Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre has formalised a sustainability partnership with the Solar Energy Research Institute (SERI), a research institution established by Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), that will study the materiality of the venue’s current sustainability initiatives.
Based on the outcome of the study, new strategies will be developed to enhance and accelerate the centre’s progress towards achieving its net zero carbon events pledge.
With a strong commitment to promoting sustainable energy solutions, SERI plays a vital role in driving the country’s transition towards clean and renewable energy sources. Recognised for its cutting-edge research, innovative technologies, and multidisciplinary approach, SERI actively collaborates with industry partners, government agencies, and international research institutions to foster knowledge exchange, facilitate technology transfer and engage in collaborative research projects.
John Burke, general manager of the centre, said: “In line with our 2030 and 2050 sustainability targets, our collaboration with UKM’s SERI is another important step in our sustainability journey. The assessment conducted by SERI will help us to strengthen the foundational elements of our sustainability pathway and enhance the effectiveness of our existing efforts and initiatives. Building on our on-going efforts towards reducing environmental impacts from events, this assessment will enable us to foster closer co-operation with clients on aligning our goals in effectively delivering net zero carbon events.”
Wan Kamal Mujani, deputy vice-chancellor (research and innovation) at UKM, said: “This partnership is a significant step for us in driving sustainable development and promoting the adoption of clean energy solutions. Through this we aim to gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of sustainability in the business events industry and help develop strategies and potential solutions to address current gaps to boost the centre’s sustainability performance in the long-term.”
In line with its commitment to net zero carbon events, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre recently announced that has achieved a pioneering subscription to the Green Electricity Tariff, an innovative and transformative programme launched by the Malaysian government and Tenaga Nasional, the nation’s largest electricity utility company, enabling the venue to be powered by renewable energy.
