KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia –
7 July 2023 – KPJ Healthcare Berhad (“KPJ Healthcare” or the “Group”), Malaysia’s largest
private healthcare provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gentari Sdn Bhd
(“Gentari”), a leading clean energy solutions provider, to embark on a strategic collaboration that will
drive decarbonisation efforts in the healthcare sector and propel KPJ Healthcare towards sustainable
growth.
By joining forces with
Gentari, KPJ Healthcare is set to integrate green mobility and renewable energy solutions into KPJ
Healthcare’s operations, positioning the Group at the forefront of driving positive environmental impact
through clean energy solutions. This partnership marks a significant milestone in KPJ Healthcare’s
commitment to sustainability and sets the stage for the widespread deployment of clean energy ecosystems
across the Group’s extensive network of hospitals.
One of the key areas of
collaboration outlined in the MoU is the installation of electric vehicle (“EV”) charging facilities at 10
KPJ Healthcare premises. These charging facilities will be made available to the public soon, on a
pay-per-use basis, supporting Malaysia’s growing EV infrastructure and encouraging EV adoption among
staff, patients, and visitors.
This collaboration aligns
with the ambitious targets set by the Malaysian government, aiming to establish 10,000 charging points by
2025 and have 1.3 million EVs on the road by 2040. By installing EV charging stations at KPJ Healthcare
hospitals, this collaboration aims to contribute to these national targets, reduce carbon emissions, and
promote sustainable transportation. In addition to providing better accessibility to EV charging
facilities at KPJ Healthcare hospitals, the joint effort also aims to drive awareness, educate
stakeholders, and influence policy frameworks to create an enabling environment and accelerate the
transition towards sustainable operations and widespread EV adoption across the country.
Beyond EV charging
facilities, the collaboration will introduce Zero Emission Vehicle Fleet solutions tailored to the
Malaysian market by exploring options which may include the adoption of EVs to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and promote sustainable transportation in the healthcare sector.
In addition to green
mobility, the collaboration also extends to exploring the deployment of renewable energy solutions within
KPJ Healthcare’s facilities. This may include the installation of solar and other clean energy
technologies to harness renewable sources and generate electricity, thereby reducing the Group’s reliance
on fossil fuels and decreasing its overall carbon footprint.
The collaboration also
anchors KPJ Healthcare’s aspirations in redefining its healthcare ecosystem by embracing sustainable and
eco-friendly practices. The integration of renewable energy solutions and green mobility not only reduces
KPJ Healthcare’s carbon footprint but also creates greater efficiency, better service delivery and,
ultimately, a more positive patient experience.
“We are excited to join
forces with Gentari as we embark on this transformative journey towards clean energy,” said (Puan)
Norhaizam Mohamed, Officer In Charge of KPJ Healthcare. “With our network of 29 specialist hospitals, we
are confident that by combining our expertise and resources, we are able to set new industry standards,
establish best practices, and drive positive change in the healthcare sector. Our existing sustainability
programme has laid a strong foundation, but we understand the need to accelerate our efforts. This
collaboration aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services while
prioritising environmental stewardship. Together with Gentari, we will work hand in hand to accelerate the
transition towards sustainable operations and make a meaningful impact on global emissions.”
“We set out over 40 years
ago to enhance the livelihood of the communities we operate in, and we believe this is one of the best
ways to ensure our ‘Care for Life’ promise can be further expanded to include the environment as well, in
order for us to deliver the very best of quality healthcare to our patients. In a way, it is personal for
us to continuously elevate our standards of treatment, especially with our personalised care and our
future growth towards preventive care,” added Norhaizam.
“At Gentari, we recognise
that the significant energy demands of the healthcare industry must be underpinned by sustainable
practices. It is our privilege to collaborate with KPJ Healthcare to support their responsible approach to
operations. With the integration of clean energy solutions, we aim to assist KPJ Healthcare in reducing
their carbon footprint and contribute towards achieving their sustainability goals,” said Shah Yang
Razalli, Deputy CEO of Gentari.
Through this strategic
collaboration, KPJ Healthcare and Gentari are poised to lead the sustainability changes in the healthcare
industry, and are confident to affect the much-needed changes in creating awareness as well enabling more
positive impacts to the environment and society.