Medini Net Zero Carbon CBD (NZCC) receives 5 Diamonds recognition
Iskandar Investment Berhad (IIB) has been awarded with the 5 Diamonds recognition for the highly anticipated Net Zero Carbon Central Business District (NZCC) within Medini Innopolis masterplan, in Iskandar Puteri, Johor at the Low Carbon Cities 2030 Challenge (LCC2030C) awards this week. Together with it, IIB received two other diamond recognitions: Organised by the Malaysia […]
MGTC hosts leadership roundtable to mark World Energy Efficiency Day 2025
The Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC), an agency of the Ministry of Environment and Water, marked the World Energy Efficiency Day 2025 by hosting a leadership roundtable focused on “Harnessing AI to Drive Energy Efficiency Progress.” The international day to raise awareness about reducing energy consumption is held every 5 March. The event […]
A worthy challenge for sustainability’s sake
In its bid to achieve the target of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 45% by 2030, Malaysia has adopted the low-carbon cities concept to measure environmental impact and implement actions to reduce GHG emissions. The Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) under the Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry (NRES), has come up […]
Iskandar Investment raih anugerah Cabaran Rendah Karbon
PETALING JAYA: Iskandar Investment Berhad (IIB) meraih pengiktirafan 5-Berlian bagi pembangunan Daerah Pusat Perniagaan Karbon Sifar Bersih (NZCC) menerusi pelan induk Medini Innopolis, di Iskandar Puteri, Johor di anugerah Cabaran Bandar Rendah Karbon 2030 (LCC2030C). Selain anugerah terbabit, IIB turut menerima dua lagi pengiktirafan berlian iaitu 5-Berlian untuk Menara IIB (Medini 9) dan 2-Belian untuk […]
By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?
KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 — The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? This question is becoming increasingly urgent for Malaysia as the country embraces the electric vehicle revolution. Automotive giants like Tesla and BYD have established local operations, […]
Global tech company ABB sees role in advancing Sarawak’s green energy ambitions
KUCHING (March 4): Global technology company ABB, which has a history of over 140 years, is ready to play a role in advancing Sarawak’s green energy ambitions through its expertise in automation, electrification, and digital solutions. With a vast portfolio spanning electrical switchgear, distributed control systems, measurement analytics, and robotics, ABB brings a wealth of […]
The climate crisis and CCUS
THE climate crisis, once a looming threat, has now become an urgent reality that demands immediate action. The consequences of inaction are becoming increasingly severe, affecting not only our environment but also the global economy and societal well-being. Have we reached a critical juncture, or are we still in denial, clinging to the belief that […]
NCT Smart Industrial Park in Sepang receives five-diamond recognition at Low Carbon City Awards 2024
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 27): The NCT Smart Industrial Park (NSIP), by NCT Land Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of NCT Group of Companies, has received a five-diamond recognition at the Low Carbon City Awards 2024 held at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday (Feb 26). A statement by NCT Group on Thursday highlighted […]
Kuala Lumpur, Georgetown, Johor Bahru berpotensi laksana caj kesesakan
KUALA LUMPUR – Kerajaan sedang mengkaji pelaksanaan caj kesesakan di Kuala Lumpur bagi mengurangkan masalah trafik, dengan unjuran awal menunjukkan langkah itu berpotensi mengurangkan kesesakan jalan raya sehingga 20 peratus. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Wilayah Persekutuan), Dr Zaliha Mustafa berkata, kajian tersebut sedang dijalankan oleh Institut Penyelidikan Keselamatan Jalan Raya Malaysia (MIROS) dan Malaysia […]
Dr Zaliha: Congestion charge can reduce KL traffic by 20%
KUALA LUMPUR — A congestion charge is expected to reduce traffic congestion in Kuala Lumpur by around 20 per cent, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa. She said that to ensure the success of the initiative, which is still under study, the congestion charge must be set at a rate […]