Sarawak Energy has been honored for its commitment to environmental management and sustainable practices at the prestigious Prime Minister\u2019s Hibiscus Award (PMHA) 2024\/2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recognized as Malaysia\u2019s premier environmental accolade for businesses and industries, the PMHA highlights operational excellence and leadership in environmental sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the awards ceremony held in Kuala Lumpur on 27 January 2026, Sarawak Energy\u2019s Bakun Hydroelectric Plant (HEP) received the Excellent Achievement in Environmental Performance award. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other facilities operated by the energy developer, such as Murum HEP and Sejingkat Power Corporation (SPC), earned the Exceptional Achievement Award in Environmental Performance, while Mukah Power Generation (MPG) secured the Notable Achievement Award in Environmental Performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Datuk Haji Sharbini Suhaili, Group Chief Executive Officer of Sarawak Energy, underscored that these accolades are a testament to the company\u2019s steadfast dedication to promoting environmental sustainability across all operations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He highlighted the role of structured governance frameworks and corporate-level environmental initiatives, which encompass circular economy strategies, Go Green campaigns, and biodiversity conservation programs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These initiatives guide the planning, development, and operation of their facilities.
Sarawak Energy stands out as the first corporate entity in Malaysia to pledge to the United Nations Global Compact Network\u2019s \u2018Business Ambition for 1.5\u00b0C,\u2019 demonstrating its resolve to combat climate change by limiting global temperature rise and supporting long-term environmental action. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These efforts align seamlessly with the Sarawak Government\u2019s vision for sustainable development and inclusive growth under the Sarawak Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030.
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The awards ceremony was officiated by The Honourable Dato\u2019 Sri Arthur Joseph Kurup, Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, with Sarawak Energy represented by a delegation led by Jonny Wong, Vice President for Hydro. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Established in 1996, the PMHA serves as a national standard for organizations to evaluate, improve, and showcase their environmental performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is jointly organized by the Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers, and the Environmental Management and Research Association of Malaysia, with support from relevant governmental agencies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event this year featured participation from 81 companies across sectors like energy, manufacturing, oil and gas, hospitality, and agriculture.
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Alongside national recognition at PMHA 2024\/2025, Bakun HEP was lauded internationally for its sustainability efforts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As Malaysia\u2019s largest renewable energy facility, Bakun HEP earned Silver Certification under the Hydropower Sustainability Standard thanks to its exemplary achievements in community engagement, biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and governance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Furthermore, in September 2025, the facility received the International Hydropower Association\u2019s (IHA) Blue Planet Prize for exceptional sustainability performance spanning environmental, social, and governance criteria.
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Committed to certifying all its hydropower plants under international standards by 2030, Sarawak Energy continues to advance in sustainability endeavors as an active member of the International Hydropower Association since 2010. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As Malaysia\u2019s leading renewable energy developer and South-East Asia\u2019s first global Patron of the World Energy Council, Sarawak Energy contributes to global energy transition discourse through insights on policy formulation, innovation, and sustainable practices.
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In 2024, Sarawak Energy reinforced its climate goals by securing recognition at the United Nations Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB) Forward Faster Sustainability Awards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The company was awarded for outstanding efforts in Climate Action (Non-Financial Institution) and Finance and Investment for its work in embedding sustainable practices alongside pursuing its net-zero emissions ambition by 2050 under the \u201cBusiness Ambition for 1.5\u00b0C Celsius\u201d pledge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These honors also underscored achievements in integrating ESG metrics into financial strategies and developing internal sustainability expertise through its inaugural class of Certified Sustainability Managers.
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In 2025, Sarawak Energy advanced nature-based climate initiatives by obtaining the Dataran Seping Carbon Study Permit to explore feasibility studies for projects projected to offset emissions with an estimated generation of 250,000 carbon credits aimed at supporting sectors that face challenges in reducing emissions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, the company entered into a pivotal five-year agreement to further bolster its sustainability objectives.<\/p>\n