Newsletter Q1 2015 - OurSphere

1 ST QUARTER 2015
Q1 2015
CEO MESSAGE
“Actions speak louder than
words.”
I am always a huge believer of the
above statement. With this in mind,
we started 2015 with the GreenTech
Awards (GTA), which saw our
organising team working tirelessly
to stage the grand black-tie event.
The event was an enormous success
and received much applause from
all the guests. Congratulations to the
organising team, comprising Tengku
Loreta who was the organising
chairman, Woon, Devika, Eziana,
Budiotomo, Nursyahida and the team
who worked with a tight deadline
to make the GreenTech Awards Gala
Dinner a highly celebrated event.
The GTA paid tribute to Malaysia’s
Top 30 Green Catalysts who have had
significant environmental, economic
and social impact in expanding the
country’s green technology sector.
Prominent personalities in the field
such as Gurmit Singh, Chairman of the
Centre for Environment, Technology
and Development Malaysia (CETDEM),
Ruth Yeoh, Executive Director of YTL
Corporation, Tan Sri Datuk Eddy
Chen, Managing Director of MKH
Berhad and Puan Sri To’ Puan Datuk
Shariffa Binti Syed Akil, President of
Pertubuhan Pelindung Khazanah Alam
Malaysia (PEKA) graced the event.
Through honouring past and present
successes, the GTA aims to be a source
of inspiration for future generations.
The success of GTA now has to inspire
us to venture boldly into delivering
similar successes in all our flagships.
We are also pleased to be partnering
with Malaysian Exhibition Services
Sdn. Bhd. (MES) to organise the
upcoming IGEM 2015 which is
scheduled to be held from 9th -12th
September. This marks the 6th edition
and it is worth noting how IGEM has
grown with last year recording a total
participation of 357 exhibitors from
across 20 countries showcasing their
latest green technology products and
services at 616 booths and attracting
over 49,000 visitors from around the
world.
IGEM 2015 was officially launched on
11th March by the Deputy Minister of
Energy, Green Technology and Water,
Dato’ Seri DiRaja Mahdzir bin Khalid
with the theme “Powering the Green
Economy”. This year’s theme reflects the
constant need to aggressively promote
and empower the green economy in
Malaysia and across ASEAN. This year,
we are targeting 400 exhibitors and
50,000 visitors from across the globe.
Working hard collectively with MES, we
have to ensure that this year’s IGEM will
be an even greater success.
Taking a quick glimpse back into 2014,
I am happy to share with all of you
that our annual performance index for
the company rose from 47% to 82%.
I would like to take this opportunity
to congratulate my entire team at
GreenTech Malaysia for achieving
these amazing numbers. That said,
we should not be complacent with
our achievement; we must continue
to ride on the momentum and strive
towards achieving 100% in 2015.
On top of that, last year we finalised
work on the Electric Mobility
Blueprint (EMB) and this year we are
targeting its publication. The EMB will
provide a comprehensive framework
for the development of the electric
vehicle (EV) sector and supporting
ecosystem in Malaysia. The EMB aims
to fast-track Malaysia’s transformation
into a global electric mobility
marketplace and propel Malaysia
forward in both sustainable practices
as well as economic development.
These will be achieved by encouraging
public engagement and private
ownership of EVs through financial
incentives, implementing regulatory
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support to encourage EV usage and by
creating a holistic EV ecosystem and
economy.
As we speak, the blueprint is currently
being circulated for its final review
and I am sure all of you are as excited
as I am to share our many months of
effort with the rest of the world.
As we step into 2015, we must be
reminded of our collective objective
– driving the nation’s green agenda.
Let us ensure that our actions speak
louder than our words and in turn, let
us continue to inspire action in others.
Sincerely,
Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris
31st March 2015
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THE GREENTECH AWARDS
Group photo: His Highness Crown Prince of Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj (Centre) accompanied by: [From Left] Y.Bhg. Puan Sri To’ Puan Datuk Shariffa Sabrina binti Syed
Akil, President of Pertubuhan Pelindung Khazanah Alam Malaysia (PEKA); Tan Cheng Li, Environment Editor of The Star; Dato’ Sri Noor Rashid bin Ibrahim, Deputy Inspector-General of Polis Diraja Malaysia
(PDRM); Ar. Von Kok Leong, Member (Chair) of GreenBuildingIndex Sdn. Bhd.; Datuk Loo Took Gee, Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water (KeTTHA); Y.Bhg. Dato’ Paduka
Professor (Dr.) Ir. Hj. Keizrul bin Abdullah, Chairman of Malaysian Green Technology Corporation (GreenTech Malaysia); Reza Mutalib, General Manager of Tan Chong Motors Sdn. Bhd.; Y.Bhg Dato’ Nor Hisham
Ahmad Dahlan,Yang Di-Pertua of Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya (MPSJ); Gurmit Singh, President of Centre for Environment, Technology and Development Malaysia (CETDEM); and Ruth Yeoh Pei Cheen,
Executive Director of YTL Corporation Berhad
The 29th January 2015 was a
memorable day for all of us at
GreenTech Malaysia. After weeks of
hard work, planning and organising,
we finally rolled out the red carpet at
the Majestic Hotel in Kuala Lumpur
to welcome guests and friends from
around the country to celebrate and
honour Malaysia’s Top 30 Green
Catalysts for 2014, comprising
individuals and organisations who
have had significant environmental,
economic and social impact in
expanding the country’s sustainability
sector.
