HICMY 2025: Panel Session 2 on Environmental Innovations for Quality Living

The global shift toward sustainability calls for practical action and cross-sector innovation. The Green Transitions: Environmental Innovations for Quality Living panel at the Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference Malaysia (HICMY) examined Malaysia’s current progress and readiness in adopting green and circular technologies, particularly in areas such as biochar, biomass, and waste-to-energy within the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) framework.

The Panel Session 2 explored how collaboration between research institutions, industries, and government can accelerate innovation, investment, and social impact to advance the nation’s green transition. It also provided a platform for the panelists to share key insights and tailored advice for stakeholders, including sponsors, reinforcing the importance of collective action in driving sustainable growth.

Spotlight on the Panelists

Mr. Jian Tat Lee draws from his experience in Japan and his expertise in building Japan-Malaysia technology collaborations. As founder of ZenWeb, a digital marketing agency, he now leads a government-backed pilot project introducing Japanese low-temperature pyrolysis technology to Malaysia. His work demonstrates how international cooperation and entrepreneurship can drive cleaner energy adoption and sustainable industry growth.

Assoc. Prof. ChM. Dr. Fatimah Salim, Director of the Atta-ur-Rahman Institute for Natural Product Discovery (AuRIns) at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), is a natural product chemist with over 15 years of experience in bioactive compound research. Her work spans health, agriculture, and green technology, focusing on translating scientific discoveries into impactful, sustainability-driven innovations. Active in professional bodies such as the Malaysian Institute of Chemistry (IKM) and the Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM), she continues to advocate for science that enhances both environmental stewardship and quality of life.

Ts. Ahmad Faizal Ahmad Zamli, Researcher at TNB Research Sdn. Bhd., has over eight years of experience in renewable and sustainable energy systems. His expertise includes biochar co-combustion, biomass pre-treatment, waste pyrolysis, and renewable natural gas technology. His work in decarbonisation and waste-to-energy reflects Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to achieve low-carbon development and contribute to the global green transition.

Together, these panelists embody the interdisciplinary spirit of HICMY, linking science, technology, and industry to create lasting environmental impact. Their insights showed that sustainability is not just about innovation, but about building partnerships that transform research into real-world solutions. Join us in HICMY 2025!