Japanese Firms Join Forces with Petronas for Carbon Capture and Storage Project in Malaysia

Japanese companies, including Japan Petroleum Exploration Co (JAPEX), JGC Holdings Corp, and Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line), have entered into an agreement with Malaysian energy firm Petronas. The project, slated to commence capturing its first carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by the end of 2028, aligns with Japan's commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Japan's