technology sector in order to achieve
the nation’s green agenda.
While honouring past achievements,
the GreenTech Awards also aim
to inspire the next generation to
emulate these role models and aspire
to become future green catalysts.
As mentioned by Ir. Ahmad Hadri,
Chief Executive Officer of GreenTech
Malaysia, “For while they are the
youth of today, they will be the leaders
of tomorrow taking over the baton
from us to continue to champion our
national green agenda.”
The ceremony began with the Hands
of Percussions troupe, who thrilled
the attendees with their powerful
opening act featuring drums and
We were indeed very honoured to
have His Highness Crown Prince of
Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah Ibni
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj
grace our awards ceremony, joining
the 620 notable sustainability leaders
from across various sectors including
the Energy, Building, Transport, Water
and Waste Management.
This year, the GreenTech Awards
comprised two categories,
Personalities and Corporations,
acknowledging the many efforts put in
by both individuals and organisations
who are committed to ensuring
Malaysia’s long-term ecological
sustainability and growing the green
Performance by Poova, Best New Artist at AIM 2014
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Soprano performance by Syafinaz Selamat
slick movements, following which,
a seven course dinner was served.
The audience were then treated to
soulful music by Poova who charmed
the crowd with her acoustic jazz
renditions of Taylor Swift’s Shake It
Off, Alicia Key’s Empire State of Mind
and also Poova’s very own, Hello,
among others. The performances for
the night also included an enchanting
classical repertoire by renowned Datuk
Ramli Ibrahim and the Sutra Dance
Theatre, as well as a dazzling soprano
performance by Syafinaz Selamat.
Between performances, Malaysia’s
Top 30 Green Catalysts were invited
on to the stage where they received
their awards from His Highness Crown
Prince of Selangor, Tengku Amir
Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris
Shah Alhaj and GreenTech Malaysia’s
Chairman, Y.Bhg. Dato’ Paduka
Professor (Dr.) Ir. Hj. Keizrul bin
Abdullah and GreenTech Malaysia’s
Special Advisor, Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Peter
Chin Fah Kui.
As the curtains drew on the gala
event, guests were seen eagerly
congratulating the award recipients,
catching up with old friends and
making new ones. The team at
GreenTech Malaysia who made all
this happen, were finally able to
breathe a collective sigh of relief
at accomplishing what must be
considered one of the major highlights
in the first quarter of 2015.
Classical dance performance by renowned Datuk Ramli Ibrahim and the Sutra Dance Theatre
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The GreenTech Awards (Con’t)
The GreenTech Awards trophy’s
multifaceted surface was custom
designed to represent the diverse
sectors and aspects that form
an integral part of Malaysia’s
Green Technology movement. It
signifies the wide-ranging forms
of green technology that are fastevolving, driven by passion and
innovation within the industry.
Meanwhile, the asymmetrical
sides of the trophy, which merge
and intersect at varying points
and angles, epitomises the
continuous need for dynamic
collaborations and partnerships
to achieve our national green
agenda.
[From Left] Y.A.D Tengku Dato’ Setia Ramli Alhaj Bin Tengku Dato’ Shahruddin Shah Alhaj, Special
Advisor for GreenTech Awards; Y.Bhg. Dato’ Paduka Prof. (Dr.) Ir. Hj. Keizrul bin Abdullah, Chairman of
GreenTech Malaysia; Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Peter Chin Fah Kui, Special Advisor of GreenTech Malaysia;
Tengku Loreta, Chairperson of the GreenTech Awards and Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris
The multifaceted surface is
held together in a solid yet
sleek structure, representing
the unwavering focus and
commitment of Malaysia’s Green
Catalysts towards accelerating
the Green Technology industry to
the next level.
Overall, the multi-coloured
trophy symbolises the
Green Technology industry
itself – vibrant with limitless
possibilities and exciting growth
potential.
