KUCHING (Aug 14): Sarawak is advancing its green hydrogen initiatives with the aim of becoming a significant player in the global hydrogen market by 2030, said Datuk Dr Hazland Hipni.

To meet this aim, the Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister said the Sarawak Hydrogen Hub in Bintulu will produce approximately 250,000 tons of green hydrogen annually, with 90 per cent for re-export and 10 per cent designated for local use.

“Key projects include H2ornbill, in partnership with Japanese firms Sumitomo and Eneos, as well as with South Korean companies Samsung and Lotte Chemicals.

“These projects are expected to generate substantial economic benefits and align with Malaysia’s clean energy goals, leveraging Sarawak’s abundant hydropower resources for hydrogen production,” he said at the ‘Hydrogen Economy Fuelling Tomorrow: The Impact of Hydrogen on Regional Economy’ discussion in Kuala Lumpur recently.

Dr Hazland was invited as a panellist for the discussion which was held in conjunction with the Malaysia Commercialisation Year (MCY) Summit 2024 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).

The event was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Dr Hazland during the discussion also shared that Sarawak had in June this year launched Malaysia’s first electrolyser assembly and distribution facility.

“The Sarawak Electrolyser Assembly and Distribution Facility (SEA-DF) brings Sarawak closer to achieving its aspiration of becoming a hydrogen hub in the region,” he said.

Also participating in the discussion were Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang, International Renewable Energy Agency deputy director-general Gauri Singh, and NanoMalaysia chief executive officer Dr Rezal Khairi Ahmad.

MCY Summit 2024 is the premier platform for showcasing Malaysia’s cutting-edge technology and innovation, driving socio-economic development, and fostering global collaboration.