YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan bin Haji Abdul Aziz
Chairman Of Authority
YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Haji Abdul Aziz was appointed as a Chairman of the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on May 15, 2025. He is currently the 27th Director-General of Public Service (DGPS) Malaysia.
Prior to this, YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan was the Director-General of the Implementation Coordination Unit in the Prime Minister’s Department. With 30 years of experience in the public service sector, which began in January 1995 as an Assistant Secretary at the Ministry of Transport, he has developed expertise in areas such as human resource management, state administration, land development, protocol, enforcement, and public safety.
His career also includes serving as the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Home Affairs and Comptroller of the Royal Household at Istana Negara. He has been recognized with several honors, including the Panglima Setia Mahkota (P.S.M), Panglima Setia Diraja (P.S.D), Darjah Seri Paduka Setia Mahkota Kelantan (S.P.S.K), and Darjah Kebesaran Sri Sultan Ahmad Shah Pahang (S.S.A.P).
YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan earned a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communication from Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia. He joined the Administrative and Diplomatic Service in 1997 and later completed a Master’s in Strategic and Defence Studies at the University of Malaya in 2009.
YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan bin Haji Abdul Aziz
Chairman Of Authority
YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Haji Abdul Aziz was appointed as a Chairman of the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on May 15, 2025. He is currently the 27th Director-General of Public Service (DGPS) Malaysia.
Prior to this, YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan was the Director-General of the Implementation Coordination Unit in the Prime Minister’s Department. With 30 years of experience in the public service sector, which began in January 1995 as an Assistant Secretary at the Ministry of Transport, he has developed expertise in areas such as human resource management, state administration, land development, protocol, enforcement, and public safety.
His career also includes serving as the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Home Affairs and Comptroller of the Royal Household at Istana Negara. He has been recognized with several honors, including the Panglima Setia Mahkota (P.S.M), Panglima Setia Diraja (P.S.D), Darjah Seri Paduka Setia Mahkota Kelantan (S.P.S.K), and Darjah Kebesaran Sri Sultan Ahmad Shah Pahang (S.S.A.P).
YBhg. Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan earned a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communication from Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia. He joined the Administrative and Diplomatic Service in 1997 and later completed a Master’s in Strategic and Defence Studies at the University of Malaya in 2009.
YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mad Zaidi Mohd Karli
Member Of Authority
YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mad Zaidi Mohd Karli was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on 1st February 2024. He is currently the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA).
With 29 years of dedicated service in the Public Service, he actively contributes to both the public and private sectors at both international and domestic levels. He continues to make a valuable impact on the community through various assignments and roles.
He embarked on his career with the Malaysian Government in 1995, bringing him extensive experience in economics, trade, investment, science and technology, environment, energy, public utilities and strategic planning throughout his career.
From 2009 to 2011, he broadened his horizons by joining Government-Linked Companies, offering strategic business development, advisory services, and technical expertise. This valuable experience enriched his professional background in the public and private sectors, enhancing his knowledge and skills.
Furthermore, he has assumed pivotal positions in global committees and organizations, advocating for Malaysia’s interests in the respective domain while actively engaging in social and community endeavours.
YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mad Zaidi obtained a Master’s Degree in Technology Management (Environment) from Imperial College, University of London, United Kingdom. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science (Hons) from the University Putra Malaysia (UPM).
YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mad Zaidi Mohd Karli
Member Of Authority
YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mad Zaidi Mohd Karli was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on 1st February 2024. He is currently the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA).
With 29 years of dedicated service in the Public Service, he actively contributes to both the public and private sectors at both international and domestic levels. He continues to make a valuable impact on the community through various assignments and roles.
He embarked on his career with the Malaysian Government in 1995, bringing him extensive experience in economics, trade, investment, science and technology, environment, energy, public utilities and strategic planning throughout his career.
From 2009 to 2011, he broadened his horizons by joining Government-Linked Companies, offering strategic business development, advisory services, and technical expertise. This valuable experience enriched his professional background in the public and private sectors, enhancing his knowledge and skills.
Furthermore, he has assumed pivotal positions in global committees and organizations, advocating for Malaysia’s interests in the respective domain while actively engaging in social and community endeavours.
YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mad Zaidi obtained a Master’s Degree in Technology Management (Environment) from Imperial College, University of London, United Kingdom. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science (Hons) from the University Putra Malaysia (UPM).
YB Lee Chean Chung
Member Of Authority
YB Lee Chean Chung was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on 1st August 2023. He is a Malaysian politician, researcher and environmental activist who has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Petaling Jaya since November 2022.
