Newsletter Q2 2015 - OurSphere

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2 nd QUARTER 2015
Q2 2015
CEO's MESSAGE
"It is the set of the sails, not the direction of the wind,
that determines which way we will go."
- Jim Rohn
The quote succinctly captures
the demands of an ever changing
landscape around us, both in terms
of our mind-set and commitment to
success. With the right approach, we
can turn every challenge into a new
opportunity.
At GreenTech Malaysia, we have
witnessed several changes in the
organisation in terms of our priorities
(flagships), people (new skills) and
processes (effectiveness). One of the
most significant change has been
our shift from being a not-for-profitorganisation to exploring commercial
ventures, which demands a mind-set
change across the organisation. As a
business entity, we will now have to
embrace a sense of urgency and adopt
a culture where maximising business
opportunities is paramount.
As we usher in these changes, we
warmly welcome Tan Sri Peter Chin
Fah Kui, our new Chairman, who takes
over the helm from Dato’ Paduka (Dr.)
Ir. Hj. Keizrul bin Abdullah. On behalf
of everyone at GreenTech Malaysia,
I extend our sincerest gratitude to
Dato' Keizrul for his able guidance
throughout his tenure and we wish
him all the very best in his future
endeavours.
In the recently announced 11th
Malaysia Plan, the government
has reiterated its commitment to
sustainable socio-economic growth in
identifying “Green Growth” as a key
strategic thrust.
With this, our mandate to push the
green agenda will be drawn into more
focus. Now, more than ever, we need
to strategise on how best to amplify
our current efforts to grow the
green economy through sustainable
practices and green developments.
Some examples of our focused actions
to drive business, are the recent
Electric Mobility (EM) initiatives. This
commenced with raising awareness
and understanding on the potential
of electric vehicles by fast tracking
the Electric Mobility Blueprint; this
document is currently awaiting
approval from the Cabinet and will be
officially launched later in the year.
Further to this, to encourage dialogue
and participation from various
Government agencies, industry
players and media, the team organised
Charge Up 1.0. We are also advancing
in our ambitious efforts to create an
eco-friendly Government fleet by
deploying 120 Tesla Model S 75D and
85 later this year.
Industry leaders across the globe have
acknowledged the disruptive qualities
of EM. Even in the face of doubt and
apprehension from certain quarters,
we need to be firm in our direction
and be tenacious in our efforts to
drive the necessary changes - whether
it is to change the mind-sets of people
GREENTECH MALAYSIA 2015
or to influence governmental policies.
This is a responsibility we need to
shoulder as the nation’s green catalyst.
Thus far, these efforts have been
effective with the buzz surrounding
EM in Malaysia being at an all-time
high. Now is the time to capitalise on
this excitement and deliver tangible
results through our commercial
ventures. We must replicate this
commitment and momentum across
all our flagships.
In June, we submitted the Green
Technology Master Plan (GTMP) to the
Ministry of Energy, Green Technology
and Water (KeTTHA) for their review
before it is submitted to the Cabinet
for approval. I would like to thank
everyone for working together in
preparing the GTMP.
With regards to our talent pool,
GreenTech Malaysia has added to the
talent and skills required to lead green
technology in Malaysia. I welcome
the new staff to our family, and trust
everyone will support each other as
we go forward to champion the green
agenda.
To borrow from an old sailing adage,
while the pessimist complains about
the wind and the optimist expects it
to change, the realist adjusts the sails.
Let us collectively adjust our sails to
the changing winds and accelerate
towards the nation’s green goals.
Sincerely,
Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris
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Unleashing our full potential
"I am certain that,
together, we can
further develop the
green technology
sector to become
an integral part of
Malaysia’s socioeconomic growth."
Tan Sri Peter Chin Fah Kui,
Chairman
Malaysia has come a long way since
identifying green technology as a
strategic engine for growth and
consequently introducing the National
Green Technology Policy 2009. The
very first Minister to helm the then
newly-formed Ministry of Energy, Green
Technology and Water (KeTTHA), Tan
Sri Peter Chin, attributes the success
of the Ministry to the belief that
everyone wants a better future where
we can prosper economically without
jeopardising the environment.
On the green technology front, Tan Sri
Peter Chin has been instrumental in the
holistic development of the country’s
green technology sector, including
the passing of key green policies,
formulation of various tax incentives to
promote the renewable energy sector
and the establishment of the Sustainable
Energy Development Authority.
