KUCHING: Petronas has forged a partnership with Energy Institute (EI), making it the first company headquartered in Southeast Asia to collaborate with the UK-based chartered professional membership body as a technical partner.
A partnership agreement was signed during the International Energy Week (IEW) in London recently, attended by Petronas senior vice-president of Project Delivery and Technology, Ir Mohd Yusri Mohamed Yusof; Petronas senior general manager of Strategy and Corporate Services, Project Delivery and Technology, Jimmy Mordian; EI chief executive officer Dr Nick Wayth; and EI technical director Martin Maeso.
“In line with Petronas’ efforts to foster impactful innovation ecosystems supporting Net Zero ambitions in Asia, our collaboration with the Energy Institute brings together our expertise, resources, and passion to catalyse the progress towards a sustainable and resilient energy future that the world needs,” said Yusri.
“Partnering with the Energy Institute on energy transition, Petronas reaffirms its commitment to driving meaningful change in the industry. Achieving Net Zero in Asia is critical to the global goal.
“Through this purposeful partnership, we aim to empower the energy sector in Asia with the knowledge and networks needed for an equitable and responsible transition.”
Wayth said that in Energy Institute, they are dedicated to creating a better future for their members and society by accelerating a just global energy transition to net zero.
“I’m delighted to have the support of our newest Technical Partner, Petronas, on this journey. This new partnership is central to the Energy Institute’s future activities supporting and equipping the energy sector in Malaysia, in the wider Asia Pacific region and globally.”
As a Technical Partner, Petronas will contribute to shaping future energy programmes through a seat on the EI Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee (EI-STAC) allowing Petronas to influence industry standards and collaborate with other leading organisations.
The partnership will focus on key pillars, including promoting decarbonisation and operational excellence through innovative solutions, enabling informed decision making with expert advice on policy and societal impact, and nurturing the next generation of energy professionals to ensure the sector thrives amidst rapid change.
Aligned with global sustainability goals, Petronas and EI will co-develop sustainable energy solutions while addressing critical opportunities and challenges posed by the energy transition.
Additionally, EI will participate in Energy Asia, scheduled for June 16 to 18 in Kuala Lumpur. At this event, EI will preview the 2025 Statistical Review and engage in the Future Energy Leaders programme, reinforcing its commitment to shaping the future of energy.
