On October 10, 2024, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) exchange ceremony between Sultan Ismail Petra International Islamic College University (KIAS) and Kelantan Utilities Mubaarakan Holdings Sdn Bhd (KUM) took place in conjunction with the International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2024, held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).
The MoU exchange ceremony was attended by YB Dato’ Haji Wan Roslan Wan Hamat, Chairman of the Kelantan State Committee on Education, Higher Education, Green Technology, Digital, and Innovation, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of KIAS Darulnaim Sdn. Bhd.; YABrs. Prof. Dr. Mazlan bin Ibrahim from KIAS; and YBhg. Dr. Roshdi bin Hassan, General Manager of KUM. Also present were the Deputy Director of the State Economic Planning Unit (UPEN), Puan Wan Illy Liana Wan Mat, and the Chief Operating Officer (Acting Group CEO) of Perbadanan Menteri Besar Kelantan, Wan Mohd Husni Wan Osman.
This MoU represents an official understanding between KIAS and KUM to implement a solar energy system installation project at KIAS. This project marks an important step towards establishing KIAS as a model educational institution utilizing green and sustainable energy sources.
KIAS will undertake this initiative to reduce electricity costs by utilizing renewable solar energy. In the long term, this effort will benefit not only KIAS but also the local community and the education industry in understanding the advantages of green technology.
The project is expected to begin within two months after the MoU exchange, with the first phase involving the installation of solar panels at the Iraq Hall and Khadijah Dormitory. The entire project is anticipated to be completed within 12 months.
Additionally, KIAS and KUM are exploring long-term collaboration opportunities in several other areas. These include joint research and development (R&D) in green energy, as well as training and skills programs focusing on renewable energy technology.
Both parties aim to explore more collaboration opportunities in the green technology sector, benefiting students, educators, and the local community.
Through this partnership, both parties are confident that this initiative will have a positive impact in promoting environmental sustainability and advancing green technology in Malaysia.