Cyberjaya, 27 June -– A groundbreaking demonstration project to transform Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia’s headquarters in Cyberjaya into the nation’s first Zero Energy Office Building (ZEB) retrofit project is set to be launched soon.
The initiative is a joint effort collaboration between SEDA Malaysia and Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) will mark a significant milestone in Malaysia’s low-carbon development journey, demonstrating how existing buildings can be successfully upgraded into highly energy-efficient facilities that significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. The project is expected to serve as a pioneering model for sustainable building retrofits across Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region.
“This project will serve as a practical model for building owners and industry stakeholders to accelerate the adoption of sustainable building practices. As the national authority for sustainable energy, SEDA Malaysia remains committed to driving innovation, strengthening international partnerships, and supporting Malaysia’s transition towards a greener and more resilient future,” said YBhg. Dato’ Hamzah Bin Hussin, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SEDA Malaysia.
“The launch of Malaysia’s first ZEB retrofit project for an office-type building marks an important step in advancing the nation’s sustainable energy goals. Through our collaboration with NEDO and Japanese technology partners, we are demonstrating that existing buildings can be transformed into super energy-efficient and decarbonization in Malaysia’s building sector, he added.
The existing building which recently became SEDA Malaysia’s headquarters and spans approximately 5,000 square metres, will undergo a comprehensive energy features transformation through the deployment of advanced Japanese energy-saving technologies and integrated building management solutions. Led by NEDO, the project combines the expertise of four leading Japanese companies, namely Pacific Consultants Co., Ltd., AGC Inc., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, and Azbil Corporation.
Key measures will include the installation of high-efficiency equipment and building systems, advanced Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) for real-time energy monitoring and optimisation, as well as the incorporation of renewable energy technologies such as Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV). Together, these integrated innovations are expected to significantly enhance the building’s energy performance and towards self-sufficiency.
The project will also evaluate the effectiveness of the ISO/TS 23764 based methodology as a practical framework for decarbonising existing buildings, providing valuable insights for future large-scale implementation in Malaysia and beyond.
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