KUALA LUMPUR: Malakoff Corporation Bhd is partnering with the Malaysian Nuclear Agency (MNA) to use advanced nuclear technology to tackle environmental issues.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Malakoff's member company, Alam Flora Environmental Solutions (AFES) – a subsidiary of Alam Flora Sdn Bhd and MNA.
The document exchange ceremony was held at the MNA office between the director-general of MNA, Dr. Rosli Darmawan and AFES' director, Datuk Mohd Zain Hassan.
Through the collaboration, the technology of Radiation Assisted Pyrolysis (RAP) will be used to convert plastic waste into valuable fuel and to produce high-value products more efficiently at a lower cost.
AFES will assume the responsibility of collecting and sorting recyclable waste, while MNA will leverage their innovative expertise to transform these sorted materials into fuel and new value-added products.
This project not only aims to significantly reduce plastic waste, but also to propel both AFES and MNA to the forefront of environmental conservation, fostering a commitment to sustainable practices and the advancement of technology.
"We believe that fostering the right partnerships is vital for shaping a greener future. Given the perpetual nature of waste, the innovation of converting chemicals from plastic waste into fuel is commendable."
"This not only addresses the issue of waste accumulation in landfills, but also transforms it into a valuable resource. The research and development on this have already commenced, undertaken by both AFES and MNA with the involvement of the International Atomic Energy Agency where a test rig has been constructed and has successfully undergone several experimental tests," Malakoff's managing director and group chief executive officer Anwar Syahrin Abdul Ajib said.
This significant strategic partnership is part of Malakoff's business pillar, Malakoff Environmental Solutions' aspiration to focus on environmental management and solutions that are dedicated to serving communities and the planet. It is also in line with the United Nation Sustainable Development Goall No. 12 that ensures sustainable consumption and production patterns.