IEEE Day Technical Talk and Sharing Session: Empowering Communities Through Sustainable Energy Solutions.

Date: 4 October 2024 (Friday)
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Platform: Cisco Webex

This technical talk, moderated by Dr. Norhafezaidi bin Mat Saman, brought together experts in sustainable energy to discuss innovative solutions that empower local communities through renewable energy. The event, attended by 20 IEEE participants, including IEEE Malaysia Section Chair, Ts. Ir. Dr. Nordin bin Ramli, FASc, highlighted three impactful projects.

Speakers and Topics:

  • Energizing the Fishing Village Community Hall Through Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
    Speakers: Ir. Ts. Dr. Wooi Chin Leong & Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Ahmad Zaidi Abdullah
    This initiative, supported by the IEEE HTB/SIGHT Fund 2023, showcased the use of solar energy to power a local fishing village’s community hall.

  • Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development of Education Model 1.0 (RES 1.0)
    Speaker: Norazida Ali
    Funded by the IEEE HTB/Tech4Good Fund 2024, this project focused on how renewable energy can support sustainable education, enhancing learning environments in underserved areas.

  • A Project Driven by Local Needs: Off-Grid PV Solar Powered System for Kampung Sungai Layau, Johor
    Speaker: Dr. Madihah Md Rasid
    Also funded by the IEEE HTB/SIGHT Fund 2023, this project addressed the specific energy needs of Kampung Sungai Layau, providing a sustainable off-grid solar-powered system for the community.

Event Agenda:

  • 9:40 AM: Welcoming Remarks by Ts. Ir. Dr. Nordin bin Ramli, IEEE Malaysia Section Chair 2023-2024
  • 9:50 AM: Energizing the Fishing Village Community Hall Through Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
  • 10:30 AM: Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development of Education Model 1.0 (RES 1.0)
  • 11:00 AM: A Project Driven by Local Needs: Off-Grid PV Solar Powered System for Kampung Sungai Layau, Johor
  • 11:30 AM: Photo Session & Webinar Closing

This session underscored the transformative role of renewable energy in community development and sustainability.