[From Left] Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Datuk Danny Ooi; Y.Bhg. Dato’ Michael Tio, Chief Executive Officer of PKT
Logistics Group and wife; Y.Bhg. Datuk Wira Jalilah Baba, Board member of GreenTech Malaysia and
Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris
The exclusive GreenTech Awards Trophy
[Photo on right] Ruth Yeoh Pei Cheen [far right],
Executive Director
YTL Corporation Berhad with guests
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MALAYSIA’S TOP 30 GREEN CATALYSTS
Award recipients – Corporations
Polis DiRaja Malaysia
For being the role model to other
Government agencies, and being the
first to publish and adopt the Green
Practices and Green Technology
Application Blueprint.
Gurmit Singh, Chairman of Centre for Environment, Technology and Development Malaysia (CETDEM)
Award recipients – Personalities
Gurmit Singh
Centre for Environment, Technology and
Development Malaysia (CETDEM)
The first President of Environmental
Protection Society of Malaysia
(established in 1974) and served
the Society for 20 years. A renowned
environmental activist who diligently
walks the talk.
Ruth Yeoh Pei Cheen
YTL Corporation Berhad
Instrumental in establishing the
Sustainability Division within YTL
Group, and for her active roles in
promoting better awareness on impact
of climate change and sustainability
across the region.
Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Datuk Eddy Chen
MKH Berhad
The driving force behind MKH Berhad
and a strong advocator of greencertified homes. Played a significant
role in promoting green initiative
within REHDA.
plans that encourage further growth
within the sector.
Linda Archibald
The Malaysian Reserve
A strong advocate of Malaysia’s green
agenda, constantly providing indepth analysis on the challenges and
opportunities faced in transforming
Malaysia into a Green Community.
Che Wan Mohd Badrul Amin bin Che
Wan Alias
Berita Harian
A prolific writer who has been quick to
realise the crucial need for Malaysia to
migrate to electric mobility.
Y.Bhg Puan Sri To’ Puan Datuk
Shariffa Sabrina Binti Syed Akil
Pertubuhan Pelindung Khazanah Alam
Malaysia (PEKA)
A strong advocate of the environment,
and for her tireless efforts and
commitment to sustain mother nature
and the environment.
Tan Cheng Li
The Star
A passionate environmentalist
who since 2000 has been writing
compelling reports on topical issues,
raising public awareness on the state
of our environment and to encourage
Malaysians to adopt sustainable
practices.
Puteri Nur Alia binti Mohd Jasin
RTM
A strong supporter of green technology
with a particular focus on policies and
Y.Bhg Puan Sri To’ Puan Datuk Shariffa Sabrina Binti Syed Akil
Pertubuhan Pelindung Khazanah Alam Malaysia (PEKA)
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GreenBuildingIndex Sdn. Bhd.
A key driving force in transforming
Malaysian buildings to be more
eco-friendly, and for achieving the
significant milestone of 100 million
square feet of certified green buildings.
Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya
An exemplary city council with a clear
vision to transform into a Green City by
2030, and for implementing significant
actions within the Low Carbon Cities
Framework and Assessment System.
Tan Chong Motors Sdn. Bhd.
A key catalyst for Malaysia’s Electric
Mobility market for having introduced
Nissan Leaf, Renault’s Zoe, Twizzy and
Fluence, and playing an instrumental
role in building Malaysia’s EV charging
stations and network.
Maybank Berhad
A strong partner of the Green
Technology Financing Scheme, funding
16 green projects amounting to RM245
million as at end of 2014.
Bandar Eco-Setia Sdn. Bhd.
A pioneer in developing sustainable
townships, and being the first to design
and develop homes with solar buildingintegrated photovoltaics, surrounded
by eco-friendly landscaping.
Panasonic Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
A strong supporter of the IGEM, and a
key innovator in promoting green living
by providing Malaysians with energy
efficient electrical appliances and the
eco-friendly PanaHome series.
Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad
For its bold initiative to incorporate
solar photovoltaic technology at the
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
(KLIA) and incorporating green
features at KLIA2.
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MALAYSIA’S TOP 30 GREEN CATALYSTS [con’t]
PenjanaBebas
Instrumental in initiating the Green
School Campaign, and enabling solar
photovoltaic systems to be installed
at more than 100 schools around the
country.
Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad
A strong promoter of Islamic financing
for Green Technology, and a catalyst
in enabling green projects with 16
projects amounting to RM191 million
as at end 2014.
Malaysian Resources Corporation
Berhad
A leading proponent of sustainable
commercial buildings meeting
international green standards,
particularly within the KL Sentral area.
Gading Kencana Sdn. Bhd.
A role model renewable energy
services company that was first to
make a foray into the solar lighting
market, and subsequently made
headway into large-scale solar PV
systems with MegaWatt installations.
KFM Holdings Sdn. Bhd.
A solution provider for a green, smart
and connected built environment.
