Where is Bandar Seri Begawan located?

The capital city, Bandar Seri Begawan, is located in the Brunei-Muara district and is where the government operations and major business activities take place. The development policy of Brunei Darussalam is based on the principle of prudent use of natural resources.

Why are Malaysian lithium-ion batteries a problem?

The quantity of spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is expected to increase as its usage grows globally. In Malaysia, the biggest contributors to spent LIBs are consumer electronics (CEs), which if not properly managed, can jeopardize both the environment and human health. Additionally, the supply of raw materials for LIBs are limited.

What factors will drive the Malaysian battery market?

Factors such as the declining lithium-ion battery prices and the increasing demand for batteries from the automotive industry are expected to drive the Malaysian battery market during the forecast period. “The battery market in Malaysia is projected to reach a CAGR of about 5.28% between 2022 and 2027 according to a recent report.

Can a waste-to-energy facility be used in Brunei?

Brunei’s government is planning to utilise a waste-to-energy facility. This facility is expected to have an installed capacity of up to 10 MW. Whether other alternative energy sources such as wind power, hydro power, and ocean are economically and technically feasible in the medium term and the long term is still being researched.

Can you export used lithium ion batteries in Malaysia?

It is worth noting that Malaysia does not prohibit the export of used lithium ion batteries, but there are some regulations and procedures that need to be followed by the exporters. Overall, e-waste flow in Malaysia is yet to form a circular loop, with the presence of numerous leakages.

How much energy savings can be achieved in Brunei in 2035?

The energy savings (the difference between primary energy demand in the BAU scenario and the APS) that could be achieved through the energy efficiency and conservation goals and action plans of Brunei is about 1.2 Mtoe, equivalent to 28.3 percent reduction from the BAU in the year 2035 (Figure 3-9). 3.2.3. CO2 Reduction Potential