Sarawak To Finalise Hydrogen Industry Regulations, Guidelines By Year-end

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KUCHING, May 13 (Bernama) -- Sarawak is working to ensure that regulations and guidelines for the state's hydrogen industry are finalised by the end of this year.
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that efforts are currently being undertaken by the state's Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability.
'This regulatory clarity will provide confidence to investors, operators and the public alike - ensuring that the hydrogen economy develops in a safe, structured and sustainable manner,' he said in his speech at the Hydrogen Economy Forum 2025, here, today.
Abang Johari said that as hydrogen projects continue to expand across Sarawak, the state has taken a bold step to ensure the safe and responsible development of this emerging industry.
He said that on Nov 11, 2024, Sarawak made history by passing the Distribution of Gas (Amendment) Ordinance, which now includes provisions specifically dedicated to regulating hydrogen-related activities.
'This amendment, among other things, includes the development, generation, distribution and use of hydrogen, as part of our clean energy transition. It introduces new offences and penalties related to hydrogen activities, and empowers the government to impose relevant rates, levies or charges on hydrogen operations.
'I am pleased to share that this ordinance came into force on March 1, 2025, and the state Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability has been entrusted to oversee its implementation,' he said.
Abang Johari also said that, in recognising the critical role of clean energy, Sarawak launched the state Hydrogen Hub early last year, further reinforcing its commitment to the energy transition.
'Our flagship large-scale green hydrogen initiatives - the H2ornbill and H2biscus projects - are progressing well, and are expected to complete their Front-End Engineering Design by the end of this year.

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