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2024 JANUARY - MARCH ISSUE 7

INTEGRATING SUSTAINABLE

INNOVATION IN FACILITIES

Most MMC-affiliated ports are currently exploring the integration of sustainable innovation in
their respective facilities, ensuring a meaningful reduction in negative environmental impacts
responsibly and conscientiously.
Renewable Energy (RE) Adoption Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger and Utilisation of EV

PTP’s on-going efforts on the installation of rooftop solar PTP has installed eight EV chargers at various locations
and building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) panels with an within its premises, with room for increase based on demand.
estimated power capacity of 6 megawatts (MW) will mark a This signals that the port is embracing cleaner and greener
crucial step into RE adoption, potentially reducing annual carbon energy solutions. Amidst this, the port is also embarking on
emissions by 6% as part of PTP’s decarbonisation strategy a fascinating POC journey for both electric prime movers and
under Scope 2 of the Environmental, Social and Governance electric pickups, now working closely with suppliers to evaluate
(ESG) Framework, as well as saving on electricity costs. the feasibility of these EVs in a real-world setting. Following
In 2022, Northport installed solar panels on Northport Distripark this, Northport has also procured and deployed EV bikes for
Sdn Bhd 2 warehouses roofs which is capable of generating patrolling purposes by the Port Auxiliary Police, all of which are
2.4MW of power, and will continue to install solar panels at equipped with environmentally friendly features.
other Northport buildings within it premises, providing an
additional 1.8MW by end of 2024, while Johor Port has recently Additionally, Johor Port received delivery of six EV bike units on
completed solar panel installation under Net Energy Metering 22 January 2024. These bikes include advanced features such
3.0 with a total approximate peak of 1.6MW, representing as real-time vehicle location and riding statistics monitoring.
75% of their total Maximum Demand. Additional solar panel To date, more than half a tonne of CO have been mitigated.
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installation plans for Johor Port has been announced by the
Economic Minister, planned to start in April 2024 to cover 85%
of Johor Port’s Maximum Demand.

Alternative Lighting Installation and Upgrades
PTP is currently upgrading all conventional lighting to
light-emitting diode (LED) lighting to save over 50% of its
regular energy consumption, contributing towards becoming a
more sustainable and eco-friendly port. PTP has successfully
replaced 2,088 lights with energy-efficient LEDs in the first
phase of its initiative, bringing brightness and efficiency to the
port. The second phase, scheduled to conclude by April 2024,
aims to replace another 1,786 lights. Additionally, PTP has
ventured into proof of concept (POC) testing for solar-powered
street lighting. Besides PTP, Kontena Nasional has also started
implementing energy-saving LED bulbs at their premises,
while Johor Port has commenced the third phase of
replacement for existing conventional lighting from 400 watt
(W) to 150W of LED for its High Bay at Warehouses in Johor
Port, and aim to complete this third phase by September 2024.

Northport has made significant moves in energy efficiency
by upgrading to LED lighting, resulting in reduced energy
consumption and maintenance costs. Approximately 65%
of tower lights and 80% of office buildings at Northport now
feature LED lighting.