KUALA LUMPUR: KPJ Healthcare Berhad (KPJ Healthcare), Malaysia’s largest private healthcare provider, recements its strategic alliance with Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari), a leading clean energy solutions provider, by proudly unveiling its Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations yesterday.
The event, which took place at Menara KPJ, the group’s headquarters located on Jalan Tun Razak, was attended by KPJ Healthcare chief operating officer (Group Allied & Retail Health Operations) Dr Nik Fawaz Nik Abdul Aziz and Gentari deputy chief executive officer and chief Green Mobility officer Shah Yang Razalli.
KPJ Healthcare in a statement said that this significant step, evolving from the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in July 2023, marks a crucial milestone in their shared journey towards green healthcare solutions.
“The unveiling not only highlights KPJ Healthcare’s commitment to environmental-friendly practices, but also aligns with Malaysia’s aspirations for a greener future, positioning the group as a leader in environmental stewardship, emphasising a commitment to responsible and sustainable practices for the well-being of the planet.
“The initial phase of KPJ Healthcare’s EV charging network commences with the installation of four charging bays at Menara KPJ, featuring both Alternate Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) options,“ the statement said.
It said that this launch is the first step in a broader rollout plan of Phase 1, which includes expanding to nine other KPJ specialist hospitals across Malaysia.
“These include KPJ Penang, KPJ Tawakkal, KPJ Ampang Puteri, KPJ Selangor, KPJ Kajang, KPJ Klang, KPJ Seremban, KPJ Johor and KPJ Bandar Dato’ Onn Specialist Hospitals, aiming for a total of 32 charging points nationwide,” it added.
Meanwhile, Dr Nik Fawaz said the strategic partnership between KPJ Healthcare and Gentari reshapes the landscape of sustainable healthcare, driving innovations that promise a healthier, more sustainable environment for the community.
“By integrating green mobility and renewable energy solutions across our network of hospitals, we are accomplishing more than just setting new industry standards. We are actively reducing our carbon footprint and enhancing patient experience.
“By 2025, our goal to install more charging bays that will not only enhance Malaysia’s EV infrastructure, but also actively contribute to the country’s goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050,” he said.
Upon completion of Phase 1, he said Gentari will progressively assess the EV charging installation at other hospitals within the group and explore EV fleet leasing opportunity. – BERNAMA
