THE Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia, will be organising the sixth International Sustainable Energy Summit (ISES) 2024, a cornerstone event for sustainable energy dialogue and innovation, on August 20-21, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).
Hosted by the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry (PETRA), and managed by Qube Integrated Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., the summit is themed “Accelerating Energy Transition Through Innovation”.
Scheduled to be officiated by the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, ISES 2024 is a testament to Malaysia's leadership in the Asean region's sustainable energy transition.
The country has set an ambitious target to achieve a 70% renewable energy mix in its power generation by 2050. This goal aligns with Malaysia's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving carbon neutrality by the same year.
The summit will serve as a platform to further these objectives by fostering regional and global partnerships, sharing best practices, and showcasing the latest innovations in the field.
It will also include plenary sessions and deep dive workshops led by distinguished energy experts and leaders.
The sessions will explore a range of topics, including green mobility, grid modernisation, and the integration of Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into investment and financing strategies.
The event will also underscore the importance of developing new energy technologies and nurturing young talent to ensure a robust future for the energy sector.
Amongst the lineup of speakers are PSC Singapore’s general manager for Asia, Dr Amir Hisham; Cenergi-SEA Bhd’s group chief executive officer, Hairol Azizi Tajudin; Concord Green Energy Sdn Bhd’s chief executive officer, Datuk Khairuddin Tan Sri Mohd Hussin; and PSC UK Ltd’s principal consultant strategic advisory, Dr Graeme Hutchison.
To add to the illustrious line up, SEDA Malaysia’s chairman of authority Ahmad Zairin Ismail, will also be speaking at the deep dive workshop. Joining him will be board member Dr Nurmazilah Mahzan, and SEDA Malaysia’s director of technical development and facilitation, Steve Anthony Lojuntin.
ISES has solidified its reputation as a premier, must-attend event in the field of sustainable energy, effectively facilitating industry players over the years.
It is expected to draw strong participation from the region as well as abroad based on the strong momentum of last year's success.
The summit consistently delivers rich, authentic content through esteemed speakers, offering the latest thought leadership and fostering interactive, engaging sessions for meaningful connections.
The event will also underscores the importance of developing new energy technologies and nurturing young talent to ensure a robust future for the energy sector.
A dynamic exhibition space will showcase the latest sustainable energy solutions, with trade programmes and business matching sessions designed to stimulate collaboration and strategic partnerships.
Networking opportunities will provide a forum for energy leaders and stakeholders to exchange ideas and forge valuable connections, reinforcing the summit's role as a catalyst for sustainable energy action and partnership.
SEDA Malaysia’s chief executive officer, and ISES 2024’s organising chair, Datuk Hamzah Hussin, notes that SEDA Malaysia is at the forefront of shaping the nation’s energy future.
“ISES 2024 will be instrumental in driving us towards our goal of a 70% renewable energy capacity mix by 2050. We welcome partners to showcase their commitment to sustainable practices and innovation, contributing to global leadership in the sustainable energy sector,” he adds.
For more information about ISES 2024, visit www.ises.gov.my To explore the full lineup of speakers, go to: https://ises.gov.my/speakers.php
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