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September 20, 2023
Sabah to launch 17-year energy plan to address power supply challenges
Sabah draws a 17-year plan that is meant to tackle the state’s chronic power issues while also establishing a long-term action plan for energy industry.
August 29, 2023
Malaysia mandates less air con in government offices to lower carbon footprint
Malaysia has decided to raise the temperature in typically cold government offices to save energy. To offset any discomfort this may cause, the government has relaxed the dress code, allowing civil servants to wear cooler batik to work on most days.
July 12, 2023
Malaysia’s national carbon policy expected to be enacted this year
Malaysia ‘s National Carbon Policy, which aims to provide guidance on carbon trading at the state level, is expected to be ready for carry out this year.
May 18, 2023
Malaysia allows cross-border renewable PPAs
Malaysia’s Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change and Ministry of Economy have proposed new renewable energy initiatives to drive the development of the country’s renewable energy industry.
December 12, 2022
Bursa Malaysia launches first Shariah-compliant carbon trading platform
Bursa Malaysia launched the country’s first voluntary carbon market (VCM) on December 9, with the first carbon credit auction to take place next March.
June 01, 2022
Bursa Malaysia, Verra team up to work on voluntary carbon market
In the hopes of establishing a voluntary carbon market (VCM) in Malaysia, the Bursa Malaysia Exchange has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Verra, an international carbon credit standards body.