Following his political tenure, Tan Sri
Peter Chin graciously accepted the
role of GreenTech Malaysia’s Special
Advisor in November 2013, providing
invaluable insights to lead the team
forward. When it was time to choose
the next Chairman, Tan Sri Peter Chin
became the natural choice for both
KeTTHA and GreenTech Malaysia’s
Board of Directors. He was officially
appointed as Chairman on 7th April
2015.
The Green Pulse team sat down with
Tan Sri Peter Chin to learn more about
his aspirations for the company and
our people.
“I will be working closely to integrate
the Government’s mandate with
GreenTech Malaysia’s flagships,
aligning the Board of Directors and
ensuring the Management and staff are
equipped to carry forward the national
green agenda,” Tan Sri Peter Chin
shared.
“I am certain that, together, we can
further develop the green technology
sector to become an integral part of
Malaysia’s socio-economic growth,” he
added.
Tan Sri Peter Chin’s current focus
is to ensure that the organisation’s
programmes are in line with the
Government’s vision, especially in
materialising the Green Growth thrust
of the 11th Malaysia Plan. The clear
mandate of the Government, which
aims to enable a thriving environment
for green growth, is a strong signal that
green technology must integrate with
economic development going forward.
Towards this end, GreenTech Malaysia
has put forward a proposal for the
Cabinet’s consideration, including
game-changing programmes which
have been strategically designed to
bring about impactful benefits not
just to the nation’s environment and
economy, but also to the ‘man on the
street’.
“It would be far-fetched to try to
cover all aspects of green technology
as the sector itself cuts aross various
industries and encompasses all facets
of life. We have to be strategic in what
we do and therefore, we have identified
what we have termed as the “Enablers”
and their complementing “Green
Catalyst Projects” which target the five
key sectors outlined in the National
Green Technology Policy, namely
Energy, Transport, Building, Waste and
Water Management,” he explained.
“I truly believe that these projects
have tremendous potential to unlock
Malaysia’s green economy and
will make a strong case for budget
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"Is this the kind of progress we want to leave behind
for our children and grandchildren?"
consideration. Most importantly, these
projects would have a ‘trickle-down’
effect to greatly benefit all Malaysians
at the end of the day,” he added.
The incoming Chairman views
change in mind-set as critical for the
organisation to step up its game. He
believes that the key to unlocking a
more dynamic green technology sector
is to continuously engage with the
relevant stakeholders and drive greater
synergies between all parties.
As various government departments,
agencies, private sector and the public
at large are involved in creating a
green Malaysia, he expressed the need
for GreenTech Malaysia to be able to
bring together these diverse groups
to work towards a collective objective.
He cited the recent Electric Mobility
Flagship’s Charge Up 1.0 engagement
session as a good example that clearly
distinguished us from just being
project planners and implementers, to
a team that is able to think critically on
how best to realise these projects and
efficiently engage with stakeholders to
secure their buy-in.
“Although we have come a long way,
there is much more to be done. We
need to look outside of Malaysia and
emulate the progressive countries
that are actively exploring new and
innovative ways to mitigate climate
change,” Tan Sri Peter Chin commented.
Tan Sri Peter Chin’s passion for the
environment was noticeably evident
during the brief hour of speaking with
him. Growing up in Kuching where one
could breathe fresh air, swim in crystal
clear rivers and eat fruits right off
the tree, gave him a sense on how the
world should be – clean and green.
The years of rapid development and
industrialisation have been anything
but clean and green and herein lies the
irony of progress. Progress could bring
about better livelihoods but it could
also invite unthinkable environmental
calamities as the world faces today.
Voicing his concern, Tan Sri Peter
Chin remarked, “Is this the kind of
progress we want to leave behind
for our children and grandchildren?
Sometimes, not everything we do in
the name of progress is good. The key
is to balance progress with sustainable
development.”
“We at GreenTech Malaysia have been
assigned the task to do something good
for the country and our fellow citizens.
That is why I feel it is very important
that each one of us continues to remind
ourselves of the significant role we
play and that we must take pride in
our work. No matter how big or small
the role is, we form the cogs that keep
the green wheel running smoothly.
And only together as a team, can we
bring about a sustainable Malaysia,” he
added.
If there is one piece of advice that Tan
Sri Peter Chin wishes to share with all
of us, it is to have self-belief – belief
in ourselves and belief in what we do.
