Sarawak Government's Initiative to Establish Renewable Energy Studies Institution at i-CATS University College
Key Ideas
- Sarawak government plans to establish a dedicated institution for renewable energy studies at i-CATS University College in collaboration with Sarawak Energy Berhad and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad.
- Deputy Prime Minister highlighted Sarawak's leading position in renewable energy production with a 62% renewable energy mix capacity, exceeding the 60% target set for 2030.
- Advancements in hydrogen research in Sarawak have attracted interest from Japan and Korea, positioning the state as a potential hub for the hydrogen economy in Asia.
- The initiative aims to produce skilled experts in energy and gas fields, contributing to the state's transformation into a high-income state by 2030.
The Sarawak government, led by Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, is taking steps to establish a dedicated institution for renewable energy studies at i-CATS University College. This institution, in collaboration with Sarawak Energy Berhad and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad, aims to produce skilled experts in the fields of energy and gas. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof praised Sarawak's achievement of a 62% renewable energy mix capacity, surpassing the target set for 2030. He highlighted the state's potential in hydrogen research, attracting interest from Japan and Korea. The initiative also aims to drive socio-economic growth and transform Sarawak into a high-income state by 2030. This strategic move showcases the government's commitment to advancing renewable energy and developing expertise in the energy sector.
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Renewable Energy
Education
Research
Government Initiative
High-income State
Asian Hub
Socio-economic Growth
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