TENAGA NASIONAL EMBARKS ON INITIATIVE TO ELECTRIFY OPERATIONAL FLEET FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
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As the forefront energy company in Malaysia , Tenaga Nasional Berhad ( TNB ) has embraced a sustainability journey aimed at achieving net-zero emissions aspirations by 2050 , marking a bold step toward decarbonisation and Renewable Energy ( RE ).
This commitment to sustainability traces back to TNB ’ s strategic plan , “ Reimagining TNB ,” launched in 2016 . The plan encompasses initiatives across the electricity value chain , from transitioning power generation to cleaner sources to enhancing the Grid of the Future ( GoTF ) for more sustainable solutions . TNB also encourages consumer participation in the energy transition , including spurring the electric vehicle ( EV ) ecosystem .
A pivotal element in TNB ’ s journey is the Fleet Electrification Strategy , intensifying efforts to develop a low-carbon mobility ecosystem . The journey towards electrification commenced in 2012 with the introduction of the Toyota Prius into TNB ’ s fleet , signaling the company ’ s early steps into green technology adoption . Over time , TNB expanded its green fleet , incorporating Tesla Model S vehicles in 2016 .
The Fleet Management Department ( FMD ) under TNB Global Business Solutions ( TGBS ), recognised among the Top 20 Most Admired Shared Services Organizations ( SSOs ) & Global Business Services ( GBS ) in 2022 , has been instrumental in this transition . Managing an extensive fleet of 5,193 vehicles and comprising
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