Speakers
Hans Weemas
Director, Turner & Townsend
Hans Weemas
Director, Turner & Townsend
Ir. Justin Sim (D.S.M)
President of the Malaysian Photovoltaic and Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
Ir. Justin Sim (D.S.M)
President of the Malaysian Photovoltaic and Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA)
YB Steven Sim Chee Keong
Minister of Human Resources
YB Steven Sim Chee Keong
Minister of Human Resources
As the Minister of Human Resources, YB Steven Sim is at the forefront of transforming Malaysia’s workforce for the future. He is also the Member of Parliament for Bukit Mertajam and Chairman of Penang DAP, who is widely respected for his progressive leadership and reformist policy initiatives.
Under his stewardship, Malaysia is advancing key reforms such as raising the minimum wage, introducing the landmark Progressive Wage Policy, strengthening labour rights, expanding social security, and elevating workplace safety through the ratification of International Labour Organization Convention 155.
Beyond policymaking, YB Steven Sim is a thought leader and prolific author on Malaysian identity, democracy, and public service. With academic credentials in Computer Science and Sustainable Development, he brings a unique blend of technological insight and human-centered policymaking.
YB Zairil Khir Johari
Penang State EXCO (Infrastructure, Transport & Digital)
YB Zairil Khir Johari
Penang State EXCO (Infrastructure, Transport & Digital)
YB Yeo Bee Yin
Member of Parliament for Puchong, Selangor
YB Yeo Bee Yin
Member of Parliament for Puchong, Selangor
Yeo Bee Yin is an accomplished chemical engineer and environmental leader with a strong track record. At the age of 29, Yeo made history when she was appointed as Malaysia’s Minister of Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change. During her tenure, she led transformative initiatives that gained international attention. These included sending back illegally imported plastic waste to their countries of origin, increasing the adoption of rooftop solar energy by 20 times, setting Malaysia’s first-ever renewable energy target of 20% by 2025, and launching the Zero Single-Use Plastics Roadmap by 2030.
Her impactful leadership earned her global recognition. In 2018, Nature named her among the “Top 10 People Who Mattered Most in Science.” The following year, she was listed by The Ecologist as one of “25 Inspirational Female Climate Leaders Shaping the Climate Agenda,” and selected as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.
Prof. Chen Wei Rong
Director of Hydrogen and Energy Storage Technology Institute, Southwest Jiaotong University
Prof. Chen Wei Rong
Director of Hydrogen and Energy Storage Technology Institute, Southwest Jiaotong University
Prof. Chen Wei Rong is the Dean of the Institute of Hydrogen and Energy Storage Technology at Southwest Jiaotong University and Executive Deputy Director of the National Engineering Technology Research Center for Rail Transit Electrification and Automation. A renowned expert in rail traction power and new energy technologies, he has led over 40 national and provincial research projects, including the development of China’s first hydrogen fuel cell hybrid locomotive and the world’s first hydrogen-powered tram.
Prof. Chen is a recipient of the State Council Special Government Allowance, the Mao Yisheng Railway Science and Technology Award, and two National Science and Technology Progress Awards (Second Class). He is a Fellow of IET, Senior Member of IEEE, and holds over 120 patents and 500 publications.
Prof Sureswaran Ramadass
Head of Department, RUMC Penang
Prof Sureswaran Ramadass
Head of Department, RUMC Penang
Prof Sureswaran is currently Head of Department (BSc Medical Informatics) at RUMC, Penang, and Professor Emeritus at MUST. A globally recognized expert in IPv6, cybersecurity, and 5G, he was the former Chairman of the ITU/UN IPv6 & IoT Centre and founding Director of NAv6 at USM.
An innovator and entrepreneur, he co-founded ICON Business Systems (Florida) and led Mlabs Systems Berhad to become Malaysia’s first university-based tech firm listed on the stock exchange. His work has earned over 40 national and international innovation awards, including the Malaysian Innovation Award and the prestigious “Anugerah Tokoh Negara.”