This is indeed sound advice to follow;
afterall, it is self-belief that has brought
Tan Sri Peter Chin this far.
“It is my hope that in my new role
as the Chairman, I would be able to
nurture and unleash the full potential
of GreenTech Malaysia and its people.
I am confident that once the Green
Catalyst Projects materialise, Malaysia
will be known as a country that has
pushed for a green economy – one
that would allow green technology to
further develop and attract investors
into the country.”
“Ultimately, the goal is for Malaysia to
be known as the Green Technology hub
in the region,” he concluded.
Tan Sri Peter Chin has great aspirations
for all of us and is ever-willing to guide
us as we set forth to take GreenTech
Malaysia to greater heights. Let us heed
by his able guidance and have the selfbelief to unleash our full potential.
Tan Sri Peter Chin’s past
responsibilities prior to joining
GreenTech Malaysia include:
•Former Minister Energy,
Green Technology and
Water (KeTTHA)
•Member of Parliament
for Lambir and Miri
constituencies in Sarawak
between 1986 and 2013
•Chairman for the Miri
Municipal Council in 1984
During his tenure as the Minister
of KeTTHA, Tan Sri Peter Chin
oversaw the implementation
of a range of key green policies
including the National Green
Technology Policy 2009 as well
as the Renewable Energy Policy
and Action Plan 2010.
He also held various senior
appointments in the Malaysian
Government administration in
his line of work, including:
•Federal Minister, Federal
Deputy Minister and
Federal Parliamentary
Secretary for KeTTHA
•Ministry of Plantation
Industries and
Commodities
•Ministry of Housing and
Local Government
•Ministry of Science,
Technology and the
Environment
•Ministry of Welfare
Services
A graduate in Law, Tan Sri Peter
Chin is also a member of Gray’s
Inn, London and had embarked
on his law practice in Miri,
Sarawak, in 1972.
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In the media
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organisation chart
GreenTech Malaysia's organisation chart
As we move from
a non-profit
organisation to
one exploring
commercial
ventures, we
have developed a
streamlined and
purpose driven
organisation
structure to
match GreenTech
Malaysia's talent
to our commercial
objectives
As the above diagram depicts, Chief
Executive Officer (CEO), Ir. Ahmad
Hadri provides strategic direction
and leadership; he is assisted by Chief
Financial Officer, Woon Foo Wen who
heads our Commercial arm, Green
Ventures. Reporting to the Chief
Operating Officer are the four Vice
Presidents under the Development
division.
In line with the shift in focus of the
corporation, Green Ventures was
developed to facilitate our new
businesses, commercial and profitmaking endeavours. It is important
to note that as we set up a subsidiary
specifically for our profit-making
ventures, the four Vice Presidents
and their respective teams under the
Development division will actively
contribute business ideas to Green
Ventures.
At the same time, the Development
division’s focus will remain on the
progression of current projects that aim
to realise the national green technology
agenda through our four main flagships,
namely, Green Malaysia Plan, Green
Procurement, Electric Mobility and
Sustainable Living.
are you curious to
know what happens in a
leadership meeting?
The leadership team would
like to share the agenda of the
weekly leadership meetings in
order to encourage suggestions
and feedback from all levels.
Week 1: Organisational
Development; discussions
revolve around our talent pool
Week 2: Finance & commercial
ventures
Week 3: Development Projects
Week 4: Strategy &
Communications
Have bright ideas on new
ventures, business opportunities
and/or how to make our
organisation more exciting?
Drop a note at the suggestion
box at the reception area!
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CHARGE UP 1.0
[From Left] Mohamed Azrin
Mohamed Ali, VP of Green Catalyst,
GreenTech Malaysia; Paul Wong
Kok Kiong, Under Secretary of Green
Technology Policy Division, KeTTHA;
Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris, CEO,
GreenTech Malaysia; Eric Feunteun,
Electric Vehicle Global Program Director, Renault; Mohd Nazmi Mohd
Nur, Manager, Strategic Research,
Malaysian Automotive Institute
As part of the Electric Mobility flagship,
“Charge Up 1.0”, GreenTech Malaysia’s
first stakeholder engagement of the
year, was held on 12th May at Kuala
Lumpur Golf & Country Club.
The industry wide dialogue which
aimed to highlight the immense
potential of the electric vehicle
(EV) industry in Malaysia and the
prerequisites to make it a socioeconomic success was well attended.
