Monash University Malaysia has successfully secured funding for seven research proposals from PETRONAS, as part of a strategic partnership aimed at advancing energy sector innovations. The RM71 million in grants, awarded through the PETRONAS-Academia Collaboration Dialogue (PACD), supports projects focused on sustainable solutions such as carbon capture, renewable energy, and AI-driven operational efficiency.
The partnership highlights the crucial role of academia in addressing global energy challenges. Monash University Malaysia’s Vice President of Research & Development, Professor Dato’ Dr Faisal Rafiq Bin Mahamd Adikan, emphasized that these initiatives will contribute significantly to the betterment of society, locally and globally, as the world transitions toward cleaner energy solutions.
