KUALA LUMPUR, 6 OCTOBER 2023 – On the third day of the International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia 2023 (IGEM 2023), the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) unveiled a new series of pioneering partnerships and initiatives designed to promote environmental responsibility and climate action in Malaysia.
In partnership with the UK Government, MGTC is proud to introduce the Malaysia Climate Action Simulator (MCAS). MCAS is a simulation tool to enable stakeholders to visualise low-carbon future scenarios through 2050. This cutting-edge tool will facilitate the exploration of pathways to mitigate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in various sectors, including energy, transport, building, industry, land use, and waste. MCAS is a vital communication tool to raise awareness about the impact of technology and policy choices on GHG emissions. In a bid to promote sustainability education, MGTC is also collaborating with universities to develop educational modules centered around MCAS, potentially integrating it into a university syllabus, MCAS is open to further research contributions, fostering informed decision-making for a sustainable future. The MCAS web tool can be accessed at www.mcas.my.
MGTC is also thrilled to announce a strategic Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) in support of sustainability in Malaysia’s water sector. This partnership will focus on the adoption of the Low Carbon Operating System (LCOS) for measuring carbon emissions. MGTC will provide onboarding support for LCOS, while SPAN, as the regulatory authority, will lead the widespread adoption of this platform.
Together, they aim to drive environmentally responsible water management practices, aligning with Malaysia’s commitment to a greener future. The collaboration’s total value is RM368,265.20, covering the measurement of Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions for SPAN and 12 water operators. This partnership also encompasses the promotion of climate change awareness, LCOS adoption, and the establishment of a standardised system for carbon emissions measurement and reporting in the water industry.
In addition, an MoC has also been established between MGTC and Greehill Asia-Pacific Pte Ltd, aiming to explore and evaluate potential joint endeavours in the domain of urban green infrastructure and ecosystem services management. This partnership will encompass comprehensive surveys, automated inventory processes, tree risk analysis, quantification, visualisation, reporting, and monitoring of urban green infrastructure, enhancing urban planning and sustainability efforts. These activities are designed to bolster urban planning initiatives, enhance sustainability practices, and ultimately contribute to the development of more environmentally resilient urban environments.
In a significant stride towards plastic circularity and sustainability, MGTC has forged a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) with the Malaysian Recycling Alliance (MAREA). This collaborative effort seeks to harness MGTC’s position in promoting green growth and MAREA’s specialization in Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Together, they aim to establish strategic alliances, facilitate the exchange of technical expertise, implement capacity development programs for EPR, foster eco-design and eco-innovation in plastic packaging, and educate communities about the principles of plastic circularity. This partnership is aligned with Malaysia’s overarching green growth strategies and the objectives outlined in the Malaysia Plastic Sustainability Roadmap (MPSR).
GCEO of MGTC, Ts Shamsul Bahar Mohd Nor mentioned, “These initiatives and partnerships collectively reflect MGTC’s unwavering commitment to fostering sustainability, environmental responsibility, and climate action in Malaysia. These collaborations span a wide spectrum of critical areas and exemplify Malaysia’s dedication to building a greener and more sustainable future.”
“These collaborations not only coincide with Malaysia’s initiatives for environmentally sustainable growth and the SDGs, but also serve as essential contributors to addressing worldwide challenges associated with climate change. As we progress, MGTC remains steadfast in its commitment to these transformative initiatives, guided by a distinct vision of constructing a more sustainable and resilient future for all, leaving no one behind,” he added.
The 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou culminated in a triumphant success at the Hangzhou Olympics Stadium on October 8, 2023. A staggering 12,000 athletes representing 45 Asian countries and regions showcased their exceptional abilities across various events, leaving a profound impact on the vast audience. As the designated Official Exclusive Supplier of Mobile Phones, vivo’s cutting-edge technological contributions were instrumental in ensuring the Asian Games’ resounding success.
The opening ceremony on September 23, 2023, marked the first digital ignition ceremony in the Games’ history. It saw digital torchbearers participate in a virtual torch relay through online platforms, bridging time and space to connect the world through the marvel of technology. Vivo captured the historic moment with the company’s professional mobile imaging technology. Similar to sports’ role in linking humanity across time and space, Vivo has committed to bridging the gap between people and the digital world. While Vivo was the official exclusive supplier of mobile phones for the event, iQOO was also selected as the official esports gaming phone for the games’ inaugural esports events. Together, vivo and iQOO elevated the Asian Games to new heights with top-of-the-line professional imaging and esports technologies.
Vivo’s top-notch devices capture the 19th Asian Games’ most exciting moments.
Vivo’s professional imaging technology empowers journalists, athletes, and global audiences to capture the beauty of sports and the Games’ most breathtaking moments with just a simple tap of the screen. Whether it was the high drama of intense competition between athletes in the stadium, the enthusiasm of cheering spectators, or the rich cultural background of Hangzhou, all was captured by Vivo.
The Vivo X90 series boasts exceptional imaging performance when capturing motion as well as in ultra-low latency and low-light conditions, among other scenarios, thanks to its advanced hardware and software integration technologies, such as a customized V2 chip, self-developed anti-shake technology, high-speed capture algorithms, and joint R&D efforts with optical giant ZEISS. The vivo X Fold2 and X Flip feature ultra-durable and ultra-light aerospace-grade hinges and ZEISS Imaging with Free-Stop Shooting Experience, empowering users to capture exciting moments with maximized creativity. Moreover, Vivo’s new “texture” color mode lets users deploy light and shade with strong 3D effects and balanced color saturation, which vividly reproduces every wonderful moment captured.
At the 2023 vivo Imaging Conference, the company showed off the latest customized imaging chip, the V3, which delivers a superior user experience by enabling 4K cinema-like bokeh, automatic subject focus detection and switching, cinema-like skin optimization, and cinematic color processing, among other superb features.
iQOO’s ultra-performance devices empower the 19th Asian Games’s inaugural esports events.
iQOO was selected as the Official Esports Gaming Phone for the inaugural esports events at the Asian Games, including the “Honor of Kings Asian Games version” and “Game for Peace Asian Games version” events. The Games represented the ultimate testing ground for iQOO, which, by all accounts, passed with flying colors. Looking ahead, iQOO will remain committed to its philosophy of “I Quest On and On” and continue driving the esports industry into a new trajectory of exciting and innovative development with innovative technology and optimized products.
Vivo is committed to reaching new heights with innovative technology.
The successful conclusion of the 19th Asian Games demonstrated Vivo’s technological capabilities in the global arena. The company will continue to pursue a user-oriented approach to further enhance its devices’ imaging, design, system development, and performance. Vivo and iQOO’s partnership with the Games offered a deep dive into the possibilities created when sports meet cutting-edge technology. Building on its successful partnership with the Games, Vivo will remain committed to innovating and joining hands with more partners to create one-of-a-kind experiences for users.
