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Three Business Pillars. Three Years of Putting Clean Energy into Action.

Published 15 September 2025

In September 2022, Gentari was established in Malaysia with a clear purpose: to accelerate Asia Pacific’s energy transition by putting clean energy into action. As a home-grown brand, we are proud to play our part in advancing Malaysia’s own clean energy ambitions, while also showcasing the nation’s capabilities on the international stage and contributing to progress across the wider region.

Guided by a bold vision to become the region’s most valued clean energy solutions partner by 2030, the company set out to turn ambition into reality. Three years on, that vision is no longer distant – it is being realised through tangible projects, strategic collaborations and an unwavering focus on delivering outcomes.

From renewable energy deployments that enhance energy security and expand access, to developing hydrogen pathways designed to meet the demands of future industries and expanding green mobility ecosystems that support the shift to sustainable transportation; Gentari is steadily contributing to Asia’s clean energy landscape. Over the past three years, we have built meaningful momentum, affirming that our purpose is not only within reach, but increasingly essential.

“Our collaborations and focused efforts have enabled us to contribute to decarbonisation initiatives and support meaningful advancements. We remain committed to making a measurable impact on the energy transition.”

Sushil Purohit, Chief Executive Officer, Gentari


Strengthening Asia Pacific’s energy security through renewables

Renewable energy is central to Gentari’s mission, and our progress reflects that commitment. As of 30 June 2025, Gentari has achieved a cumulative installed and under construction capacity of 8.4 gigawatts (GW) globally, supporting national energy roadmaps while contributing to the broader transition.

In Malaysia, this commitment is brought to life through efforts that align with the National Energy Transition Roadmap, aimed at raising renewable energy to 70 percent of installed capacity by 2050. Beyond adding capacity, our initiatives are helping to shape a grid that is more flexible, decentralised and better prepared to meet the nation’s future clean energy needs.

One such initiative is Gentari’s partnership with Gamuda Energy. Aimed at meeting the rising power needs of hyperscale data centres, which is projected to exceed 5 GW by 2035, the project will see the development of 1.5 GW of solar projects with battery storage under Malaysia’s Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS) framework. Combining Gentari’s renewable expertise and Gamuda’s infrastructure capabilities, the collaboration supports Malaysia’s digital economy growth, attracts foreign investment and advances national net-zero ambitions, setting a model for future clean energy partnerships.

At Gentari, we believe business-led collaboration is key to scaling impact, pooling expertise and delivering solutions that address the unique challenges of this region, from affordability and access to sustainability and security. That belief is already taking shape.

A flagship example is Project VMS (Vietnam–Malaysia–Singapore), a landmark commercial-scale, cross-border renewable energy initiative. Led by the Malaysia’s MY Energy Consortium (PETRONAS and Tenaga Nasional Berhad) alongside Singapore’s Sembcorp Utilities and Vietnam’s Petrovietnam Technical Services Corporation, Project VMS is among the boldest steps yet towards realising the ASEAN Power Grid – positioning Malaysia as both a collaborator and clean energy conduit. As PETRONAS’ clean energy arm, Gentari is playing a pivotal role in the project, collaborating with partners to integrate generation, transmission and market access across borders.

Renewable energy Project VMS

Caption: First Row (L-R) Le Ngoc Son, President and CEO, PetroVietnam, Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik, President & Group CEO of PETRONAS, Datuk Ir. Megat Jalaluddin, President/Chief Executive Officer of TNB and Wong Kim Yin, Group CEO of Sembcorp

Second Row (L-R) Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister of Vietnam, Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia and Lawrence Wong, Prime Minister of Singapore


“Cross-border and cross-industry partnerships are not just enablers - they are economic multipliers.”

Sushil Purohit, Chief Executive Officer, Gentari


In India, Gentari has become a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, delivering 7.0 GW of capacity to Commercial and Industrial (C&I) and utility-scale customers; advancing the National Solar Mission’s goal of 280 GW solar by 2030 within India’s broader 500 GW non-fossil target.

