Furthermore , ENEOS has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU ) with SEDC Energy Sdn Bhd and Sumitomo Corporation to establish a CO2-free hydrogen supply chain . This innovative approach involves converting hydrogen into methylcyclohexane ( MCH ), providing an efficient mode of transportation to Japan . The feasibility study envisions 3,000 tons of hydrogen per year for local consumption and 50,000 to 100,000 tons per year for export in the form of MCH . |
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A recent joint feasibility study conducted by PETRONAS / Gentari and ENEOS of Japan for a commercial hydrogen production and conversion project in Kerteh , Terengganu , anticipates a total hydrogen production and conversion capacity of up to 50,000 tons per year by 2027 . The intention is to export the hydrogen in the form of MCH to Japan . This initiative is expected to stimulate Malaysia ’ s economy through supply and demand dynamics , while also attracting the essential investments needed to establish a robust hydrogen infrastructure in the country .
At an industrial scale , Sarawak Energy Berhad ( SEB ) has begun exploration into hydrogen business through electrolysis demonstration project for fuel cell electric vehicles ( FCEVs ).
When it comes to new energy and alternative , Malaysia ’ s main utility company , TNB ’ s strategy involves upgrading retired coal and gas plants with hydrogen-ready combined-cycle gas turbines ( CCGTs ). To secure a sustainable and economically viable supply of green hydrogen , TNB is researching efficient electrolysers to lower the cost of production .
To expedite the decarbonisation process in the energy sector , TNB has entered into an MoU with PETRONAS , marking a collaborative effort to explore innovative green technologies . The initial focus under this MoU involves a joint study on developing a green hydrogen ecosystem and CCUS , utilising TNB ’ s power plant assets . The objective is to
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generate green hydrogen fuel for power generation and intensify collaborative efforts to establish a green hydrogen ecosystem , offering cleaner energy solutions for Malaysia and international markets .
The Outlook Towards 2050
According to IRENA ’ s Malaysia Energy Transition Outlook 2003 , a significant shift in Malaysia ’ s fuel demand is expected by 2050 . Approximately onefifth of the demand for fuels in the 1.5- S scenario will be renewable-based , including bioenergy , renewable directuse ( e . g ., solar thermal ), and hydrogen . This marks a substantial increase from the current one per cent reliance on renewables . The report envisions electricity constituting up to 40 per cent of final energy consumption , driven by the increased demand for electricity in the transport sector and green hydrogen production .
To explore alternatives to continued fossil fuel reliance in power generation , the report outlines two highly decarbonised pathways for the Malaysian power system : a 100 per cent renewables system ( 1.5-S
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RE100 ) and one around 90 per cent renewable , with the remainder relying on carbon capture and storage ( 1.5- S RE90 ). These scenarios showcase potential approaches to achieve a low-carbon system based on available technology . Solar PV is a key component in all scenarios , requiring significant expansion and a substantial increase in battery storage , reaching around 21 GW by 2050 in the 100 per cent renewables case .
Energy storage deployment will be substantial , particularly in Sabah and Peninsular Malaysia . In Sarawak , hydropower reservoirs serve as storage , eliminating the need for other technologies . This has implications for spinning reserves , where both hydropower and storage can meet 10 per cent of the load without fossil-fuelbased provision .
Bioenergy is expected to contribute around 16 per cent to Malaysia ’ s energy transition by 2050 , primarily as biofuel for aviation and as a substitute for fossil fuels in sectors such as iron and steel , and cement . Strengthening
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