He has published over 200 research works, supervised more than 20 PhD students, and developed global IPv6 training programs (CNE6, CSE6). Prof Sureswaran continues to contribute to national and global efforts in internet technologies and cybersecurity.
Dr Ng Shin Wei
Programme Manager, Penang Green Council
Dr Ng Shin Wei
Programme Manager, Penang Green Council
Nesa Albeper de Rozario
Honorary Secretary of Malaysian Carbon Market Association (MCMA)
Nesa Albeper de Rozario
Honorary Secretary of Malaysian Carbon Market Association (MCMA)
Nesa currently serves as the Head of Corporate Strategy & Sustainability at Cenergi SEA Berhad, a leading renewable energy project developer in Malaysia. With 30 years of expertise in complex program development, environmental management, sustainability, and operational safety, she is a highly experienced professional with extensive multicultural exposure. Her career includes consulting roles at AECOM across the Asia-Pacific region and key leadership positions at Talisman Upstream Oil & Gas and Sime Darby, a Malaysian government-linked company (GLC).
At Cenergi SEA, Nesa leads the development of energy and carbon instruments markets, including Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and technology-based carbon credit projects. Under her leadership, her team successfully registered Malaysia’s first technology-based carbon credit under the Verra registry in December 2024. She also serves as Secretary of the Malaysia Carbon Market Association (MCMA), that plays a pivotal role in advocating for a robust carbon market ecosystem, fostering collaboration between the private sector and government agencies, and enhancing market liquidity and scalability across the ASEAN region.
Nesa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry, Master’s degree in Environmental Management and is an internationally certified Environmental and Safety Lead Auditor.
Muhamad Aizuddin Bin Muhamad Ridzuan
Senior Manager, Business Development and Sales
Muhamad Aizuddin Bin Muhamad Ridzuan
Senior Manager, Business Development and Sales
Muhamad Aizuddin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia. He currently serves as a Senior Manager at Bursa Carbon Exchange (BCX). In this role, he is instrumental in building strong participation by sourcing prospective buy-side clients and enhancing liquidity for carbon credits and renewable energy certificates (RECs) through targeted marketing. Additionally, he supports the development of a robust domestic ecosystem for Malaysia’s voluntary carbon market (VCM).
His key responsibilities include onboarding companies to the BCX, conducting customer due diligence checks on potential participants, and engaging with various stakeholders, including government bodies, financial institutions, government-linked companies (GLCs), and industry partners both domestically and internationally. These efforts are aimed at promoting the Carbon and Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) ecosystem.
Previously, he served as a Senior Executive at the Malaysian Investor Relations Association, Malaysia’s first and only professional association dedicated to developing and advancing the status and integrity of Investor Relations (IR) professionals.
Ar. Zulkifli Zahari
President of Malaysia Association of Energy Service Companies (MAESCO)
Ar. Zulkifli Zahari
President of Malaysia Association of Energy Service Companies (MAESCO)
Ar. Zulkifli Zahari is the President of Malaysia Association of Energy Service Companies (MAESCO) a post he has held since 2008. By profession, Zulkifli is an Architect. He is also a registered Green Building Facilitator and a Registered Electrical Energy Manager with Energy Commission of Malaysia.
Between 2000 – 2007, he was the Project Director for the Malaysian Industrial Energy Efficiency Improvement Project (MIEEIP) conducted by the Malaysian Government in collaboration with UNDP and GeF, and was appointed as a member of the National Steering Committee of The Building Sector Energy Efficiency Project (BSEEP) in 2011 – 2016, as well as the drafting of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act which is being enacted in 2024.
He is one of the juries for the National Energy Award (NEA) for the Energy Efficiency design and management category for the industrial, commercial and residential sector held annually by the Ministry of Energy.
Since 2014 he has developed MAESCO as the main training provider for certified Energy Efficiency related courses including Energy Management, Energy Auditor and Measurement and Verification which is recognised by the Energy Commission.
