MPIA Sarawak

from 3.0, Plenary Session 1: ASEAN Renewable Energy Development – Accelerating the Energy Transition

Plenary 1, which was opened by Sarawak Energy's Group Chief Operating Officer, Ir. James Ung discussed ASEAN’s united front in navigating climate challenges, the importance of integrated renewable energy frameworks and partnerships in enabling the acceleration of a just energy transition towards net zero in ASEAN.

The session was moderated by Sarawak Energy’s Senior Vice President for Strategy & Corporate Development, Dr Chen Shiu and featured panellists; Eddie Rich, CEO for International Hydropower Association (IHA); Davis Chong, Executive Director/Group CEO for Solarvest Holdings Berhad & President, Malaysia Photovoltaic Industry Association (MPIA); Ines Marques, Director, Green Hydrogen Development Plan and Xu Changjiang, Deputy General Manager, S**C Guangxi Electric Power.

Despite projections of a 2.2°C rise by 2100, there is optimism that by 2050 can be achieved through a rapid shift to renewables. Through united efforts, ASEAN is setting sights on redefining energy strategies and targeting 35% renewable deployment by 2025, all while envisioning a resilient, green future for the region.

Congratulations to the Malaysian Photovoltaic Industry Association (MPIA) on the launch of MPIA Sarawak Chapter!

Held at the Sustainability & Renewable Energy Forum ( 3.0), the launch was officiated by The Honourable Datuk Julaihi Haji Narawi, the Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Sarawak.

The establishment of the MPIA’s Sarawak Chapter heralds a new era of collaboration, innovation and advocacy in the photovoltaic sector. This aligns with the vision of the Premier of Sarawak, who aims to position Sarawak as a solar energy powerhouse for production and utilisation.

Hosting the launch of the MPIA Sarawak Chapter at SAREF 3.0, Sarawak Energy’s flagship event, is also in line with the conference’s core objectives of promoting and actionable solutions for a more sustainable energy future.