A total of 80 delegates were present,
including representatives from Renault,
BMW Malaysia, Tan Chong (Motors)
Group, Mercedes Benz Malaysia,
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia, UMW
Toyota Motor, Volvo Car Malaysia,
Proton, Eclimo, CMS Consortium, BYD
Auto, AMDAC, Prasarana Integrated
Development, Tenaga Nasional Berhad
and Malaysian Automotive Institute
(MAI).
The engagement session also included
two panel discussions chaired
by Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris, with
representatives from the Ministry of
Energy, Green Technology and Water
(KeTTHA), Renault and MAI.
The open dialogue encouraged
participants to voice their views and
their concerns on the adoption of
EVs in the Malaysian setting. There
was a strong call from the majority
of attendees for steps to be taken to
increase the affordability and options
of EVs, in order to establish EVs as a
key player in the Malaysian automotive
marketplace; in turn leading to longterm economic gains for the country.
Alan Harris
Eric Feunteun,
“It has been proven in the past that
incentives help in the early adoption
of new technologies. We saw this with
the introduction of hybrid technology
in the Malaysian automotive industry.
We, at BMW Group Malaysia, believe
that incentives for imported electric
vehicles (EVs) are imperative to
create a demand as well as to enable
automakers here to build expertise in
working with EVs which is a new leap
in automotive technology.”
“Any country that wants to create a
fertile environment for the rollout of
EVs must make available incentives
and exemptions to offset the financial
cost of adoption. Government
incentives are particularly critical
for EVs before momentum kicks in
through word of mouth and broader
social acceptance.
Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer
BMW Group Malaysia
“We would recommend that the
Malaysian government investigate
implementing incentives for imported
EVs for up to five years to create public
demand for EVs as well as to enable
automakers here to build capabilities
and expertise for greater commitment
to set up manufacturing or locally
assembly here in Malaysia.”
Electric Vehicle Global Program
Director
Renault
Today’s engagement session with key
stakeholders is indeed an important
step forward in establishing a
steady foundation for a flourishing
EV economy. Malaysia now has an
opportunity to be the Norway of SouthEast Asia and Renault looks forward
to offering our expertise towards this
collective objective."
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CHARGE UP 1.0 [con't]
Some comments from media participants include:
“We must congratulate the Malaysian government for advocating EVs in the National Automotive
Policy. As far as I know, there are only two countries that have identified EVs as a national
automotive priority.
However, it's time for Malaysia to stop choosing corporations to champion. Since it has identified
EV's as the national automotive policy, then it should support the whole EV sector.
The NAP is unrealistic when it demands auto makers to invest in EV production before there is an
EV market. The automakers must first know what the domestic demand is before they decide to
invest.
We're lucky because Malaysians love cars and when there is a tax incentive, there is traction. Look
at the Toyota Prius. That is a good example. When the tax was 50%, less than a hundred units were
sold. When the government allowed full tax exemption, more than 5,000 units were sold in a year.”
Yamin Vong, Editor, Cars Bikes and Trucks, New Sunday Times
“Charge Up 1.0 session was my first stakeholder engagement session on electric mobility in
Malaysia. By and large, the discussion among stakeholders seemed to provide a platform for an
honest discussion on both concerns and aspirations for electric mobility in the country.
Some existing, long-standing issues and concerns which are already common knowledge among
industry experts and observers alike, were raised during this forum including the absence of
incentives for purchase of EVs. I sincerely hope that at the next round of stakeholder consultation
for e-mobility in Malaysia, additional relevant policymakers and regulators will avail themselves for
a discussion that will bring to fruition some concrete solutions that will be a catalyst for e-mobility
in Malaysia to move forward more effectively.”
Linda Archibald, Senior Writer, The Malaysian Reserve
“While GreenTech Malaysia is working hard to promote the Malaysian EV market, I strongly think
that more effort is necessary and the Ministry needs to play a part in educating the public.
Unlike hybrid vehicles, the current EV technology does not allow you to keep your current driving
habits. A change of habit requires a strong stimulus and having the cheapest fuel price in the region
seriously makes the change a bigger task.
The price of EV itself is not cheap and even without tax and duties, the prices are usually double of
an equivalent internal combustion engine vehicle. That is already a big hurdle because Malaysians
right now have to stretch their car loans up to nine years. Bear in mind, the average vehicle
financing in most countries is up to five years only and our nine-year plan is not seen as a smart
move because cars are built to last for only five or six years before the parts start to fail.
