KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Xinhua) -- Univers, an artificial intelligence (AI) and internet of things technology firm for energy, announced Monday the signing of a strategic partnership with the Sarawak Digital Economy Corporate (SDEC) to establish Malaysia's first net-zero center of excellence in Kuching, capital of the northern Borneo state of Sarawak.
Univers said in a statement that the new center will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together digital intelligence and climate ambition to accelerate Sarawak's transition toward a low-carbon, tech-enabled economy.
The partnership will explore how digital tools can improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and drive operational excellence across Sarawak's key economic sectors.
Additional joint efforts may include skills-building programs and knowledge-sharing initiatives to nurture local talent and ideas.
"We are bringing AI for energy to the forefront, using intelligent systems to transition to a low-carbon economy and enable emerging regions like Sarawak to leapfrog toward a net-zero future," said Arun Poojari, global vice president of Univers.
"This collaboration is a significant step towards shaping a future where digital solutions are embedded in the way we design and sustain our built environment," said Sudarnoto Osman, chief executive officer of SDEC. ■
