Deal inked to convert wastewater into biofuel

Better use of waste: Tuan Ibrahim (centre) at the MOU signing between Narendran and Nur Idatun Nissa in Cyberjaya. — AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star

CYBERJAYA: In an effort to transform sewage waste into a source of renewable energy, national sewerage company Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) Sdn Bhd has partnered with local company EMB Business Sdn Bhd to produce ethanol and biogas generated from wastewater.

Environment and Water Minister Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man said such an initiative was in line with the circular economy model and would boost the country’s green economy agenda.