I am suggesting a bigger carrot needs to be dangled here. A rebate for their income tax in support of
their purchase for example, or a subsidised price of EVs."
Hezeri Samsuri, Editor, Top Gear
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infographic: electric mobility
Electric Mobility has gained much momentum in the recent months, it is of utmost importance for us to be fully aware of the
EV scene, globally and locally. We have compiled two handy inforgraphics that will help get you up to speed!
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infographic: electric mobility
Look forward to more interesting infographics in the coming issues of Green Pulse, and by all means, share the knowledge
around.
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17th Annual general meeting
Tan Sri Peter Chin Fah Kui chairing GreenTech Malaysia's 17th Annual General Meeting
Green technology
sector's
contribution to
GDP was 0.8%,
or RM 7.9 billion
in 2014
What is an AGM?
An Annual General Meeting
(AGM) is the mandatory, public
yearly gathering of a company's
executives, directors and
interested shareholders.
The 17th Annual General Meeting of
GreenTech Malaysia, chaired by the
Chairman, Tan Sri Peter Chin Fah Kui,
was held on 11th June 2015 at the
corporate office.
Amongst those present were the
Company’s Board of Directors, the
CEO, leadership team and corporate
members.
During the meeting, all the
members unanimously accepted the
appointment of Tan Sri Peter Chin and
Datuk Harjeet Singh a/l Hardev Singh,
Deputy Secretary General of Green
Technology and Water, to the Board.
All those present also received copies
of the 2014 Annual Report which
reviewed the business performance
and fiscal information of the company
for past year.
The Chairman and the CEO also
shared the strategic direction for
the company and some of the key
initiatives to strengthen GreenTech
Malaysia’s position as the nation’s
green catalyst.
At the AGM, the CEO and
directors typically address the
Board and the stakeholders,
while also presenting the
company’s Annual Report.
Shareholders with voting
rights vote on current issues,
such as appointments to the
company's Board of Directors,
executive compensation,
dividend payments and auditors.
Shareholders who do not attend
the meeting in person are
asked to vote by proxy, which in
certain companies can be done
online or by mail.
Read more: http://bit.y/1xD5hhM.
Snapshot of the GEO Building main entrance; promoting IGEM 2015
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Greentech Study excusrions
[From left to right] Nur Ayuni Zolkifli, Mohd Nizam Mohd Khir, Ir. Ahmad Hadri Haris, Tn Syed Ahmad
Syed Mustafa, Asdirhyme Abdul Rasib and Norazah Mohd Ramli
The Green Investment Financing Forum
(GIFF) promotes dialogue and enhances
understanding between countries and
institutions on new developments
relating to green investment banks.
The GIFF also highlights promising
investment channels with a special
focus on green bonds and derisking approaches to facilitate
green infrastructure investment
by institutional investors in The
Organisation for Economic Co-operation
and Development (OECD) countries,
emerging economies and developing
countries.
The 2nd OECD GIFF was held on 19th
and 20th May in Paris, France and is a
precursor to COP 21.
Malaysia was among the 34 countries
that attended the recent GIFF with
GreenTech Malaysia organising the
mission for representatives from the
Ministry of Energy, Green Technology
and Water (KeTTHA), the Ministry of
Finance and Bank Negara Malaysia.
The first day started off with a keynote
address by the former VP of United
States, Al Gore, before proceeding to
other topics including: investment
needs and risk return profiles for
sustainable energy, the inclusion of green
investments in government policies and
the role of public financial institutions
in enhancing the flow of private green
investments from developed countries
to emerging economies and developing
countries.
The second day of the Forum featured
institutional investor roundtable on
sustainable energy financing, focusing on
whether the financial system and markets
align with low-carbon transitions. The
discussion revolved around the need
to devise an instrument to increase
the flow of private capital, the need for
governments to relook at their green
policies to draw private capital to fund
green activities and the political will to
do so. In drawing up policies, it was also
highlighted that there is no “one size fits
all” solution as each country has different
challenges and resources. In summary,
it was concluded that there is a need for
reforms in the financial system given that
the current financial system is not aligned
with low carbon transition.
NORHASLIZA FOR IVLP
GreenTech Malaysia’s very own
Nor Norhasliza Binti Mokhtar,
VP of Green Econometrics was
selected by the U.S. Embassy in
Kuala Lumpur to participate in
the world’s leading professional
exchange programme. The
International Visitor Leadership
Program (IVLP) is organised
by the Office of International
Visitors in the Bureau of
Education and Cultural Affairs of
the U.S. Department of State.
