Kuala Lumpur: In conjunction with the recent World Environment Day, Maxis has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and a greener future by reducing emissions and expanding the use of renewable energy across Malaysia.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Maxis highlighted its focus on incorporating environmental benefits into its network and operations, while also empowering consumers with greater access to green energy solutions. With a customer base of 10.4 million subscribers and 780,000 connected homes, the company is well-positioned to drive greater access to green energy across Peninsular Malaysia through its Maxis Home Solar solution.
The company offers robust customer support with a low upfront payment, empowering people to lower their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future while benefiting from reduced electricity costs. Guided by ISO 14001 standards, Maxis implements annual reduction strategies to optimize energy use and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Since 2023, Maxis has started integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into its field operations to support cleaner energy consumption and reduce its carbon footprint. The company has also expanded its use of solar energy by installing EV charging stations at seven Technical Operations Centres (TOCs) and implementing off-grid solar systems at rural base stations nationwide to reduce reliance on diesel generators.
Maxis has improved energy efficiency at its base stations and TOCs by replacing old equipment and systems with updated ones. The implementation of Centralised Self-Organising Network technology allows unused equipment to be powered down, while high-efficiency rectifiers help reduce power loss and heat. Patrick Er, director of Maxis Green Solutions and Maxis’ chief people and transformation officer, emphasized the optimization of space and reduction in energy use by decommissioning old equipment and consolidating its core network.
The company has also been upgrading its facilities to lower office emissions, including the installation of LED lighting and cable enhancements, leading to an 8 percent year-on-year reduction in 2024. Additionally, Maxis has introduced public transport subsidies to encourage employees to reduce their carbon footprint.
Maxis’ sustainability efforts reflect its ongoing commitment to creating sustainable value. Looking ahead, Maxis remains dedicated to addressing climate change through ongoing initiatives to build a resilient and sustainable future for all. Patrick Er further stated that managing environmental impact and improving operational efficiency are crucial to the long-term sustainability of the company, which has been operating for 29 years. These efforts not only mitigate risks but also create added value for customers and stakeholders.
Through solar initiatives for both customers and operations, Maxis supports the National Energy Transition Roadmap towards achieving 70 percent installed renewable energy capacity by 2050.