Seawater Battery Technologies: An Offer Malaysia Should Not Refuse
By Lionel Yap Teck Liong
June 2025 FEATURE
THE COASTAL WATERS surrounding Penang Island hold more than just tourist appeal and fishing potential—they could be the key to Malaysia’s renewable energy evolution. As ASEAN nations race to diversify their energy portfolios, innovative (but often ignored) technologies that leverage our most abundant resource—seawater—are emerging as promising alternatives in the renewable energy landscape. I will address two technologies here.Seawater-activated Batteries: The Next WaveImagine a world where a battery doesn’t need to be charged—at least in the conventional sense, but rather,...
Lionel Yap Teck Liong
is a Senior Manager with over 20 years of leadership in the renewable energy industry, particularly notable for securing 3,500MW PV for a major client and heading the Malaysian Photovoltaic Industry Association (MPIA). He has demonstrated expertise in stakeholder collaboration, regulatory affairs and policy advocacy, contributing significantly to Malaysia’s solar energy frameworks while serving as a thought leader and industry advocate.
