chief executive officer Mona Abdul Manap. Dr Hazland Abang Hipni green energy h2ef hydrogen economy lead
Borneo Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
H2EF 2025: Clear policies, global ties key to realising S'wak's green hydrogen vision, say experts
Garcia (right) gestures as he delivers a point during the dialogue session at H2EF 2025, accompanied by Simonsen (left) and Harrison. KUCHING (May 14): Certainty, energy efficiency and international collaboration are key to accelerating Sarawak's green hydrogen ambitions, panellists said during the 'Policy & Regulation: What Needs to be Done?' session during the Hydrogen Economy Forum (H2EF) 2025 at the Hilton Hotel here today. The dialogue, moderated by Norwegian Embassy in Singapore Science and Technology counsellor Bjørn Simonsen, featured insights from Baker Botts LLP partner Michael Harrison and Juan Guia Garcia, Embassy of Spain in Malaysia Economic and Commercial counsellor, who shared lessons from their respective countries on advancing a hydrogen economy. 'The critical thing in relation to any new industry is certainty, and if Sarawak is going to develop a meaningful, green-hearted solution, it has to be thought about from Sarawak's perspective and a broader Malaysian perspective concerning international debt and contribution,' Harrison said. He said green hydrogen should not be treated as an end in itself, but as a tool to reduce emissions, support sustainable development, and generate higher-paying jobs. Among practical policy directions, Harrison emphasised starting with energy efficiency, electrification, and renewable energy. He encouraged Sarawak to begin with 'low-hanging fruit' by improving energy efficiency and pursuing electrification, especially given the state's abundant power capacity. 'From there, policy frameworks should identify viable local hydrogen applications before expanding to exports. You need to map that and work it out… you've got to provide for a transition,' he said. He added that existing grey hydrogen facilities could not be shut down abruptly. 'Run auctions on time, don't keep changing dates, and fund domestic demand alongside production,' he advised. Garcia echoed the need for international alignment and said that international demand and cooperation were critical for Sarawak to scale green hydrogen projects and attract investment. 'That can be really done to make the projects here viable and really the investments to be approved,' he added. When asked whether nuclear energy could complement global hydrogen strategies, both panellists acknowledged its role. 'All the technologies are there to contribute. Climate change is so strong, and it's going to be there for a long time. We need to go out and we shouldn't say no—every solution will have its place,' Garcia said. He noted, however, that nuclear adoption remains politically sensitive. 'It's not only a technical decision, but I think there's a space for nuclear (energy),' he added.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Premier of Sarawak Officiates Hydrogen Economy Forum 2025, Launches Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap and Announces APGH 2026 to Further Cement Sarawak's Leadership in the Global Green Energy Transition
KUCHING, Malaysia, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hydrogen Economy Forum (H2EF) 2025 – powered by APGH officially opened today at Hilton Kuching, officiated by the Premier of Sarawak, The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg. The Premier of Sarawak delivered a powerful keynote address titled "Charting a New Energy Future: Sarawak's Hydrogen Economy in Action". In his keynote address, the Premier of Sarawak emphasised hydrogen as a cornerstone of Sarawak's clean energy strategy. He highlighted the state's commitment to becoming a regional leader in hydrogen, driven by the newly launched Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap (SHER). The roadmap outlines a strategic plan to harness Sarawak's abundant renewable energy, natural gas, and carbon capture capabilities to scale up low-carbon hydrogen production. The Premier also announced the return of the Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen (APGH) Conference and Exhibition, scheduled for 9–11 June 2026 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). Building on the momentum of its inaugural edition, APGH 2026 aims to drive further global dialogue, innovation, and investment in the hydrogen economy. The opening day of H2EF 2025 also featured several key industry announcements and partnership signings that reflect Sarawak's growing role in the clean energy landscape. These included a Letter of Intent exchange between SEDC Energy and NGLTech (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd, an MoU exchange between UNIMAS and Bureau Veritas, and an MoU exchange between Sarawak Petchem and