Malaysia launches first net-zero research centre

Univers, an artificial intelligence (AI) and internet of things technology (IoT) firm for energy, announced on June 16 the signing of a strategic partnership with the Sarawak Digital Economy Corporate (SDEC) to establish Malaysia's first net-zero centre of excellence in Kuching, capital of the northern Borneo state of Sarawak.

Univers said in a statement that the new centre will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together digital intelligence and climate ambition to accelerate Sarawak's transition toward a low-carbon, tech-enabled economy.

The partnership will explore how digital tools can improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and drive operational excellence across Sarawak's key economic sectors.

Additional joint efforts may include skills-building programmes and knowledge-sharing initiatives to nurture local talent and ideas./.