The prestigious IVLP is currently
in its 74th year. Each year,
nearly 5,000 international
professionals travel to the
U.S. for the programme; more
than 200,000 international
professionals have engaged
with Americans through the
IVLP, including more than 335
current, former Chiefs of State
and Heads of Government.
Look out for Norhasliza’s feature
on the IVLP in the forthcoming
edition of Green Pulse.
The European Investment Bank also
presented their financing mechanisms
and experiences with various green
banks and green investment institutions
from Japan, Australia, United States,
United Kingdom and Germany.
Some of the key points from the
presentations included the importance
of leveraging private funds in view of
the limited public sources and that these
funds could be derived through public
private partnerships and issuance of
green bonds. Green banks would be in a
better position to support green projects
as they offer longer term loans with fixed
interest rates and would not affect the
government’s budget as they should be
self-sustainable.
Speaking on his experience at the forum,
Tn Syed Ahmad Syed Mustafa, Vice
President of Green Growth said, “The
forum proved to be exceedingly insightful,
offering many ideas to emulate in a
Malaysian context.
We will use the knowledge gained to
strategically develop a system to best
suit Malaysia’s financial climate with the
aim of transforming our financial system
into one which is capable of stimulating
growth in our nation’s green technology
industry.”
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myhijau youth camp
GreenTech Malaysia jointly organised
the 7th MyHIJAU Youth Camp
with Lincoln Centre on 1st June in
conjunction with the Green Awareness
Day for Melaka State Library. The
event was graced by Y.A.B. Datuk
Seri Ir. Hj. Idris Bin Hj. Haron, Chief
Minister of Melaka, Joseph Y. Yun,
United States Ambassador to Malaysia
and Y.B. Datuk Hj. Amiruddin Bin
Hj. Yusof, Chairman of Perbadanan
Perpustakaan Awam Melaka.
Students showing off their desisgns
of Green Innovation, who showed the
students the many ways we can integrate
more sustainable habits into our daily
lives. Through a detailed demonstration,
the students also learnt how to construct
a do-it-yourself solar lamp.
The highlight of the one-day camp for
the participants was the MyHIJAU Mini
Explorace where the students were
grouped into teams and had to use their
knowledge from the earlier sessions
to complete a unique set of challenges
to collect points and win the race.
Team ‘Green Star World’ emerged as
winners having successfully managing to
complete all the required tasks in under
one hour.
Students participating in the various activities of the MyHIJAU Mini Explorace
Over 50 secondary school students
together with a trainer and a
representative from GreenTech
Malaysia gathered at the Melaka State
Library for a day of exploring and
learning.
The students began the camp with
an ice breaking session before
being introduced to the MyHIJAU
Lifestyle. Following a video about the
MyHIJAU Mindset, the trainer spoke
to the students on the dangers of
global warming and its effect on our
wellbeing.
This was followed by a presentation
on Green Practices led by Wan Faizal, VP
The students left with a newfound
appreciation for the environment and
a drive to incorporate green habits into
their daily lifestyles.
The one-day camp was a success as it
delivered the message that going green
can be both simple and inexpensive,
and reflected GreenTech Malaysia’s role
in reaching out to the public through
increasing awareness and encouraging
green practices.
Students on a mission
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fun days bring out team spirit
Those who think that GreenTech
Malaysia is “all work and no play”
certainly have it all wrong.
GreenTech Malaysia believes in not
only working smart but also in playing
hard. Having previously faced off in
paintball and go karting. Our people
tried our hands (and feet) at bowling
and at futsal recently. Both events saw
everyone spending some quality time
bonding outside of the office.
Ahead of time, all of GreenTech
Malaysia’s staff were grouped into
eight teams with each team coming
up with creative names before getting
down to the competition at hand - we
had team Psycho Bear, Lightning Bolt,
CEO, LTL, KRIK KRIK, The Fantastic 8,
The Green Lantern and Hot Stuff.
Bowling on 26th May assembled
everyone at Wangsa Bowl, IOI City
Mall for the bowling showdown that
would see the winners walk away with
bragging rights of being GreenTech
Malaysia’s Best Bowling Team as
well as awards for the Best Male and
Female Bowler of 2015.
