Swedish Firms Supporting Malaysia’s Green Transition With Sustainable Investments

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram & Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) – Top Swedish firms that have been investing in Malaysia’s industrial development since the nation achieved its independence are lending their expertise in the country’s green economy transition by focusing on the sustainability agenda.

Proton e.MAS 7 Open For Booking, Priced From RM120,000

By Muhamad Amir Aiman Azlan

SHAH ALAM, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Proton’s first electric vehicle (EV), the e.MAS 7, is now open for booking and is expected to be priced from RM120,000. 

Malaysia's Electrified Vehicle Count Reaches 33,319 Units As Of Sept 30 -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The number of electrified vehicles (xEV) reached 33,319 units as of Sept 30, 2024, representing about five per cent of the total industry volume (TIV), said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Energy Storage Key To Solar Power Integration -- Citaglobal

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia is at a critical point in its green energy transition, energy storage is key to the transformation as it allows for effective management of renewable energy (RE) and supports the development of a sustainable, low-carbon future, said Citaglobal Bhd. 

MITI To Help Perodua Produce Malaysia's First Ev Priced Under RM100,000 - Tengku Zafrul

PETALING JAYA, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will help Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) produce Malaysia's first electric vehicle (EV) priced under RM100,000.

Tengku Zafrul Committed To Increasing Productivity Of MITI, Agencies

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz remains committed to increasing the productivity of his ministry to ensure that Malaysia continues to be an investor and trade-friendly country.

Imminent Surge In US Power Demand Challenges Utilities Companies - Wood Mackenzie 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Wood Mackenzie in its latest Horizons report revealed that the United States (US) power demand is set to soar for the first time in decades, with growth between four per cent and 15 per cent through 2029, depending on the region.

MIDA On Track To Achieve RM2.5 Bln Green Investment Goal At IGEM 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is on track to achieve its target of RM2.5 billion in investments from green investment leads at the International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2024.

BEV Sales Surge 112 Pct In 1H2024, Reaching 6,617 Units - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- A total of 6,617 battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs) were sold in the first half of 2024 (1H2024) marking a significant 112 per cent year-on-year surge in the electric vehicle (EV) market, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

AITO Presents Outstanding SUVs Lineup At Paris Motor Show 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- AITO, a high-end intelligent electric vehicle brand, has appeared at the Paris Motor Show 2024, displaying an outstanding lineup of three luxury Range Extended Electric Vehicles (REEVs).

Budget 2025: Auto Industry Wants Road Tax Exemption Incentive For EVs Extended

By Zairina Zainudin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Automotive industry players are seeking a deadline extension for the full road tax exemption incentive for electric vehicles (EVs) and for it to be extended to hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).

Inkia Energy Secures Environmental Approval For Solar Power Plant Expansion In Peru

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Inkia Energy, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Kallpa, has received environmental approval for the expansion of its solar power plant currently under construction in Southern Peru, a global solar resource hub.