A standout example is the partnership with UltraTech Cement (UTCL), India’s largest cement manufacturer. UTCL’s energy-intensive operations span multiple states and the company needed a clean energy partner that could deliver scale, flexibility, reliability and compliance seamlessly. To meet this, Gentari developed a tailored portfolio that aligns with UTCL’s decarbonisation goals and operational requirements.

At its Sewagram plant, we delivered India’s first on-site hybrid round-the-clock renewable project - a 7.5 megawatts (MW) system combining solar, wind and battery storage to supply uninterrupted clean power and reduce coal reliance. Beyond Sewagram, Gentari has supported UTCL with more than 40 hybrid and firm power projects across various states, cutting costs, improving uptime and strengthening competitiveness.

Renewable energy Ultratech cement

Caption: India’s first on-site hybrid round-the-clock renewable project at UltraTech’s Sewagram plant


The partnership with UTCL illustrates how business-led collaboration can drive decarbonisation in hard-to-abate sectors like cement, which contributes nearly 7% of global carbon dioxide emissions. By delivering hybrid, round-the-clock renewable energy at scale, Gentari is proving that industrial competitiveness and climate ambition can advance together, unlocking practical pathways for India’s clean energy transition.

In Australia, our Maryvale Solar and Energy Storage Project in New South Wales exemplifies the next stage of grid evolution.

With 243 megawatt-peak (MWp) of solar installation paired with a 172 MW/409 megawatt-hours (MWh) battery energy storage system, the project, once operational, will deliver up to 172 MW of dispatchable clean electricity.

Renewable energy Maryvale

Caption: Gentari has broken ground on the Maryvale Solar and Energy Storage project in New South Wales, a next-generation hybrid renewable energy facility that integrates a 243 MWp solar installation with a 172 MW/409 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS).


Beyond its immediate impact, Maryvale plays a critical role in advancing Australia’s clean energy transition. It directly supports the national target of achieving 82 percent renewable electricity by 2030, while also strengthening the New South Wales Renewable Energy Zone framework - created to accelerate large-scale clean energy integration into the grid and ensure energy reliability for communities and businesses alike.


Laying the foundations for a future fuel

While solar, wind and storage will define much of Asia’s near-term decarbonisation, hydrogen is emerging as the fuel of the future for heavy industry, long-haul transport and other hard-to-abate sectors. Gentari is working to ensure Asia Pacific is prepared for this shift by laying down the foundations today.

In Malaysia, we are collaborating with the Sarawak state government to harness the region’s abundant hydropower resources for low-carbon hydrogen production, in line with Sarawak’s Hydrogen Roadmap and Malaysia’s wider National Energy Transition Roadmap.

By leveraging Sarawak’s unique hydropower advantage, Gentari is helping to build one of the region’s first integrated hydrogen value chains covering production, conversion, storage and distribution. These initiatives are not only about meeting local demand but also about positioning Malaysia as a regional export hub for hydrogen derivatives, serving high-demand markets in Japan, Korea and beyond.

The impact is twofold: it enhances Malaysia’s energy security and industrial competitiveness while simultaneously advancing regional decarbonisation by supplying scalable, low-carbon molecules to energy-importing economies.

Complementing these efforts, Gentari has also entered a strategic collaboration with MISC Berhad, a global leader in energy-related maritime services, to jointly develop integrated shipping and floating solutions for clean ammonia, targeted for completion as early as 2027. By pairing MISC’s maritime expertise with Gentari’s hydrogen and ammonia production capabilities, the partnership will establish end-to-end solutions that streamline the clean ammonia value chain. This collaboration not only addresses critical infrastructure needs for transporting ammonia globally but also strengthens Malaysia’s position as a forward-looking maritime and energy hub while paving the way for a low-carbon maritime ecosystem.

Gentari is also forging partnerships across borders, including with Singapore’s Sembcorp to explore the development of hydrogen and renewable energy supply chains and with other international players to advance shipping and infrastructure solutions. These cross-border collaborations highlight Gentari’s role in convening ecosystems that go beyond national boundaries, addressing Asia’s need for regionally integrated, scalable solutions.

Meanwhile in India, together with AM Green, we aim to deliver up to 5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of green ammonia by 2030, equivalent to around 1 MTPA of green hydrogen. This alone represents nearly 20 percent of the country’s 2030 target under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which calls for 5 MTPA of green hydrogen production capacity.