Daowei Lin
Head of Northern Region, ENGIE Services Malaysia
Daowei Lin
Head of Northern Region, ENGIE Services Malaysia
Daowei Lin is the Head of Northern Region at ENGIE Services Malaysia, part of ENGIE Group, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services. In his current role, he leads energy and utilities projects for industrial and commercial clients across Northern Malaysia, helping businesses strategically outsource utilities and adopt renewable energy to accelerate their transition toward carbon neutrality.
With extensive regional experience in Southeast Asia, Daowei has supported clients across Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines in implementing innovative energy efficiency and bioenergy solutions. Since joining ENGIE in 2020, he has played a key role in strengthening ENGIE’s industrial sector presence in APAC, contributing to more than EUR 60 million of CAPEX investment in utility projects.
Daowei began his career in oil and gas before transitioning into energy efficiency and renewables, holding both technical and business development roles. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from the National University of Singapore.
Karl Godderis
Chief Executive Officer EUROCHAM
Karl Godderis
Chief Executive Officer EUROCHAM
Karl is originally from Belgium but based in Kuala Lumpur. Since January 2025 he has been in charge as CEO of Eurocham Malaysia. Priorly, he established the Asian presence for Pragma Finance, a UK based provider of private credit solutions to large scale ESG projects across North America, Africa and Asia. Karl has been active for over 30 years across Asian markets, especially in SE Asia and Australia. Covering management consulting and strategy roles, post-merger integration and transformation roles and in more recent times cross border M&A advisory.
His management consulting career involved working for global firms like PWC and Kearney as well as running his own boutique advisory business in Jakarta and Singapore.
Karl holds a double degree in Applied Economics and International Relations from the Catholic University of Louvain, Belgium. Outside work he is also a prolific writer and published his first two spy novels during the 2020- 2021 Covid lockdown.
Sarah Yeoh
Director, Malaysia Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS), Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd
Sarah Yeoh
Director, Malaysia Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS), Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd
Sarah is a Director with Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd. As a chemical engineering graduate with great passion for sustainability and social justice, Sarah brings a unique perspective to the field of sustainability, combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of the social and environmental impacts of industry. She assists clients to integrate sustainability into long-term strategic and operational plans to create lasting value, enhance reputation, and build public trust. Her experience is primarily in sustainability consulting, ESG strategy, due diligence, framework development, outcome measurement, and stakeholder engagement.
Sarah has been involved in shaping long-term sustainability strategies of major financial institutions, focusing on reducing carbon footprints, integrating sustainability criteria into lending and investment decisions, disclosing ESG metrics, and communicating progress towards sustainability goals. Her expertise also includes enhancing governance frameworks, designing policies, and providing training and workshops to empower clients in sustainability reporting, materiality assessment, GHG calculations, and articulating vision and mission statements.
Tawfique Roseli
Head of Business Development, Leader Energy Group Berhad
Tawfique Roseli
Head of Business Development, Leader Energy Group Berhad
Tawfique Roseli is a dynamic and experienced professional specializing in renewable energy (RE) focusing on solar energy projects, with over 15 years of industry expertise. He has successfully developed more than 300MW of solar projects in Malaysia and internationally, showcasing his proficiency in project development and business development within the RE sector. Tawfique has also implemented value engineering strategies, including agri-photovoltaics, to maximize the dual usage of land developed for solar projects. In addition, he has extensive experience in waste to energy projects, including biomass from torrefied empty fruit bunches, biogas from palm oil effluent, and municipal solid waste.
Tawfique currently serves as a key senior management at Leader Energy Group Berhad, overseeing business development and strategies across 7 markets. His career journey includes valuable experiences in public listed and companies where he gained insights into the renewable energy industry and honed his strategic business skills.
Holding a master's degree in business from the University of Southern Queensland, he brings a strategic perspective to his presentations, emphasizing the intersection of sustainable energy solutions and effective business strategies. Tawfique is a member of the National Grid Code Committee under the Energy Commission and a member of the working group for futureproofing the Malaysia Electric Supply Industry under MY Power, operating under the purview of the Energy Ministry. Known for engaging audiences through interactive sessions, case studies, and real-world examples, Tawfique inspires stakeholders to embrace renewable energy strategies for a sustainable future. He actively contributes to publications and initiatives focused on advancing renewable energy and environmental sustainability.
