KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – 27 June 2023
– Clean energy solutions provider Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari) has
signed two Strategic Collaboration Agreements (SCAs), with Sarawak
Energy Berhad (SEB) and SEDC Energy Sdn Bhd (SEDC Energy)
respectively, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sarawak Economic
Development Corporation, to explore potential opportunities to
collaborate in developing and deploying clean energy solutions in
the state. The signing ceremony took place during the Energy Asia
conference, which gathers energy professionals, industry leaders,
and policymakers, aiming to advance Asia’s Net-Zero
Ambitions through actionable solutions for a just and responsible
energy transition.
In Gentari’s partnership with
SEB, the focus will be on diversifying and enhancing
Sarawak’s energy mix – enabling a more sustainable
and renewable energy supply, through the deployment of renewable
energy projects. Meanwhile, Gentari’s collaboration with
SEDC Energy will focus on the production of green hydrogen by
optimising the state’s abundant renewable resources. In
addition, Gentari is collaborating with both SEB and SEDC Energy
to establish a comprehensive and wide-ranging electric vehicle
(EV) charging network in Sarawak – an initiative that will
be vital for promoting green mobility solutions and encouraging
the shift towards low carbon transportation in the state.
“We
are proud to collaborate with SEB and SEDC Energy to pursue the
deployment of clean energy solutions in Sarawak and actively drive
the state’s energy transition and decarbonisation efforts.
Our strategic partnership embodies a holistic approach to address
the clean energy needs of Sarawak. By leveraging our expertise to
enable end-to-end solutions, we aim to help foster a greener and
more energy resilient future for the state, besides positioning
Sarawak as a regional leader in clean energy, with a focus on the
green hydrogen sector,” commented Sushil Purohit, Chief
Executive Officer, Gentari.
“We are excited to
continue working together with PETRONAS, through Gentari, in this
important endeavour to accelerate the growth of clean, renewable
energy in Sarawak. With Sarawak Energy’s generation mix
predominantly based on renewable hydropower, we are well
positioned to enhance and diversify our energy sources, as well as
to further decarbonise our transportation sector. This
collaboration reflects our commitment to driving Sarawak’s
energy transition and decarbonisation initiatives, while
reinforcing our position as a regional leader in the renewable
energy sector. This partnership is a significant step towards
realising our vision of achieving sustainable growth and
prosperity for our communities in Sarawak, all while safeguarding
the environment,” said Datu Sharbini Suhaili, Group Chief
Executive Officer, Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB).
“We
are delighted to join forces with Gentari to advance the
implementation of sustainable energy solutions in Sarawak. We play
an active role in the state’s transition to cleaner energy
sources and reduced carbon emissions. This collaborative
partnership encompasses a comprehensive approach to meet
Sarawak’s clean energy requirements. By harnessing each
other’s expertise to apply integrated solutions, our
objective is clear on contributing to a greener and more resilient
energy future for the state. Additionally, our focus on the clean
hydrogen sector aims to position Sarawak as a regional frontrunner
in clean energy,” said Robert Hardin, Chief Executive
Officer, SEDC Energy.
To ensure the full success of the
strategic collaboration, Gentari will work closely with the
Sarawak State Government and other stakeholders in a
public-private coordination framework. With this, the parties aim
to comprehensively enhance communications, foster greater synergy,
and streamline efforts towards achieving Sarawak’s clean
energy goals, and making greater progress to create a sustainable
future for the state.