After hours of friendly competition,
Team KRIK KRIK, were crowned the
champion having amassed a grand
total of 1003 points! First runnersup was Team CEO with 937 points,
followed by second runners-up, Team
LTL with 885 points.
GreenTech Malaysia at Wangsa Bowl, IOI City Mall
Sport in Bangi to compete for the title
of GreenTech Malaysia’s Best Futsal
Team.
The round robin group stage saw
bowling champions Team KRIK KRIK
narrowly missing out on the coveted
top two spots. Team Hot Stuff and
Team CEO managed to knock out the
other teams, setting-up an exciting
final showdown.
The match proved to be a nail biting
one, with everyone’s attention locked
to the pitch. Each goal was followed
by roaring cheers regardless of which
team scored. Team Hot Stuff bagged
the first goal with a strike byRaihana's
husband, Fared. Team CEO managed to
pull level at the start of the second half
with a goal from Sukri. However, Team
Hot Stuff managed to pull off a last
minute push that ended with Fared
placing the ball into the back of the net
to recapture their lead.
The final whistle saw Team Hot Stuff
being crowned the champion.
Congratulations to the winners and a
big thank you to the Green Community
team for organising these activities.
It is no surprise that the Best Male
and Female Bowlers were from the
winning team. Malik was named the
Best Male Bowler, racking up 327
points. Meanwhile, the Best Female
Bowler was Tengku Sharifah with
a total score of 213 points. A big
congratulations to both of them!
A couple of weeks later, on 12th June,
the teams faced-off again at Uptown
GreenTech Malaysia at Uptown Sport in Bangi
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buka puasa with media
Throughout the years, GreenTech
Malaysia has maintained good rapport
and has continuously built strong
relationships with the media. This is
reflected in the circle of media friends
we have today. What better way to
thank them than to invite them over
for a Buka Puasa in conjunction with
the holy month of Ramadhan!
The organising committee put in extra
effort to carefully select the venue so
as to make it central and convenient
for our media friends. Carcosa Seri
Negara, the exclusive heritage hotel
set in a historic mansion, with its
spectacular hilltop setting in central
Kuala Lumpur was the selected
venue. Its regal architecture and plush
interiors took the guests to a bygone
era of colonial luxury. The dinner
featured a wide array of choices
including many local Malaysian
delicacies as well as a special durian
bubur, which was a big hit with our
guests.
Amidst their hectic schedules and
work arrangements, 30 of our media
friends from the various leading
publications made time to join us on
this special occasion - our very own
GreenTech Awards recipients, Che
Wan Mohd Badrul Amin Che Wan Alias
from Berita Harian, Linda Archibald
from The Malaysian Reserve and
Puteri Nur Alia Mohd Jasmin from
RTM were amongst those present. Our
leadership team and staff were joined
by members of our Board of Directors;
Datuk PK Poh, Datuk Wira Jalilah
Baba and Dr. Theng Lee Chong, at the
spacious Ledang Room which housed
the close to 60 attendees comfortably.
Upon registration, all guests were
ushered to their respective tables; Che
Wan, Afiq Hanif (Harian Metro) and
Fuad Yahya (Bernama) were excited to
be seated with GreenTech Malaysia’s
Ambassador Maya Karin, who was also
present for the dinner occasion. Being
the gracious GreenTech Ambassador
and co-host of the table, Maya shared
her green aspirations and her ideas
for new business ventures with the
media.
[From left to right] Mohamed Azrin Mohamed Ali, VP of Green Catalyst; Che Wan Mohd Badrul Amin
Che Wan Alias, Berita Harian; Hafiz Ithnin, Harian Metro; Puteri Nur Alia Mohd Jasmin and Mohd Faris
Izzat Shahabudin, RTM
Guest enjoying the food prepared by chefs at Carcosa Seri Negara
During dinner, Ir. Ahmad Hadri
remarked, “The media is an important
bridge between any corporation and
the public, helping to make sure our
voice is heard, and helping to spread
the word on green technology and
sustainable practices. On behalf of
GreenTech Malaysia, I would like to
take this opportunity to thank all of
you who made time to attend this
dinner with us today and for your
continued support.”
Towards the end of the dinner, Hadri
and Maya readily obliged requests for
an impromptu interview.
The Buka Puasa was a very warm
and cosy gathering with a good turn
out from our media friends, many of
whom stayed till the very end of the
evening exchanging stories.
