Introduction
Sarawak is rapidly positioning itself as the renewable energy and green hydrogen hub of Southeast Asia. Under the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030), the state aims to transition its economic engine toward clean energy, carbon capture, and sustainable industrial power.
To power mega-projects like the H2biscus and H2ornbill green hydrogen plants in Bintulu, Sarawak requires a new generation of skilled process engineers. That is why degree programs in Chemical Engineering and Energy Engineering are fully funded under the Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES).
Why Green Energy & Chemical Engineering Matter for Sarawak
Chemical and energy engineers design, operate, and optimize processes that transform raw resources into clean energy and valuable chemical products. In Sarawak’s industrial landscape, these professionals work directly on:
- Green Hydrogen Production: Electrolysis processes powered by Sarawak’s massive hydroelectric generation.
- Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS): Capturing industrial carbon emissions and storing them safely offshore.
- Biofuels & Biorefineries: Converting agricultural waste (such as palm oil mill effluent) into sustainable aviation fuel and green chemicals.
Key FTES-Approved Degree Programs
| University | Degree Program | Focus & Specializations |
| Curtin University Malaysia | Bachelor of Engineering (Energy Engineering) (Honours) | Renewable energy systems, energy conversion, clean grid integration. |
| Curtin University Malaysia | Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours) | Petrochemicals, process design, environmental safety, reaction engineering. |
| Swinburne University Sarawak | Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical) | Sustainable process engineering, waste minimization, process automation. |
Career Prospects in Sarawak
Graduates stepping into the workforce between 2026 and 2030 will find high demand across Sarawak’s key industrial hubs:
💼 Top Employers: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB), PETROS, SEDC Energy, Shell Malaysia, Murum & Bakun Hydro Facilities, and multinational operators in the Samalaju Industrial Park.