By Karen Bong SIBU, Oct 24: Sarawak is looking to harness its abundant rivers and water resources to strengthen its green energy capacity and support the growth of high-tech industries, including semiconductor manufacturing and advanced manufacturing. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said water and energy would become increasingly important as the State sought to position itself as a producer of advanced technology rather than merely a consumer. He said industries…
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Sarawak plans to utilize its river resources to expand green energy capacity, specifically to support the growing demands of semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries. Premier Abang Johari emphasized that water and energy are critical for cooling systems in high-tech sectors.
- Sarawak aims to position itself as a producer of advanced technology rather than just a consumer.
- AI semiconductors and advanced manufacturing require substantial water and energy for cooling systems.
- Existing hydropower facilities along the Batang Rajang river support the state's renewable energy goals.
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SIBU, Oct 24: Sarawak is looking to harness its abundant rivers and water resources to strengthen its green energy capacity and support the growth of high-tech industries, including semiconductor manufacturing and advanced manufacturing.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said water and energy would become increasingly important as the State sought to position itself as a producer of advanced technology rather than merely a consumer.
He said industries involving artificial intelligence semiconductors and advanced manufacturing required substantial energy and water resources, particularly for cooling systems.
“New technologies depend on semiconductors. AI semiconductors and advanced manufacturing depend on water and energy.