Played an instrumental role in
transforming Malaysia’s Prime Minister
Office building into a Platinum rated
Green Building.
Harta Maintenance Sdn. Bhd.
A total solutions provider for building
maintenance that has been committed
for over 30 years to strictly use only
green products that protect and
promote a sustainable environment.
Dato’ Seri Ong Ah Haw from Malaysian Solar Resources Sdn. Bhd. receiving the GreenTech Trophy from GreenTech Malaysia Special
Advisor, Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Peter Chin Fah Kui
PKT Logistics Group Sdn. Bhd.
A Malaysian logistics service
provider for the renewable energy
sector, extending efficient and
sustainable supply chain solutions to
manufacturers and importers.
Tenaga Nasional Berhad
The national utility has been a vital
facilitator in the growth of renewable
energy and application of green
technology. A key enabler of the Feedin-Tariff (FiT) scheme.
Malakoff Corporation Berhad
Promotes renewable energy via its
Macarthur wind farm, the largest wind
farm in the Southern Hemisphere, and
encourages energy efficiency through
its Energy Expert Series as well as
other CSR programmes.
Malaysian Solar Resources Sdn. Bhd.
A growing local solar manufacturer
since 2007, and a proven role model for
other Malaysian green entrepreneurs.
Yusop Rashid from Malakoff Corporation Berhad receiving the GreenTech Trophy from GreenTech Malaysia Special Advisor, Y.Bhg. Tan Sri
Peter Chin Fah Kui
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Cypark Resources Berhad
An early adopter and promoter of
renewable energy under the Feedin-Tariff scheme, while rehabilitating
landfills through the establishment of
solar power plants in these areas.
Dato’ Daud Ahmad from Cypark Resources Berhad receiving
the GreenTech Trophy from GreenTech Malaysia Special Advisor,
Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Peter Chin Fah Kui
Syngas Sdn. Bhd.
A dynamic company focussed on
developing economical and viable
ways to convert waste produce
into commercially usable products
such as petroleum, diesel, kerosene,
naphthalene, ethanol and methanol.
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MTHPI ENDORSES EMB AND GTMP
FRAMEWORKS
2020
144,590
green jobs
MTHPI’s Objective
Established in 2010, Majlis Teknologi
Hijau Negara & Perubahan Iklim
(MTHPI) formulates policies to facilitate
the implementation of the National
Green Technology Policy (NGTP). It
also evaluates the effectiveness of
the programmes and climate change
initiatives being undertaken through the
NGTP at the national level.
Rate of growth
The Prime Minister said the number
of green jobs created in Malaysia had
increased by 38 per cent, from 61,280
in 2013 to 84,565 last year. The number
of green jobs are expected to increase
to 144,590 by 2020, growing on to
211,500 by 2030 should the national
green agenda continue to be given
priority.
211,500
green jobs
Gross domestic products
Over and above this, green businesses
are expected to contribute RM22.4
billion to gross domestic products
(GDP) by 2020, potentially rising to
RM60 billion by 2030, with strong
commitment to facilitate growth in the
green sector.
2020
Impact of Green
Technology
Following the MTPHI meeting on 25th
February 2015, the media reported on
Prime Minister, Y.A.B. Dato’ Sri Mohd
Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak‘s
comments that climate change and
global warming are not to be viewed
lightly.
to
2030
RM22.4b
GDP
to
2030
RM60b
GDP
GreenTech Malaysia’s Role
GreenTech Malaysia successfully
supported the Ministry of Energy, Green
Technology and Water, (KeTTHA) by
developing and preparing the Green
Technology Master Plan (GTMP) and
the Electric Mobility Blueprint (EMB).
During the MTHPI, KeTTHA tabled
the GTMP while GreenTech Malaysia
presented the EMB, both of which have
been approved.
In preparation, GreenTech Malaysia
previewed the GTMP’s framework
to an audience representing various
stakeholders and sectors including
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those from KeTTHA, Maybank
Investment Bank Berhad, Sustainable
Energy Development Authority, Waste
Management Association of Malaysia,
National Water Services Commission,
the Performance Management &
Delivery Unit and Majlis Bandaraya
Petaling Jaya on 29th August. The
dialogue and feedback provided by the
stakeholders were incorporated into the
GTMP framework as presented.
In developing the EMB, significant
efforts were placed in comprehensively
reviewing the nation’s current
transportation resources, requirements
and environmental impact.
“Climate change and global
warming are not to be
viewed lightly.”
Y.A.B. Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib
bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak
In addition to this, substantial studies
were also conducted to review
successful EV adoption strategies that
have been rolled out in countries such
as Amsterdam, Kingdom of Netherlands;
Los Angeles, United States of America
and Norway. These countries were
selected based on their status as leaders
of electric mobility.
