ADVANCING JUST ENERGY TRANSITION
Malaysia ’ s Sustainable Energy Development Prospectus
31 inter-institutional coordination and developing a strategy that incorporates bioenergy into the energy transition is crucial , addressing sustainability and industrial concerns to scale up potential resources .
Hydrogen is poised to play a complementary role in Malaysia ’ s climate objectives . Green hydrogen is anticipated to comprise up to five per cent of total final consumption by 2050 in the 1.5-S scenario , contributing to decarbonising industrial sub-sectors and meeting the growing demand for green hydrogen in the Asia-Pacific region .
A Game Changer for Energy-intensive Industries
Transitioning to new and alternative energy sources is crucial , especially for challenging sectors like steel , cement , and iron production . These industries have long been major contributors to carbon emissions due to their energyintensive processes . Recognising the significance of adopting new energy solutions is key to achieving global climate objectives .
Many studies suggest that low carbon hydrogen is required for the emission avoidance in the hard-to-abate sectors such as metal and steel industry , oil and gas refining industry and the chemicals industry such as for ammonia and methanol production .
In sectors like steel manufacturing , where traditional methods heavily rely on carbon-intensive blast furnaces , exploring alternatives such as hydrogen-based direct reduction can substantially cut down carbon emissions . Similarly , the cement industry , known for its substantial carbon dioxide output , can benefit from adopting alternative materials and processes to reduce its environmental impact . Utilising bioenergy as a substitute for fossil fuels in sectors like iron and steel , as well as cement , can play a pivotal role in achieving both environmental sustainability and industrial efficiency . •
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