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Long Loyang clinic becomes model for rural clean energy

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Abang Johari speaks at the World Hydrogen Asia Conference 2025. - Photo: UKAS

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TOKYO: A rural health clinic in Long Loyang has become the first in Malaysia to operate fully on a hydrogen-based hybrid energy system, marking a milestone in clean energy deployment beyond urban centres.

Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the clinic now runs 24 hours a day using electricity generated from rainwater and sunlight.

He described the Long Loyang project as a true manifestation of green energy transition, demonstrating how advanced clean technologies can be made accessible to remote communities.

“This isn’t just a pilot project, but a promise fulfilled, where innovation touches lives in every corner of the state,” he said when delivering his keynote address at the World Hydrogen Asia Conference 2025 here today.

Sarawak, he said, is already seeing the results of its Hydrogen Economy Roadmap, with multiple projects now moving into implementation stages, including the Rembus Hydrogen Plant that will power the Kuching Urban Transport System (KUTS).

“The Rembus plant will supply 5,000kg of hydrogen daily for 38 Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) trains and 55 hydrogen buses,” he added.

He also noted that hydrogen megaprojects like H2biscus and H2ornbill are entering the front-end engineering design (FEED) phase, in preparation for large-scale production aimed at both domestic and export markets.

Between 2010 and 2023, he shared that Sarawak achieved a 72 per cent reduction in grid carbon emissions, which he attributed to the state’s strategic shift from fossil fuels and its commitment to scalable hydrogen production.

In a related development, Abang Johari also announced Bintulu’s recognition as Malaysia’s first Transitional Industrial Cluster (TIC) by the World Economic Forum (WEF), placing Sarawak among 35 global clusters driving low-carbon industry.

“This initiative places Sarawak in line with 35 global industrial clusters in 16 countries that contribute more than 66 per cent of global Gross Domestic Product (GDP),” he added.

He then invited global industry players to collaborate with Sarawak in realising a sustainable hydrogen economy.

“Sarawak has taken the first step. Now, we invite you all to join us on this journey towards innovation, inclusion, and shared prosperity,” he said.

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