With the endorsement of the MHTPI,
both the GTMP and the EMB will be
further reviewed by relevant ministries
prior to being presented to the
Cabinet.
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IGEM 2015 GEARS UP
“Malaysia’s ultimate goal is
to position itself as a green
technology hub for the
ASEAN region. This year’s
theme reflects the constant
need to aggressively
promote and empower the
green economy in Malaysia
and across ASEAN.”
Y.B. Dato’ Seri DiRaja
Mahdzir bin Khalid
The first step to the International
Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition
and Conference Malaysia 2015 (IGEM
2015) was taken recently with the
official announcement on 11th March
2015.
Held for the sixth consecutive year,
IGEM 2015 is organised by the Ministry
of Energy, Green Technology and
Water (KeTTHA) in collaboration with
GreenTech Malaysia and Malaysian
Exhibition Services Sdn. Bhd.(MES).
Themed “Powering the Green
Economy”, IGEM 2015 will be held at
the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
from 9th to 12th September this year.
Y.B. Dato’ Seri DiRaja Mahdzir bin
Khalid, Deputy Minister of Energy,
Green Technology and Water,
was on hand to make the official
announcement, where guests including
Government officials and leaders from
the green technology industry as well
as representatives from embassies
and chambers of commerce, were
briefed on the various sub-events lined
up to engage industry players and
stakeholders to address key issues of
green economic policy, public goals and
corporate best practices.
This year’s IGEM will also play host
to two unique sub-events, the Green
Financing Conference in collaboration
with Islamic Banking and Finance
Institute of Malaysia (IBFIM) on 9th
[Left to right] Datuk Loo Took Gee, Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water; Y.Bhg. Dato’ Paduka
Professor (Dr.) Ir. Hj. Keizrul bin Abdullah, Chairman of GreenTech Malaysia; Y.B. Dato’ Seri DiRaja Mahdzir bin Khalid, Deputy Minister of
Energy, Green Technology and Water with Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris
September and the E-Mobilia World
(Eco Efficient Electric) in collaboration
with Koelnmesse Ptd. Ltd. for two days
from 10th September.
ASEAN pavilions from Korea,
Singapore, Taiwan and Japan alongside
the Malaysian states pavilion are also
set to be featured. Other sub-events
will include MATRADE International
Business Matching Session, Green
Career Matchmaking, Exhibitor’s
Reception and Green Insights.
Over the years, IGEM has grown from
strength to strength, with last year’s
event recording participation from
357 exhibitors taking up some 616
exhibition booths from across 20
countries and attracting over 49,000
visitors from around the world. These
statistics clearly demonstrate the
significant role IGEM continues to play
as the region’s largest green technology
platform.
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MES FOR IGEM 2015
On 14th January, GreenTech
Malaysia appointed MES as
our strategic partner to coorganise IGEM 2015. With
the partnership, we are
confident that MES will be able
to offer fresh ideas and new
perspectives that will ensure
IGEM 2015 exceeds its previous
benchmarks.
Incorporated in 1980, MES, the
largest exhibition organiser
in Malaysia and a pioneer in
this field, was selected based
on its vast experience in
organising successful and wellattended, business-generating
international exhibitions. Some
of MES’s highly acclaimed
works include the ASCOPE 85
conference and exhibition for
The Asean Council On Petroleum
(ASCOPE) which was managed
on behalf of PETRONAS, the
UK Today exhibition for the
British High Commission in
September 1998 which was
held in conjunction with Queen
Elizabeth’s visit to Malaysia
and the 2nd Malaysia Oil and
Gas Services Exhibition and
Conference (MOGSEC) in 2014.
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GreenTech Malaysia in Collaboration
with Malaysian Institute of Planners
[Left to right] Tuan Haji Md Nazri Mohd
Noordin, President of Malaysian Institute
of Planners with Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris.
Witnessing the ceremony is Y.Bhg. Datuk
Harjeet Singh, Deputy Secretary General,
(Green Technology and Water) Ministry of
Energy, Green Technology and Water
With global environment
concerns at an all-time
high, we have arrived at a
time where sustainability is
no longer an option, it is an
imperative.
This summarises the core objective of
the Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) signed between GreenTech
Malaysia and Malaysian Institute of
Planners (MIP) on 20th March.
Specifically, the MoU will see the
implementation of the Low Carbon
Cities Framework & Assessment (LCCF)
at all 149 municipalities in Malaysia by
2020. This initiative looks to rampup efforts in encouraging sustainable
practices across the country in line
with the Government’s efforts to
effectively reduce up to 40% emission
intensity of GDP by 2020, from the base
year of 2005.
