Putrajaya, 30 December 2025 —The Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia successfully organised a webinar titled “Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Its Role in the Energy Sector,” bringing together young audience with a strong interest to explore how advanced digital technologies are shaping the future of
sustainable energy.
Held via Microsoft Teams digital platform, the webinar served as a strategic knowledge sharing session in support of Malaysia’s clean energy agenda and as an early
engagement initiative in the lead-up to the International Sustainable Energy Summit
(ISES) 2026.
The opening address from Dr. Khairunnisa Kamarul Zaman, Deputy Director of
Strategic Planning of SEDA Malaysia who emphasised on SEDA’s role as Malaysia’s
key sustainable energy organisation, while highlighting the importance of youth
engagement across SEDA’s programmes and initiatives.
“SEDA recognises the energy transition as a long-term journey that requires the
involvement of the younger generation, particularly those with skills and interest in AI and
digital technologies,” said Dr. Khairunnisa.
The main sharing session was delivered by Associate Professor Ts. Dr. Mohd Ibrahim
Shapiai @ Abd. Razak, Director of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
(CAIRO) at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), who highlighted the growing
importance of AI and demonstrated how AI-driven technologies can be applied to address
real-world challenges in the energy sector, including applications in smart cities.
Mr. Saiful Hakim Abdul Rahman, Director of Strategic Planning at the SEDA
Malaysia, shared insights on the implementation of AI in Malaysia’s energy sector,
covering areas such as energy demand forecasting, system optimisation and smart grid
management, as well as the challenges and way forward in advancing AI development
and adoption in the country.
The webinar concluded with the soft launch of the SEDA Innovation Challenge (SIC)
by Mr. Saiful Hakim. The initiative is designed to encourage youth to develop innovative
ideas and solutions for sustainable energy, while recognising AI as a key enabling tool
that can be leveraged to drive broader energy innovation.
The challenge is positioned as a talent development platform aligned with the broader
objectives of ISES 2026, which seeks to accelerate sustainable energy adoption through
innovation, collaboration, and thought leadership.
SEDA Malaysia remains committed to nurturing future-ready talent and fostering
innovation through strategic engagement programmes. Initiatives such as this webinar
and the SIC reinforce SEDA’s role in supporting Malaysia’s energy transition and
strengthening the channel of skilled professionals ahead of ISES 2026.
Supporting the Vision of ISES 2026: Sustainable Energy Beyond Borders
Insights from this Pre-ISES Forum will play a key role in shaping ISES 2026, further
strengthening SEDA Malaysia’s leadership in the sustainable energy agenda. As the
nation prepares for next year’s summit, SEDA Malaysia remains dedicated to fostering
knowledge sharing, promoting industry collaboration, and enhancing cross-border
partnerships to accelerate Malaysia’s energy.
SEDA Malaysia also invites the public to save the date for the 7th International Sustainable
Energy Summit (ISES) 2026, which will be held on 11–12 August 2026 at the Kuala
Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). Registration details will be announced soon.
ENDS.
[PRESS RELEASE] SEDA Malaysia Highlighted Role of AI In Energy Transition Ahead Of ISES 2026