Gogielan Nantha Kumar
Deputy Director, Green Technology Division of Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)
Gogielan Nantha Kumar
Deputy Director, Green Technology Division of Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)
Mr. Gogielan Nantha Kumar graduated with Bachelor of Economics in year 2004 and Master of Economics in 2012 from University of Malaya. He has been attached with Green Technology Division since year 2013. Before this he was attached in ICT and Electrical Industries Division from 2005 till 2012 and was responsible to evaluate application for manufacturing license, incentive and expatriate post and promotional activities on the specific industries. From 2013 he was attached in Green Technology Division which involved in evaluating incentives and expatriate posts for renewable energy, energy efficiency and waste management activities. He was involved providing inputs and in formulation and review policies, strategies and guidelines for Green Technology Incentive, as well as preparation of incentives proposal for Annual Budget. He is currently the Deputy Director at Green Technology Division, Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA).
Tan Kit Hang
Senior Business Development Manager (Industry), ENGIE Services Malaysia
Tan Kit Hang
Senior Business Development Manager (Industry), ENGIE Services Malaysia
Kit Hang Tan is the Senior Business Development Manager for Industry Solutions at ENGIE Services Malaysia, part of the global ENGIE Group — a leader in low-carbon energy and services. At ENGIE, he drives the integration of energy efficiency and green energy solutions that support industrial clients' business growth and Malaysia’s decarbonisation journey.
With 20+ years of experience in power and energy, his expertise spans utility-scale thermal generation (gas turbines, combined cycle), industrial cogeneration, renewables (geothermal, biomass, solar steam, solar PV), LNG regasification and storage terminals, and low-carbon on-site utilities. Prior to ENGIE, he led complex EPCC projects end-to-end, from technical and commercial tendering to financial modelling and key account management. He is passionate about delivering outcome-driven energy solutions that maximise energy efficiency and enable sustainable operations.
Wan Muqtadir Wan Abdul Fatah
Head of Sustainability, Malaysia, BSI
Wan Muqtadir Wan Abdul Fatah
Head of Sustainability, Malaysia, BSI
Wan Muqtadir leads BSI's sustainability team in Malaysia, with a primary focus on GHG verification, sustainability report assurance, carbon neutrality verification, and the certification of sustainable palm oil. With over a decade of professional experience spanning across diverse sectors, he has made a significant impact in the realm of sustainability. Initially trained as an aircraft engineer, he embarked on a journey to pioneer greener aircraft maintenance practices, thus demonstrating his commitment to sustainability. His academic accolades include a master's degree in Environment and Development from the Graduate Institute of International Development, Agriculture and Economics (GIIDAE) at the University of Reading. In recent years, his focus has centred on driving assurance in the palm oil industry by fostering dialogues and initiatives that promote sustainable palm oil production. These achievements are exemplified by his management of the PalmGHG calculator, which is responsible for new plantings and remote sensing verification.
Kevin Shawn Fernandez
Vice President of Group Sustainability & Strategic Partnerships of Alliance Bank
Kevin Shawn Fernandez
Vice President of Group Sustainability & Strategic Partnerships of Alliance Bank
Mr Kevin Shawn Fernandez is the Vice President of Group Sustainability & Strategic Partnerships for Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad. His focus is to work with external partnerships to deliver value both to them and the clients of the bank. In this role, Alliance Bank has launched the Sustainability Impact Programme (SIP) that enables businesses in Malaysia to improve their sustainability capabilities, ratings and profile, making them more resilient and competitive in the market. The approach for sustainability adoption is based on the bank’s 3As pillars of Advocacy, Advisory and Answers. Supported by key industry partners, that he has built strong collaboration programs with, which include Bursa Malaysia, UN Global Compact Network Malaysia Brunei, Malaysia Green Technology Corporation, InvestSarawak and Monash University.
