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Malaysia’s Minister of Plantations and Commodities, Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, urged palm oil companies to support the TG2 black pellet initiative, a renewable biofuel innovation capable of replacing coal in power generation.
The minister explained that the technology, developed by Netherlands-based Wilhelmina Energy Malaysia, converts empty fruit bunches (EFB) generated by oil palm plantations into a clean energy source.
He said the initiative represents an important step toward building a circular economy from palm oil waste, while also adding new economic value to the sector.
He noted that the company has demonstrated the potential of the technology, adding that Japan has shown strong interest and has already begun procurement procedures.
The minister urged industry players to consider allocating 10% to 20% of empty fruit bunch output to support the supply chain. This would help expand production and enable Malaysia to become a global exporter of the new biofuel.
He invited palm oil mills to visit the production facility, see the technology in operation, and understand its environmental benefits.
In a Facebook post, the minister said the biomass plant in Jepun, which covers 9.3 hectares, can produce 80,000 tonnes per year of TG2 fuel using modern technologies, including:
He added that TG2 fuel is moisture-resistant and easy to transport. It can be used directly in co-firing systems without modifications and has a very low carbon footprint.
The minister said the product not only meets European standards, but also qualifies for green financial support from Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).
Source: Bernama