YB Lee Chean Chung, Member of Authority at SEDA Malaysia (standing fourth from right), emphasised that innovation is essential for accelerating the energy transition. He highlighted that innovation knows no borders, as participants come from various parts of Malaysia.
Finalists are at the forefront of driving sustainable solutions, competing for atotal prize pool of RM15,000
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- SEDA Innovation Challenge 2024 has come to the final stage where five standout projects are to compete and the final project documentation is due by 19 September 2024, with winners to be announced at the Awards Ceremony during the 2024 IEEE R10 Humanitarian Technology Conference (HTC) on 1 October 2024.
This is a collaboration between the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Kuala Lumpur Subsection, Universiti Tektology Malaysia (UTM), UCSI University, and Leave a Nest (M) Sdn Bhd. It aims to identify and promote innovative technologies that leverage renewable energy to facilitate a global energy transition.
The top five are:
1. AMSOLAR ECOS with the project; Energy Control Cost Optimization System,
2. UNIQUE EDGE TECHNOLOGY-UTM with the project; MERCAT – Microgrid,
3. VEM X with the project; Virtual Energy Manager: Real-Time Monitoring and Predictive Analytics for Enhanced Energy Efficiency,
4. UCPVC with the project; SolCurve: Seamless Remote PV Monitoring System and
5. SUNSHINE with the project; FarmE.
This initiative, held in conjunction with the 6th International Sustainable Energy Summit (ISES) 2024, is focused on integrating sustainability into the core of innovation, emphasising reducing environmental impact, improving efficiency, and promoting responsible resource management. It provides a collaborative platform for interdisciplinary approaches to address critical challenges in the sustainable energy sector, enabling innovators to present scalable and practical solutions with the potential for widespread implementation.
The 6th International Sustainable Energy Summit (ISES) 2024 was held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 20 to 21 August 2024. This summit serves as a backdrop for the announcement of the finalists of the SEDA Innovation Challenge, further highlighting the importance of sustainable energy solutions in shaping a cleaner and more resilient future.
Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Hamzah Hussin, Organising Chair of the 6th ISES 2024 and Chief Executive Officer of SEDA Malaysia stated: “The SEDA Innovation Challenge 2024 is a significant stride in our efforts to expedite the global energy transition through innovation and cooperation. Participants are demonstrating exceptional creativity and dedication to sustainability, pushing the boundaries of renewable energy technology. We anticipate that the solutions developed here will inspire others and pave the way for scalable advancements towards a cleaner, sustainable future.”
Prof. Datuk Dr. Ahmad Fauzi Ismail, Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, added: “Universiti Teknologi Malaysia is committed to advancing sustainable energy solutions through innovation and collaboration. Our participation in the SEDA Innovation Challenge 2024 aligns with our mission to foster research and development in renewable energy technologies. We believe that interdisciplinary approaches and strategic partnerships are essential to addressing the complex challenges of sustainable development. This competition provides an excellent platform for innovators to showcase their groundbreaking ideas, and we are proud to support initiatives that contribute to a cleaner and more resilient future.”
Yang Berhormat Lee Chean Chung, the Member of Authority SEDA Malaysia who deliver the certificate to the finalists said innovation will is an essence of accelerating the energy transition. Besides, innovation has no border, since the participant is among anyone residing in Malaysia. He added, “Efforts to embrace sustainability is at the core of your innovations, with a focus on minimising environmental impact, enhancing efficiency, and promoting responsible resource management.”
Participants in this year's Challenge are competing in three pivotal categories, each targeting a distinct aspect of renewable energy technology:
i. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Analytics: Aims to boost energy efficiency through integrated data analysis for enhanced decision-making.
ii. Internet of Things (IoT) & Blockchain: Focuses on monitoring energy systems to increase efficiency and reliability through continuous data flow.
iii. Smart Geographical Information System (GIS) & Digital Twin: Seeks to optimise renewable energy locations by considering environmental impact and resource efficiency.
The winners of the SEDA Innovation Challenge 2024 will share a prize pool of RM15,000, distributed across the following categories:
i. Innovation Award: Recognising the most groundbreaking technology in sustainable energy.
ii. Impact Award: Awarded for the project with the most significant positive environmental and societal impact.
iii. People’s Choice Award: Acknowledging the most popular project as voted by ISES attendees.
The SEDA Innovation Challenge 2024 showcases innovators' remarkable talents andunderscores the essential role of sustainable energy solutions in shaping a cleaner and more resilient future.
For information on the SEDA Innovation Challenge, please visit
https://www.seda.gov.my/seda-innovation-challenge/.
About SEDA Malaysia:Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia is a statutory body reporting to the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA). SEDA Malaysia was established in September 2011 under the SEDA Act 2011 [Act 726] with the key purpose of driving the renewable energy and energy efficiency agenda in the country.
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