He has over 20 years of banking industry experience covering the areas of product development, portfolio management, digital and strategic partnerships. During this time, he has spearheaded change and transformation in the industry. Prior to this, he was with OCBC and Standard Chartered bank.
He seeks to collaborate with businesses and ecosystems to develop innovative approaches towards mutually achieving new customer growth, revenue expansion and cost efficiency.
Gary Lee Kok Yew
Executive Director & Head of Energy, Power & Renewables, UOB Group
Gary Lee Kok Yew
Executive Director & Head of Energy, Power & Renewables, UOB Group
Gary is the Executive Director & Head of Energy, Power & Renewables for UOB Group where within his scope of responsibilities, he provides overall industry and strategic insights in risk & portfolio management for oil, gas, power and renewables sectors of the Bank across the ASEAN region. As these sectors embark on pathway of decarbonization, Gary has supported the Bank in developing the Transition Finance Framework to support companies within these hard to abate sectors to justly and orderly transition. Gary was also involved in myriad of different financing structures such as sustainability project finance, green bonds to support sustainable energy transitions in the region. Besides that, amongst some of the other keynote solutions include ecosystem banking to support the financing needs of all stakeholders within the business ecosystem, downstream financing solutions to support the traditional oil & gas downstream business etc.
Prior to this, Gary headed up the oil & gas industry group in UOB Malaysia before joining Corporate Banking Overseas, UOB Group. He has close to 30 years of experience in covering top tier relationships for Commercial Banking and Corporate Banking clients and has also led & successfully closed numerous high-profile deals involving top tier oil, gas & petrochemical transactions during his tenure.
Dr. Aina Aqila Arman Alim
R&D Product Development Officer at Cavalier Capital Holdings Sdn Bhd
Dr. Aina Aqila Arman Alim
R&D Product Development Officer at Cavalier Capital Holdings Sdn Bhd
Dr. Aina Aqila Arman Alim is a dedicated researcher specializing in chemistry and renewable energy technologies, with a strong focus on membrane fabrication for PEM water electrolysis. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, where she earned the Graduate On Time Award, alongside a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in the same field. Her work spans biodegradable food packaging, wastewater treatment, and catalyst development, with collaborations involving Petronas Research and the Malaysian Nuclear Agency. Dr. Aina has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals and received accolades including Best Master Thesis and awards at international conferences. Her core competencies include advanced instrumentation, lab management, and mentoring, complemented by her experience as a tutor and substitute teacher. Known for her adaptability, problem-solving skills, and commitment to sustainability, Dr. Aina is actively contributing to climate action through innovative research in green hydrogen and environmental remediation.
Tyreal Tai
Sales Director of Monitor ERP SEA
Tyreal Tai
Sales Director of Monitor ERP SEA
Tyreal Tai is the Sales Director of Monitor ERP SEA, leading the team across Southeast Asia with a strong focus on customer success and business growth. With over 25 years of experience in Sales and Operations, Tyreal’s career spans diverse industries, including metals, plastics, PVD coating, and cutting tools. He is widely recognized as a dynamic sales leader who drives rapid growth, mentors high-performing teams, and builds lasting customer relationships. His strategic mindset and adaptability across industries have consistently delivered results. Tyreal brings this expertise to Monitor ERP, helping manufacturers embrace digitalization and achieve smarter, greener, and more.
Teh Yih Lin
Co-founder & CEO, Axross Pte Ltd
Teh Yih Lin
Co-founder & CEO, Axross Pte Ltd
Yih Lin is the co-founder and CEO of Axross, a Malaysian startup pioneering AI solutions to drive energy efficiency in mission-critical industrial environments. She brings deep expertise at the intersection of technology and sustainability, holding master’s degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where she focused on data science, energy markets, and AI. Trained as a professional econometrician, Yih Lin began her career as an international consultant with Dalberg and Strategy&, working with government agencies, NGOs, and multinational corporations to tackle complex ESG challenges in policy design, impact measurement, and the commercialization of green technologies.