In this perspective, oil palm biomass which is produced abundantly by the oil palm industry is envisaged to be a potential candidate as it is renewable and biodegradable. The use of oil palm biomass-based energy is among the efforts taken by the industry to demonstrate its determination in continuously improving the quality and green image of the industry. The utilization of by-products resources in a more economical and responsible manner, in a way could safeguard energy scarcity, abate environmental pollution, mitigate climate change  and ensure the palm oil and its products are more competitive in meeting the stringent sustainability requirements in the future.

 

Hence, the establishment of the E&E Unit is timely in order to support R&D in enhancing the industry’s commitment for better environmental management and renewable energy deployment. This can be achieved by streamlining national programs such as biodiesel and biogas implementations through government support in the form of several financial schemes and policies.

 

The E&E Unit’s website highlights the R&D efforts undertaken in developing and promoting  bio-based technologies and products.  The Unit through MPOB welcomes and encourages collaboration with the industry in various aspects beneficial to the oil palm industry.