YB Lee completed his undergraduate studies at the Multimedia University (MMU), where YB Lee pursued Engineering, majoring in Computer. YB Lee has two Masters degree from Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST) majoring in M.Sc Transportation and Logistics in 2006 and Master’s in Public Administration from Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore (NUS) in 2019. In 2020, he received Dongfang Scholarship Program from Peking University, China whereby he completed a 3-month executive program named “Workshop on Governance” with 25 outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world.
Prior to entering active politics, YB Lee gained experience working in global market research and consulting firm. Subsequently, he joined the Political Studies for Change Unit (KPRU) as a Research Officer from 2008 to 2011. In his role, he provided strategic research support and organised consultative meetings of bills for approximately 30 MPs.
YB Lee has extensive research experience in various fields. His master’s thesis, titled “GPS Taxi Dispatch System Based on A Shortest Path Algorithm,” has been referenced in multiple journal articles. In 2019, he collaborated on a paper titled “Institutions for Sustainability: Informal Settlers” for the GSP Conference 2019: Urban Possibilities: Reimagining Philippines. Additionally, he has co-authored books such as “Jiwa Merdeka” and “Green Political Reform” (绿色政改) and has contributed to esteemed publications, including The Edge, Malaysiakini, and Oriental Daily.
Being active in international engagement and training, YB Lee was awarded the Most Outstanding Alumnus of the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Young Politicians (KASYP) program in 2019. He is also a fellow of the International Adenauer Network, a Professional Fellow of Youth for Southeast Asia Leadership Initiatives (YSEALI) and American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL), and a graduate of the Political Advisor Course, Graduate School of Government (The University of Sydney). YB Lee was also invited to speak at the Youth Leadership Academy of the Generation Democracy (2017) and Copenhagen Democracy Summit (2020), as well as an invitation by the Danish Institute for Parties and Democracy (DIPD) (2020).
YB Lee Chean Chung
Member Of Authority
YB Lee Chean Chung was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on 1st August 2023. He is a Malaysian politician, researcher and environmental activist who has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Petaling Jaya since November 2022.
YB Lee completed his undergraduate studies at the Multimedia University (MMU), where YB Lee pursued Engineering, majoring in Computer. YB Lee has two Masters degree from Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST) majoring in M.Sc Transportation and Logistics in 2006 and Master’s in Public Administration from Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore (NUS) in 2019. In 2020, he received Dongfang Scholarship Program from Peking University, China whereby he completed a 3-month executive program named “Workshop on Governance” with 25 outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world.
Prior to entering active politics, YB Lee gained experience working in global market research and consulting firm. Subsequently, he joined the Political Studies for Change Unit (KPRU) as a Research Officer from 2008 to 2011. In his role, he provided strategic research support and organised consultative meetings of bills for approximately 30 MPs.
YB Lee has extensive research experience in various fields. His master’s thesis, titled “GPS Taxi Dispatch System Based on A Shortest Path Algorithm,” has been referenced in multiple journal articles. In 2019, he collaborated on a paper titled “Institutions for Sustainability: Informal Settlers” for the GSP Conference 2019: Urban Possibilities: Reimagining Philippines. Additionally, he has co-authored books such as “Jiwa Merdeka” and “Green Political Reform” (绿色政改) and has contributed to esteemed publications, including The Edge, Malaysiakini, and Oriental Daily.
Being active in international engagement and training, YB Lee was awarded the Most Outstanding Alumnus of the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Young Politicians (KASYP) program in 2019. He is also a fellow of the International Adenauer Network, a Professional Fellow of Youth for Southeast Asia Leadership Initiatives (YSEALI) and American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL), and a graduate of the Political Advisor Course, Graduate School of Government (The University of Sydney). YB Lee was also invited to speak at the Youth Leadership Academy of the Generation Democracy (2017) and Copenhagen Democracy Summit (2020), as well as an invitation by the Danish Institute for Parties and Democracy (DIPD) (2020).
YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim Ibrahim
Member Of Authority
YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim Ibrahim was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on December 1, 2023.
He served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Energy Commission, providing strategic leadership in operationalizing the commission’s objectives. His responsibilities included managing overall operations to maximize industry performance and achieve customer service excellence.
He began his career as a Technical Assistant in the Electrical Division of the Public Works Department (JKR Elektrik) in Penang upon graduating with a Diploma of Electrical (Power) from UTM in 1983. His duties included designing of electrical systems for government buildings, supervising projects, and conducting maintenance works. In 1991, upon the privatization of Lembaga Letrik Negara (LLN) (now Tenaga Nasional Berhad -TNB), YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim was assigned to a new established regulatory department, the Department of Electricity and Gas Supply (JBE&G) at Northern Region in Butterworth. His responsibilities included investigating of electrical accidents, registering electrical installations, conducting competency examinations, and addressing disputes related to electricity supply to consumers.