Throughout the partnership,
GreenTech Malaysia’s primary role will
be to provide advice and assistance to
its strategic partners and to monitor all
national data pertinent to the carbon
calculator.
On MIP’s part, the organisation will
fast-track the implementation of the
LCCF in local councils through the
development of individual roadmaps,
action plans and technical trainings.
Currently, four municipalities, namely,
Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya, Majlis
Perbandaran Subang Jaya, Majlis
Perbandaran Hang Tuah Jaya and
the Iskandar Regional Development
Authority are implementing the LCCF.
This MoU will focus on seven other
councils that have been identified to
also implement the framework this
year to further enhance the LCCF
initiative. The seven councils include
Majlis Perbandaran Seberang Perai,
Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur,
Majlis Bandaraya Ipoh, Majlis
Perbandaran Kuantan, Majlis
Perbandaran Kota Bahru, Dewan
Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu and
Dewan Bandaraya Kuching Utara.
GreenTech Malaysia is excited to
be partnering with MIP on this
noteworthy agenda to create a
sustainable environment for our
future generations.
[Left to right] Tuan Haji Md Nazri Mohd Noordin, President of Malaysian Institute of Planners signing the MoU with Ir. Ahmad Hadri
Haris witnessed by Y.Bhg. Datuk Harjeet Singh, Deputy Secretary General, (Green Technology and Water) Ministry of Energy, Green
Technology and Water
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Bright Individuals for a Bright Future
“Out of 62 candidates,
eleven managed to score
148 and above, or above
the 98th percentile, which is
the qualifying mark to join
Mensa.”
IQ, or Intelligence Quotient, as defined
by Oxford Dictionaries is a number
representing a person’s reasoning
ability (measured using problemsolving tests) as compared to the
statistical norm.
IQ tests in today’s world are
synonymous with Mensa, a leading
testing body, which literally means
“table” in Latin, a round-table society,
where race, colour, creed, nationality,
age, politics, educational or social
background are irrelevant; it is a society
for bright people, the only qualification
for membership is a high IQ.
Recently some 62 staff of GreenTech
Malaysia underwent a Mensa test,
and we could not be any prouder
when the test results came back. Out
of 62 candidates, eleven managed to
score 148 and above, or above the 98th
percentile, which is the qualifying mark
to join Mensa. This works out to be
17.7% of the GreenTech team, which is
truly impressive.
Even more noteworthy is that six
candidates in the group scored 160
and above, this subgroup has exhibited
very high analytical and logical skills,
and GreenTech is proud that these
bright individuals are in our midst and
in positions where their skills are fully
tapped and utilised.
Here is a link where you can go to do the
test online: https://www.mensa.org/
workout.
In as much importance that IQ has
been highlighted all along let us also
not forget its close sibling, EQ, or
Emotional Quotient which is equally
salient, in today’s society. Emotional
intelligence is the capacity to be aware
of, control and express one’s emotions,
and handle interpersonal relationships
judiciously and empathetically (Oxford
Dictionaries).
EQ enables us to use feelings to boost
and complement our IQ. As individuals,
our success depends on our ability to
read other people’s signals and react
appropriately to them. This applies
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even more so in an organisation
such as GreenTech Malaysia where
a large portion of our task involves
collaborating with various stakeholders,
fielding opinions and aligning ideas to
push the nation’s green agenda.
There are numerous sources where
we can read up more on emotional
intelligence. For the curious ones among
us, click http://psychology.about.com/
library/quiz/bl_eq_quiz.htm and get a
peek into your inner landscape.
With IQ and EQ being popular
measurements through the last century,
the concept of Spiritual Quotient (SQ) is
also fast gaining traction. SQ is described
as a measure of a person’s spiritual
intelligence. Human beings have six
senses and spirituality is the ability
to recognize that there is intelligence
beyond six senses. MySkillsProfile
describes SQ as the intelligence that
creates and governs everything within
and beyond the worlds we know.
For the curious, click http://www.
myskillsprofile.com/instructions/sqq.
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Best Employees for 2014
How did you feel on winning
the “Best Employee 2014”
award?
It’s been 2 years and 6 months since
I joined GreenTech Malaysia on 18th
June 2012. The journey holds a lot of
memories, but to get the Best Employee
2014 award is the sweetest among
those memories. Being appreciated is
the best feeling after all the hard work
and commitment I put in 2014.
Ahmad Hadri as the mastermind
•Introduced two business
opportunities to GreenTech Malaysia
and executed programmes to
generate market demand and
revenue for the company
•Completed the GreenDC Kit project
with exceptional results
•Became the team leader for the
champion go-kart team; Lightning
Bolt
What advice do you have for
your fellow colleagues?
