KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- PETRONAS and SEDC Energy Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Sarawak Economic Development Corporation, have entered into two arrangements to accelerate the development and adoption of hydrogen and renewable oil as alternative fuels for the state.
 
A Supply Arrangement on Hydrogen Production Technology and a Joint Technology Collaboration Arrangement on Renewable Oil were signed yesterday between both parties during an official visit by Premier of Sarawak, YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr.) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg to PETRONAS Research Sdn Bhd (PRSB)’s research facility in Bangi. The Premier was received at the facility by PETRONAS President & Group CEO, Datuk Tengku Muhammad Taufik. Also present was SEDC Chairman, YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Haji Abdul Aziz bin Dato Haji Husain.  
 
The supply arrangement was signed between PETRONAS Technology Ventures Sdn Bhd (PTVSB) CEO, Dr. Mahpuzah Abai and SEDC Energy CEO, Robert Hardin, while the joint technology collaboration arrangement was signed by Hardin and PETRONAS Chief Technology Officer, Dr. Nasir Darman representing PRSB.
 
PETRONAS Senior Vice President of Project Delivery & Technology, Bacho Pilong and Director of SEDC Energy, Tuan Haji Abdul Hadi bin Datuk Abdul Kadir witnessed the signing.
 
Datuk Tengku Taufik said, “The partnership with SEDC Energy bears strong testimony to the shared vision of both parties to unlock the possibilities of what renewables can offer in realising Sarawak’s aspiration for a lower-carbon economy. Even as PETRONAS strengthens its core activities, we remain committed to collaborating and supporting the Sarawak State Government as its strategic energy partner, leveraging on our technological capabilities. We believe that such partnership will enable greater access to cleaner energy sources for the economic growth of Sarawak specifically, as well as the nation at large.”
 
In his speech, the Premier of Sarawak mentioned, “I am very pleased to see this collaboration in cultivating homegrown technologies among two local companies, SEDC Energy and PETRONAS. We have been approached by and we are also working with many global players in the region. It is vital to gain certification and be recognised at the world stage to explore networks and the necessary accreditations with regards to future fuels.”
  
The Supply Arrangement between PTVSB and SEDC Energy focuses on expanding the application of green hydrogen technologies in Sarawak. The arrangement covers the supply and operation of PETRONAS’ proprietary Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Electrolyser for the production of green hydrogen that would be delivered to the Darul Hana and Batu Kawa refuelling stations.
 
Both parties will work together to develop local expertise in manufacturing PETRONAS electrolyser technology and integrating it into the state’s current plant systems. The parties will also explore opportunities for the design and development of a “Hydrogen City” in Sarawak. 
 
Via the Joint Technology Collaboration Arrangement on Renewable Oil, PRSB and SEDC Energy will explore the development of an Initial Commercial Plant (ICP) for microalgae cultivation and harvesting, as well as extraction of crude algae oil.​ Subject to commercial attractiveness, the parties may look into establishing a large-scale commercial plant at a later stage.
 
The collaboration will also deep dive into the key success criteria to commercially produce crude algae oil, particularly on growing and developing algae strains with high growth rate, high oil content, and low production cost.
 
 
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PETRONAS
 

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We seek energy potential across the globe, optimising value through our integrated business model. Our portfolio includes cleaner conventional and renewable resources and a ready range of advanced products and adaptive solutions.
 
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About Sarawak Economic Development Corporation Energy
 
The Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is a state – owned statutory body with the general aim of promoting the commercial, industrial and socio-economic development of the State. SEDC was established under the Perbadanan Pembangunan Ekonomi Sarawak Ordinance (Sarawak Cap. 35), a law duly passed by the Sarawak State Assembly in accordance with the powers conferred on and delegated to the State Government of Sarawak under the Constitution of Malaysia.
 
While SEDC is a statutory body established under the laws of the State of Sarawak, it also comes under the purview of the Federal Government of Malaysia through the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA).
 
SEDC aims to promote economic development in the State, as a catalyst, with emphasis on pioneering and strategic industries; to undertake investments and manage commercial projects, directly or on a joint-venture basis; to undertake programmes and schemes to enhance the development of local entrepreneurs in commerce and industry, as a trust agency; and to develop special projects for the government to enhance the general economic well-being and quality of life of the people in the State.
 
SEDC Energy Sdn Bhd, responsible for kickstarting the “new energy” ecosystem in Sarawak was established in 2019 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of SEDC. In line with Sarawak government’s vision to emphasise the use of new and cleaner energy, SEDC Energy will be the corporation to move forward with the state’s vision. 


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Photo 1: Datuk Tengku Muhammad Taufik, President and Group Chief Executive Officer, PETRONAS, at the signing ceremony of two arrangements to accelerate the development and adoption of hydrogen and renewable oil as alternative fuels in Sarawak: “The partnership with SEDC Energy bears strong testimony to the shared vision of both parties to unlock the possibilities of what renewables can offer in realising Sarawak’s aspiration for a lower-carbon economy.”
 
Photo 2: YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr.) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, Premier of Sarawak, at his official visit to PETRONAS Research Sdn Bhd’s research facility: “I am very pleased to see the collaboration in cultivating homegrown technologies among two local companies, SEDC Energy and PETRONAS.” 


Source: PETRONAS

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