Anchoring this ambition is our project in Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh, which has already achieved final investment decision (FID). Designed to be one of India’s first and largest integrated green ammonia facilities, the project will be powered by 650 MW of round-the-clock renewable energy supplied by Gentari, ensuring a reliable and stable supply of green hydrogen derivatives for domestic use and export markets.

The Kakinada project is strategically significant on several fronts. It positions Gentari and its partners at the forefront of India’s hydrogen economy, supports the nation’s decarbonisation and energy security goals and creates new opportunities for industrial users in sectors such as fertilisers, refining and shipping to reduce their reliance on fossil-based feedstocks. Moreover, the ability to export green ammonia from India strengthens the country’s potential role as a global hydrogen hub, particularly in serving demand from energy-importing nations across Asia and beyond.

Through this investment, Gentari is not only contributing to India’s green hydrogen roadmap but also demonstrating how large-scale, commercially viable projects can accelerate the global shift toward a low-carbon future.

As of 30 June this year, Gentari has already matured 175 kilotonnes per annum (KTPA) of hydrogen opportunities through strategic collaborations and project milestones across Asia and Europe, laying a strong foundation for the fuel of the future.

 

Accelerating the shift to sustainable transportation

Transportation contributes nearly one-fifth of global greenhouse gas emissions and with Asia’s rapid urbanisation, addressing mobility has become a pressing priority in the energy transition. Gentari is advancing solutions in this space as part of its broader commitment across renewable energy, hydrogen and green mobility.

In just three years, Gentari has built a strong foundation for EV adoption by expanding its charging point (CP) network and enhancing user experience through digital innovation.

Today, in Malaysia, Gentari operates more than 570 charging points strategically located along highways, key routes, shopping hubs and residential areas. Of these, over 250 are DC fast-charging points, making us Malaysia’s largest licensed DC fast-charging network operator along highways - providing EV drivers with the confidence to travel long distances without worrying about range.

Beyond Malaysia, our regional roaming network now connects drivers to over 5,000 chargers across Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and India, positioning Gentari as one of the largest EV charging providers in the region and enabling seamless, cross-border EV travel.

At the heart of this network is Gentari Go, our digital platform that brings the charging ecosystem together in one seamless experience. Through the app, users can access real-time charger availability, secure payments, loyalty rewards and roaming services across borders.  In just three years, Gentari Go has grown into a one-stop platform that not only simplifies the EV ownership journey but also helps drive wider adoption by easing range anxiety and raising public awareness.

Green Mobility Gentari Go

These achievements are more than infrastructure milestones - they underscore our critical role in the transformation of transportation. By supporting national EV agendas, Gentari is laying the groundwork for a system that is not only sustainable, but also more connected and accessible to all.

 

From launchpad to scale

Gentari is now in a phase that is defined by scale and impact. This means delivering larger renewable projects that feed into national grids and regional corridors, advancing hydrogen from pilot to commercial scale and strengthening EV charging infrastructure to support greater EV adoption.

Equally important is the deepening of partnerships. Asia’s energy transition is uniquely complex, with countries striving to balance energy security, affordability and sustainability while enabling policies are still taking shape. In this context, business-led collaboration becomes critical. By pooling expertise, de-risking investments and delivering proof points, businesses can chart viable transition pathways that governments can endorse and scale.

 

A call to action

Three years in, Gentari is proud of the milestones achieved. We are even more conscious of the responsibility ahead. The energy transition is not a sprint - it is a relay. What we do in this decade will determine Asia’s trajectory for generations.

Gentari’s vision is clear: to be Asia Pacific’s most valued clean energy solutions partner by 2030. That value lies not only in the gigawatts installed or charging points deployed, but in the partnerships we forge and the tangible contribution we make to national and regional goals.


“We invite governments, businesses and communities to join us in this collective effort. Clean energy is not the responsibility of one company or one country - it is a shared endeavour. Gentari stands ready to do its part, to lead where we can and to collaborate wherever we must.”

Sushil Purohit, Chief Executive Officer, Gentari