Be respectful, keep learning and being
passionate is the key to keep you
moving forward. Do not procrastinate
and always ask the right person if you
are stuck or lost. Love your parents and
family, insyaAllah, what you do are in
barakah and rahmah.
Tell us about your experience
driving an EV for a month.
EVs are perfectly suited for an urban
citizen’s daily commute from home to
office. On the road, the Renault Zoe is
well-mannered and, like most electric
cars, provides a comparatively soothing
driving experience. The Zoe operates
smoothly and quietly, whether under
acceleration, while coasting or in
regenerative braking mode.
What are your proudest
contributions in the past
year?
•Successfully secured funds and a
data centre partner who assisted in
setting up one of the market testing
sites for the Green ICT project “ECO2”,
of course with the help of our CEO, Ir.
How did you feel on winning
the “Best Employee 2014”
award?
Of course, I was happy to receive this title
after a year with GreenTech Malaysia
and it was my aim after Mr Azam got it
last year. I made it a personal target to
achieve, and with the support of all my
other colleagues and from perseverance
as well. I believe with sincerity and
passion, my work has encouraged me to
be the best that I can be and I am still
improving from day to day.
What advice do you have for
your fellow colleagues?
As our CEO always stresses “8 ingredients
to be great – Passion, Work, Focus, Push,
Ideas, Improve, Serve, and Persist.”
What are your proudest
contributions in the past year?
Not really proudest contribution to the
company, but personally, I am proud
to be the best female shooter during
our paintball-team building session...
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“Be respectful, keep
learning and being
passionate is the key to
keep you moving forward.”
Full name
Amir Hamzah Mansor
Designation
Analyst, Green Ventures
Hahaha... As mentioned previously,
I don’t have much to say about my
proudest contribution per se, but as
always, I do my work according to the
instructions given by my superior. If he
is happy, I am much happier.
Tell us about your experience
driving an EV for a month.
Personally, I would say it is cool and
stylo. It is easier to drive compared to
my usual car because I use a manual
one. But I still love my own car...
Hehehe... Besides that, the EV is so quiet.
Other advantages include saving the
environment by omitting zero CO2 and
also savings in terms of petrol costs. My
“Passion, Work, Focus,
family was also very interested to try
the EV, especially my youngest brother. A Push, Ideas, Improve,
huge thank you to the management who Serve, and Persist.”
has graciously allowed me to use it for a
month. It was indeed a good experience
and exposure for me.
Full name
Nur Sarah Mohd Ali
Designation
Special Officer, Administration
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Congratulations to our colleagues
Tiny Tot
Little One’s Name
Sofea Aryana
Date of Birth
31st December 2014
Congratulations to the
proud mommy,
Siti Nashroh Bt Shaari!
Significant Other
tied the knot
14th March 2015
Congratulations to the newlyweds,
Nur Fatihwahida Jaafar &
Muhammad Nafis Md Tahir!
Significant Other
tied the knot
21st March 2015
Congratulations to the newlyweds,
Nadia Abdul Rahman &
Mohd Akmal Arif Bin Azmi!
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Getting To Know Your Colleagues
What do you want to be
called, i.e., nicknames or short
forms?
Everybody calls me, “Andrew”.... My last
nickname was in high school when my
American football team mates called
me, “Chin Strap” for the strap used on a
football helmet.
Where did you study and
which field of study did you
major in?
I attended business school at the
University of California.
“Iron-man! Billionaire, cool
gadgets, and nice cars....
need I say more?”
What is your name and
designation? And which
department are you attached
to?
My name is Andrew Chin, my
designation is Associate Consultant.
I report to Mr. Woon in overlooking
the business generating portfolio in
GreenTech Malaysia.
“I want to be Spiderwoman
- although as far as I know
only Spiderman exists
today. ”
What is your name and
designation? And which
department are you attached
to?
My name is Farah Azira binti Sidek. My
position is Executive Assistant to CEO.
When did you start working
with GreenTech Malaysia?
15th January 2015
What/Who do you turn to for
motivation/inspiration?
As a huge basketball fan I get a lot of
inspiration from Michael Jordan’s life
story, achievements and his top plays.
How do you spend your free
time?
I play basketball every weekend (I
wish I could play every day!!) and try
to hit the gym a few times in a week.
Other than that I do my fair share of
household chores.
What green initiatives do you
practise personally, either at
home or at work?
After frying food, I will use newspaper
to soak up the cooking oil instead of
pouring the oil into the sink.
If you could be a superhero
for a day, which superhero
would you want to be? And
why?
Iron-man! Billionaire, cool gadgets, and
nice cars.... need I say more?
What do you want to be
called, i.e., nicknames or short
forms?
When I was in secondary school, most
people will call me Azie. In GreenTech, I
would love to be called Azira or Zira.
How do you spend your free
time?