HighChem Company Limited. A major highlight was the unveiling of the inaugural Sarawak SME ESG report by Alliance Bank, titled "Navigating ESG in Sarawak: Insights from SMEs". The report provides a comprehensive view of how local small and medium enterprises are adapting to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices as Sarawak transitions into a green economy. Hosted by the Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability Sarawak (MEESty) and co-organised by MOSTI and Borneo Business Connect, with the support of Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak), H2EF 2025 serves as a strategic platform to drive Southeast Asia's transition to a hydrogen economy. The forum aligns with national initiatives under the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) and Sarawak's Post-COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. With participation from over 400 delegates, including hydrogen industry leaders, researchers, investors, and policymakers from countries such as Japan, South Korea, Australia, Germany, and the Netherlands, H2EF 2025 continues to solidify Sarawak's position as a clean energy pioneer in the region. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hydrogen Economy Forum (H2EF) 2025
Borneo Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Premier: Sarawak on track in hydrogen pursuit
Abang Johari performs the gimmick to launch H2EF 2025. – Photo by Roystein Emmor KUCHING (May 14): Sarawak is playing its part in introducing new technologies for the state to implement policies under its hydrogen economy roadmap, said Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The Premier said despite having a clear roadmap, there are still many sceptics who are not convinced by it. 'But I believe with the technology available, and I was informed that there is a global company having a plant that can reduce the cost of hydrogen production, meaning in terms of cost, it will definitely be reduced and hydrogen will become the fuel of the future,' he said. Speaking at a press conference after officiating at the launch of the Hydrogen Economy Forum (H2EF) 2025 here yesterday, Abang Johari expressed confidence that Sarawak is on the right track in its hydrogen pursuit. The H2EF 2025 logo. He disclosed that his recent visit to the London School of Economics (LSE) was to engage LSE on exploring means to reduce the production cost of hydrogen. Sarawak, he added, is fortunate because it is blessed with an abundance of natural resources for it to strengthen its position and contribute to the world's approaches towards Zero Carbon status by 2050. Earlier in his keynote address, Abang Johari explained that the Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap is a strategic guide that will drive the state's hydrogen agenda through 2035 and beyond. 'This roadmap will serve as our compass—designed to navigate both opportunities and challenges as we accelerate Sarawak's transformation into a regionally recognized clean hydrogen powerhouse.' He also announced that the state will once again host the Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen (APGH) Conference and Exhibition from June 9 to 11 next year. 'Building on the momentum of our first edition, APGH 2026 promises to be even more impactful, bringing together global thought leaders to drive collaboration, innovation, and investment in clean energy. 'Sarawak is not merely adapting to the future , we are shaping it. We are leading Southeast Asia into a hydrogen-powered era, laying the foundation for a cleaner, greener, and more prosperous tomorrow,' he said. The Premier said as hydrogen projects continue to expand across Sarawak, the state government has taken bold steps to ensure the safe and responsible development of this emerging industry. This includes the passing of the Distribution of Gas (Amendment) Ordinance on Nov 11 last year, which now includes provisions dedicated specifically to regulating hydrogen activities. The ordinance came into force on March 1 this year, with the Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability entrusted to oversee its implementation. 'The ministry is now working diligently to ensure the supporting regulations and guidelines are in place by the end of this year. 'This regulatory clarity will provide confidence to investors, operators, and the public alike, ensuring the hydrogen economy develops in a safe, structured, and sustainable manner,' he said. Meanwhile, the H2EF saw exchanges of memorandums of understanding between SEDC Energy and NGLTech (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd; Unimas and Bureau Veritas; and Sarawak Petchem and HighChem. It also witnessed the unveiling of Alliance Bank's Sarawak SME ESG Report titled 'Navigating ESG in Sarawak: Insights from SMEs'. Abang Johari Tun Openg hydrogen economy Hydrogen Economy Forum roadmap
