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Borneo Post
10-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Green nitrogen fixation identified as key frontier in Sarawak's hydrogen economy, says Premier
Abang Johari delivers his keynote address in Tokyo, Japan. – Ukas photo KUCHING (July 10): Green nitrogen fixation has been identified as a promising frontier in advancing the hydrogen economy in Sarawak, said Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The Premier said the emerging technology holds strategic potential for Sarawak, particularly in enabling efficient storage and long-distance transportation of hydrogen. 'I am also keeping a close watch on emerging technologies, particularly the Top 10 Emerging Technologies, recently published by the World Economic Forum, that could further transform the hydrogen value chain. 'One of the new frontiers is green nitrogen fixation, where renewable energy is used to produce ammonia as a hydrogen carrier. Ammonia enables efficient storage and transport of hydrogen—crucial for long-distance trade and integration into hard-to-abate sectors like shipping and agriculture. 'This aligns well with Sarawak's ambition to become a key hydrogen hub for Asean, and we are closely following developments in emerging electrochemical and bio-based ammonia production pathways that can support a fully decarbonised supply chain,' he said in his keynote address titled 'Sarawak's Hydrogen Vision: Catalysing Green Growth for Asean and Beyond' at the World Hydrogen Asia 2025 in Tokyo, Japan, today. The Premier said Sarawak's hydrogen strategy is being driven by its Hydrogen Economy Roadmap (SHER), launched earlier this year. SHER outlines five key priorities, including scaling hydrogen production, accelerating domestic applications, securing international offtake, establishing a Hydrogen Certification Platform, and investing in technology and innovation. In line with its strategy, Sarawak is also investing in infrastructure and projects that are already in motion. These include the H2biscus and H2ornbill projects currently in the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase, as well as the Rembus Hydrogen Plant, which will supply green hydrogen to power 38 ART trams and 55 hydrogen feeder buses under the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS). abang johari green nitrogen fixation lead tokyo World Hydrogen Asia 2025
Borneo Post
09-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
World Hydrogen Asia 2025: Abang Johari to highlight S'wak's role in Asia's clean energy future in Tokyo
Abang Johari arrives at the World Hydrogen Asia 2025 conference venue accompanied by Shahril (left). – Ukas photo KUCHING (July 9): Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has arrived in Tokyo, Japan today for a two-day official working visit to attend the World Hydrogen Asia 2025 conference. He touched down at Narita International Airport at 5.25pm local time, accompanied by a delegation that includes State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, State Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni; and Deputy State Secretary (Economic Planning and Development) Dato Sri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel. According to a Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas) report, Abang Johari was received by Malaysian Ambassador to Japan, Datuk Shahril Effendi Abd Ghany; State Deputy Minister of Utilities (Sarawak Energy and Petros) Dato Ibrahim Baki; and other senior state officials at the conference venue. Tomorrow (July 10), the Premier is scheduled to deliver a keynote address titled 'Sarawak's Hydrogen Vision: Catalysing Green Growth for Asean and Beyond'. His presentation will highlight Sarawak's Hydrogen Economy Roadmap, integrated renewable energy strategy, public-private collaboration, and investments in hydrogen technologies – from mobility solutions to future export potential. Ukas stated that Sarawak has emerged as a regional leader in green hydrogen development, capitalising on its abundant hydroelectric resources, clear policy framework, and strategic international partnerships. The Premier's participation reflects growing recognition of Sarawak's leadership in advancing clean energy across Asia. Abang Johari is also slated to join a panel discussion on aligning hydrogen policy support across the Asia-Pacific region, alongside Director-General for International Carbon Neutrality Policy at Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Shinichi Kihara; Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy advisor, Osama Melebari; and Taiwan's Institute for Democracy, Society and New Technology Research Fellow, Dr Tsaiying Lu. The World Hydrogen Asia 2025 conference brings together global industry leaders and policymakers to accelerate the continent's transition to a clean hydrogen economy. Later in the day, Abang Johari is also scheduled to meet with representatives from Sumitomo. He is expected to return to Sarawak on Friday (July 11). abang johari tokyo World Hydrogen Asia 2025