Ir. Ahmad Hadri and Maya Karin all smiles for the camera as they take questions from the media
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Getting To Know Your Colleagues
What do you want to be
called, i.e., nicknames or short
forms?
“To take a selfie next to the
Eiffel Tower.”
My name is Kavita, I am a Senior
Executive HP in the Green Community
division.
Kavita or Kavi
I spend my time listening to good music
and catching up with friends.
Where did you study and
which field of study did you
major in?
What green initiatives do you
practise personally, either at
home or at work?
I studied Biotechnology at University
Malaya and I have a Master’s degree in
Human Resource Administration from
UPM.
I recycle. At home, we have different
dust bins for “plastics, paper and
bottles”.
When did you start working
with GreenTech Malaysia?
6th April 2015
To take a selfie next to the Eiffel Tower.
Books - I love reading and my motivator
is Robin Sharma, my inspiration and
all-time favourite.
I have had several nicknames including
Aman and Aji, even “KGB”. Previously at
work, I’ve been called Kamal/Kamar/
Kamarad/Dato Zack, you can just call
me Kamar here.
major in?
My name is Kamaradzaman Mohd
Bakri, I am a Senior Associate with the
Green Growth division.
Share with us an item on your
bucket list.
What/Who do you turn to for
motivation/inspiration?
called, i.e., nicknames or short
forms?
“To start my own firm/
company/project.”
How do you spend your free
time?
I have a Bachelor of Economics from
UKM (Public Policy) and a Diploma in
Accounting (PUO).
time?
I started golfing, and I like it.
Sometimes I go for karaoke.
home or at work?
I recycle newspapers and plastic
packaging.
bucket list.
To start my own firm/company/project.
27th April 2015
My secondary school friends.
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Getting To Know Your Colleagues
called, i.e., nicknames or
short forms?
Ayman
Reading literature, going to the gym
and karaoke.
major in?
home or at work?
I studied International Marketing at
the University of East London.
100% LED lights in my home,
recycling, walking or cycling whenever
I can.
11th May 2015
“Travel the Alaskan
frontier.”
My name is Ayman Izzaz, I am a
Business Development Analyst and I am
attached to the Green Catalyst division.
time?
bucket list.
Travel the Alaskan frontier.
My family and friends, as each of them
has a unique trait that I love and
inspires me.
Congratulations to our colleague
Significant Other
tied the knot
6th June 2015
Congratulations to the newlyweds,
Nur Farhana Norafandi &
Izad Fikri Paiza!
Wishing you both a happily ever after!
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Q2 2015
reading corner
Imagine this: Going around
the world, in a plane, with
zero fuel.
Taking a cue from the popular Jules
Verne tale of Around the World
in 80 Days, two Swiss explorers
have embarked on a mission to
circumnavigate the globe, in a plane
that is powered only by the sun!
Swiss explorers Bertrand Piccard and
André Borschberg are the founders,
pilots and driving force behind Solar
Impulse, the first airplane of perpetual
endurance, able to fly day and night
without a drop of fuel. By attempting
the first round the world solar flight,
they aim to demonstrate that clean
technologies and renewable energies
can achieve the impossible.
The round the world mission took
flight from Abu Dhabi on 9th March
and have so far travelled a total of
10,784km. The route includes stopovers in Oman, India, Myanmar and
China. The duo will then attempt to
cross the Pacific Ocean via Hawaii
before flying across the U.S. and over
the Atlantic Ocean on their way back
to Abu Dhabi.
#futureisclean
Follow the Solar Impulse 2 mission
here: http://bit.ly/1cxhpmN.
“What we’ll see is
something similar to
what happened with
cell phones versus
land lines, where cell
phones actually leapfrogged the land lines
and there wasn’t the
need to put land lines
in a lot of countries.”
Elon Musk
CEO & Product Arhitect
Tesla Motors
Tesla’s Powerwall
On 30th April, Elon Musk unveiled
the company’s latest technological
breakthrough dubbed the Powerwall,
a battery that charges using electricity
generated from solar panels.
Musk’s new subsidiary - Tesla Energy,
will manufacture the lithium-ion
batteries for homes, businesses and
utilities.
The Powerwall comes in 10 kWh weekly
cycle and 7 kWh daily cycle models. Both
are guaranteed for ten years and are
sufficient to power most homes.
To read more about the Powerwall, click
here: http://bit.ly/1DOuzKh.
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