I love spending my free time with my
family or close friends. Also, I spend
my free time playing badminton, gokarting, or exercising at the gym.
Where did you study and
which field of study did you
major in?
I studied Business Administration at
Lim Kok Wing University (LUCT).
What green initiatives do you
practise personally, either at
home or at work?
Whether at home or at work, I prefer to
use recycled paper to print. Apart from
that, I always support Earth Hour that
takes place once a year.
When did you start working
with GreenTech Malaysia?
2nd February 2015
What/Who do you turn to for
motivation/inspiration?
My father is my source of inspiration.
I am proud of his high spirits,
determination, and his hard work to
become who he is today.
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If you could be a superhero
for a day, which superhero
would you want to be? And
why?
If I could be a superhero for a day, I
want to be Spiderwoman - although
as far as I know only Spiderman exists
today. This is because I’m a helpful
person and Spiderman is known as a
protector of people who are unable to
protect themselves even if it could cost
him his life.
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Getting To Know Your Colleagues
What do you want to be
called, i.e., nicknames or short
forms?
Ida
Where did you study and
which field of study did you
major in?
LLB (Hons) from University of Reading,
United Kingdom
When did you start working
with GreenTech Malaysia?
11th March 2015
“Superman – so I can know
what it feels like to fly.”
What is your name and
designation? And which
department are you attached
to?
My name is Syuhida Silmi and my
designation is Senior Executive, Public
Affairs and Business Development.
What/Who do you turn to for
motivation/inspiration?
Engaging conversations with my
father – I pick his brain on all the latest
current issues and on life.
READING CORNER
Goodyear has found a new
way to power electric cars:
The tyres!
Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Company
has unveiled a concept product, called
BHO3, that “offers the possibility of
charging the batteries of electric cars
by transforming the heat generated
by the rolling tyre into electrical
energy.”
The company also announced a
new tyre called “triple tube,” which
automatically adjusts its own air
pressure based on road conditions.
How do you spend your free
time?
In my free time I like to surround
myself and meet up with friends or
acquaintances from different job
industries so that I can constantly learn
something new, aside from my personal
reading.
What green initiatives do you
practise personally, either at
home or at work?
I recycle paper and plastic bottles. I
always print double-sided at all times.
If you could be a superhero
for a day, which superhero
would you want to be? And
why?
Superman – so I can know what it feels
like to fly.
Charging with tyres!
Original article from Money CNN:
http://cnnmon.ie/1BpU3A3.
Goodyear said the specially made
tyres can generate electricity during
normal driving conditions.
The technology aims to address
an obstacle faced by electric car
companies like Tesla: the limited
range of their vehicles before needing
a recharge.
Goodyear made the announcement at
the 85th Geneva International Motor
Show.
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reading corner (Con’t)
Elon Musk: It will be
‘impossible to run out
of range’ in a Tesla, selfdriving features coming in
2015
Range anxiety is the bane of the
electric car, it’s the scenario where
the car’s electric power source, the
battery, is running dangerously low.
So, how does it work?
Two key software updates to the
Model S sedan are currently in beta
testing with Tesla owners.
A fully transparent solar
cell that could make every
window and screen a
power source!
Researchers at Michigan State
University have created a fully
transparent solar concentrator, which
could turn any window or sheet of
glass (like your smartphone’s screen)
into a photovoltaic solar cell.
Unlike other “transparent” solar
cells that we’ve reported on in the
past, this one really is transparent,
as you can see in the photos
throughout this story. According to
Richard Lunt, who led the research,
the team is confident that the
transparent solar panels can be
efficiently deployed in a wide range
of settings, from “tall buildings
with lots of windows or any kind of
mobile device that demands high
aesthetic quality like a phone or
e-reader.”
The researchers are confident that
the technology can be scaled all
the way from large industrial and
commercial applications, down to
consumer devices, while remaining
“affordable.” So far, one of the larger
barriers to large-scale adoption of
The first is a “range assurance”
application which communicates
with Tesla’s Supercharger network
and warns you if you’re in danger of
running out of range, then finds the
closest Supercharger.
solar power is the intrusive and ugly
nature of solar panels — obviously, if
we can produce large amounts of solar
power from sheets of glass and plastic
that look like normal sheets of glass
and plastic, then that would be big!
Exciting days ahead!
Original article from Off Grid Quest.
For full story: http://bit.ly/1GUH2hT.
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The second is a trip planner, which
will integrate the Supercharger
network with the network of Model S
cars on the road and their navigation
systems.
Basically, a Model S will know where
it is, where the closest Supercharger
is at all times, and how much battery
charge it has remaining, as well
as how far it has to go to a given
destination.
Original article from Yahoo! Finance.
For full story: http://yhoo.it/1DsSKli.
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