PETALING JAYA: Packaging manufacturer and property developer Scientex Bhd will be deploying a 21-megawatt peak rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system at its facilities nationwide.
In a tie-up with clean energy expert Solarvest Holdings Bhd , Scientex said in a joint statement that it will deploy the solar PV systems across 10 key manufacturing plants nationwide and at its headquarters.
“Scheduled to commence in May 2024 and by January 2025, the project is expected to generate enough renewable energy to offset approximately 14,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e) annually.
By January 2025, Scientex said more than 80% of its manufacturing facilities in Malaysia will harness renewable energy with solar PV systems.
“Scientex is committed to expanding its renewable energy footprint and ultimately achieving full coverage across all facilities, driving a sustainable future for its operations.”
Scientex chief executive officer Lim Peng Jin said the group is making a major push in renewable energy with the nationwide solar project.
“Expanding our solar footprint across the majority of our manufacturing facilities reduces our carbon footprint by 14,000 tCO2e annually and solidifies our commitment to environmental, social and governance leadership.
“Furthermore, our initiatives are in line with our commitment to supporting our customers both locally and internationally in achieving their sustainability goals within the supply chain. Through these collaborative efforts, we are paving the way for a more sustainable future.”
Meanwhile, Solarvest executive director and group chief executive officer Davis Chong Chun Shiong said Scientex’s commitment to renewable energy sets a powerful example for the manufacturing sector, demonstrating how businesses can significantly reduce their environmental footprint in their value chain.
“This collaboration signifies the commitment of two Malaysian companies working together for a sustainable economy,” he said.