In 1998, he was appointed as Assistant Director of JBE&G in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, and later, in 2004 became the Regional Director of the Energy Commission in Kuantan, Pahang. In 2010, he assumed the position of Director of the Electrical Safety Regulation Department, overseeing electrical safety regulations. Then, as the Director of Industry Development, he played a vital role in developing The National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP) and the renewable energy programmes such as Net Energy Metering (NEM), Self-consumption (SELCO), Large Scale Solar Power Plant (LSS), and Corporate Green Power Plant (CGPP) to meet the targeted 31% installed capacity by 2025.
YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from University Technology Mara, a Master’s Degree in Management from Open University of Malaysia, and is a Registered Professional Engineer with the Board of Engineers, Malaysia. He is a member of the Institute of Engineers Malaysia and a recognized Competent Electrical Engineer by the Energy Commission. Additionally, he was awarded the National Standards Awards (Individual) in 2020 and received the ASEAN Excellence in Energy Management Award (Individual) in 2019.
YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim Ibrahim
Member Of Authority
YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim Ibrahim was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on December 1, 2023.
He served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Energy Commission, providing strategic leadership in operationalizing the commission’s objectives. His responsibilities included managing overall operations to maximize industry performance and achieve customer service excellence.
He began his career as a Technical Assistant in the Electrical Division of the Public Works Department (JKR Elektrik) in Penang upon graduating with a Diploma of Electrical (Power) from UTM in 1983. His duties included designing of electrical systems for government buildings, supervising projects, and conducting maintenance works. In 1991, upon the privatization of Lembaga Letrik Negara (LLN) (now Tenaga Nasional Berhad -TNB), YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim was assigned to a new established regulatory department, the Department of Electricity and Gas Supply (JBE&G) at Northern Region in Butterworth. His responsibilities included investigating of electrical accidents, registering electrical installations, conducting competency examinations, and addressing disputes related to electricity supply to consumers.
In 1998, he was appointed as Assistant Director of JBE&G in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, and later, in 2004 became the Regional Director of the Energy Commission in Kuantan, Pahang. In 2010, he assumed the position of Director of the Electrical Safety Regulation Department, overseeing electrical safety regulations. Then, as the Director of Industry Development, he played a vital role in developing The National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP) and the renewable energy programmes such as Net Energy Metering (NEM), Self-consumption (SELCO), Large Scale Solar Power Plant (LSS), and Corporate Green Power Plant (CGPP) to meet the targeted 31% installed capacity by 2025.
YBrs. Ir. Abdul Rahim holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from University Technology Mara, a Master’s Degree in Management from Open University of Malaysia, and is a Registered Professional Engineer with the Board of Engineers, Malaysia. He is a member of the Institute of Engineers Malaysia and a recognized Competent Electrical Engineer by the Energy Commission. Additionally, he was awarded the National Standards Awards (Individual) in 2020 and received the ASEAN Excellence in Energy Management Award (Individual) in 2019.
YB Tuan Ganabatirau Veraman
Member Of Authority
YB Tuan Ganabatirau Veraman was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on November 15, 2023. He has also been elected as the Member of Parliament representing the Klang constituency since November 2022.
His areas of focus include political transformation, economic development, and the welfare of Malaysians. During his tenure as a Member of the Selangor State Council (EXCO) from June 2013 to August 2023, he played a significant role in establishing important initiatives such as MySEL, I-SEED, and the Selangor Employee Empowerment Unit (UPPS) to aid target groups in obtaining valid identification documents, promote the economic status of the Indian community, and provide assistance to workers and the unemployed, respectively.
YB Tuan Ganabatirau graduated with an LLB Hons degree in Law from the University of London, United Kingdom in 2001 and obtained his Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) in 2003. Presently, he holds a Non-Executive Director position at Permodalan Negeri Selangor Berhad since 2021 and served as a Non-Executive Director at Kumpulan Semesta Sdn.Bhd (KSSB – Selangor GLC) from 2010 to 2014.
YB Tuan Ganabatirau Veraman
Member Of Authority
YB Tuan Ganabatirau Veraman was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on November 15, 2023. He has also been elected as the Member of Parliament representing the Klang constituency since November 2022.
His areas of focus include political transformation, economic development, and the welfare of Malaysians. During his tenure as a Member of the Selangor State Council (EXCO) from June 2013 to August 2023, he played a significant role in establishing important initiatives such as MySEL, I-SEED, and the Selangor Employee Empowerment Unit (UPPS) to aid target groups in obtaining valid identification documents, promote the economic status of the Indian community, and provide assistance to workers and the unemployed, respectively.
YB Tuan Ganabatirau graduated with an LLB Hons degree in Law from the University of London, United Kingdom in 2001 and obtained his Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) in 2003. Presently, he holds a Non-Executive Director position at Permodalan Negeri Selangor Berhad since 2021 and served as a Non-Executive Director at Kumpulan Semesta Sdn.Bhd (KSSB – Selangor GLC) from 2010 to 2014.
YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Azhar Abd Hamid
Member Of Authority
YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Azhar Abd Hamid was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on November 15, 2023. Currently, he serves as the Director General of the Department of National Solid Waste Management under the Ministry of Local Government Development (KPKT)
He possesses extensive experience in both the government and private sectors. Throughout his career, he has been exposed to government procedures, private collaborations, outcomes-based evaluation, strategic planning, research field, technology implementation, product innovation, technical analysis, and administrative management, all with the aim of enhancing good governance.
Previously, from 2016 to 2023, his last position at the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) was the Director of the Technology and Research Division. In this capacity, he oversaw the development of solid waste management facilities in Malaysia to meet the requirements of the National Solid Waste Management Guidelines.
From year 2008 to 2014, he served as the State Director of Negeri Sembilan, managing and executing overall administrative operations for the state and its seven branch offices. Before that, he worked as a Council Engineer at the Seremban City Council from 2005 to 2008 and as a Project Engineer at Puncon Construction Sdn. Bhd from 2002 to 2005.
YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Azhar holds a Diploma in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Civil Engineering from Mara University of Technology (UiTM), an M.Sc. in Engineering Management from University of Technology Mara (UiTM), and a Ph.D. in Solid Waste Management from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM).
YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Azhar Abd Hamid
Member Of Authority
YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Azhar Abd Hamid was appointed as an Authority Member for the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on November 15, 2023. Currently, he serves as the Director General of the Department of National Solid Waste Management under the Ministry of Local Government Development (KPKT)
He possesses extensive experience in both the government and private sectors. Throughout his career, he has been exposed to government procedures, private collaborations, outcomes-based evaluation, strategic planning, research field, technology implementation, product innovation, technical analysis, and administrative management, all with the aim of enhancing good governance.
Previously, from 2016 to 2023, his last position at the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) was the Director of the Technology and Research Division. In this capacity, he oversaw the development of solid waste management facilities in Malaysia to meet the requirements of the National Solid Waste Management Guidelines.
From year 2008 to 2014, he served as the State Director of Negeri Sembilan, managing and executing overall administrative operations for the state and its seven branch offices. Before that, he worked as a Council Engineer at the Seremban City Council from 2005 to 2008 and as a Project Engineer at Puncon Construction Sdn. Bhd from 2002 to 2005.
YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Azhar holds a Diploma in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Civil Engineering from Mara University of Technology (UiTM), an M.Sc. in Engineering Management from University of Technology Mara (UiTM), and a Ph.D. in Solid Waste Management from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM).
YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah bin Hussin
Chief Executive Officer
YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah bin Hussin has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer SEDA Malaysia on 22nd February 2021. YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah obtained his Bachelor of Economics (Analytical Economics) from University of Malaya in the year of 1999.
He began his career in Administrative and Diplomatic Services in year 2003 as an Assistant Secretary of Finance Division in the Finance Division, Ministry of Education and has served in various ministries and district administrations.
YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah also has a vast experience as Senior Private Secretary to Ministers and Deputy Ministers in the various ministries, namely the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Defence, Prime Minister’s Department, Ministry of Information and also the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA).
Apart from that, YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah also has notable experience in the field of land administration and management as well as managing development projects. In 2014, he was appointed as the District Officer of Kerian, Perak for a period of 2 years. YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah also has made history when he was appointed as the first District Officer for the newly established district of Bagan Datuk, Perak in May 2016.
His in-depth portfolio and vast experiences in the field of management, administration, strategic planning and government policies are valuable attributes which are of great relevance to Malaysia’s sustainable energy agenda.
YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah bin Hussin
Chief Executive Officer
YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah bin Hussin has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer SEDA Malaysia on 22nd February 2021. YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah obtained his Bachelor of Economics (Analytical Economics) from University of Malaya in the year of 1999.
He began his career in Administrative and Diplomatic Services in year 2003 as an Assistant Secretary of Finance Division in the Finance Division, Ministry of Education and has served in various ministries and district administrations.
YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah also has a vast experience as Senior Private Secretary to Ministers and Deputy Ministers in the various ministries, namely the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Defence, Prime Minister’s Department, Ministry of Information and also the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA).
Apart from that, YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah also has notable experience in the field of land administration and management as well as managing development projects. In 2014, he was appointed as the District Officer of Kerian, Perak for a period of 2 years. YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah also has made history when he was appointed as the first District Officer for the newly established district of Bagan Datuk, Perak in May 2016.
His in-depth portfolio and vast experiences in the field of management, administration, strategic planning and government policies are valuable attributes which are of great relevance to Malaysia’s sustainable energy agenda.