UNITEN and Schneider Electric Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Malaysia’s Energy Future

6 October 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) has strengthened its industry collaboration through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy technology. The signing took place on 6 October 2026 during Schneider Electric Innovation Day 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, themed “Advancing Energy Tech for Malaysia’s Future.”

The strategic partnership brings together Schneider Electric’s global expertise and advanced technologies with UNITEN’s strengths in research, innovation and talent development. The collaboration aims to create opportunities for joint research, knowledge exchange and technological innovation, while developing industry-ready talent and supporting Malaysia’s energy transition and digital transformation.

The MoU also represents an important step towards strengthening Malaysia–France cooperation in energy technology, highlighting the shared commitment to sustainable development and the role of industry–university partnerships in shaping a more sustainable energy future.

Eight UNITEN Researchers Awarded RM365,000 in AAIBE ChairRE R&D Grants 2026–2027

2 November 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) is pleased to announce that eight researchers have been awarded the AAIBE Chair of Renewable Energy (ChairRE) R&D Grant 2026–2027, with a total research allocation of RM365,000.

UNITEN Receives The BrandLaureate BestBrands Awards 2026

22 October 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) was honoured at the The BrandLaureate Awards BestBrands Awards 2026, further affirming its standing as one of Malaysia’s leading higher education institutions.

Honouring Research Excellence at RExA 2026

21 October 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) celebrated the achievements of its research community at the Research Excellence Awards 2026 (RExA 2026), held on 21 October 2026 at MZ D’Tasek, Royal Park Hotel.

ELEVATE | UNITEN Global Energy, Sustainability & Innovation Congress 2027

19 October 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) proudly presents ELEVATE 2027, a four-day global congress bringing together researchers, academics, industry leaders, policymakers, graduates and students to explore advances in energy, sustainability, innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

UNITEN Researchers Secure RM333,788.75 in GET Phase 2 2026 Research Grants

12 October 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) has secured RM333,788.75 in research funding under the Geran Penyelidikan Eksploratori dan Transformatif (GET) Phase 2 2026, funded by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia. Three UNITEN researchers were awarded grants under this national research funding initiative.

11 UNITEN Researchers Recognised Among World’s Top 2% Scientists 2026

11 October 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) proudly celebrates the inclusion of 11 of its researchers in the Stanford University–Elsevier 2026 list of the World’s Top 2% Scientists.

UNITEN and Schneider Electric Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Malaysia’s Energy Future

6 October 2026

UNITEN Recognised for Excellence in Future Energy & Engineering Education

5 October 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) was honored with the Best Future Energy & Engineering Education Award at the prestigious Private Education Excellence Awards 2026, cementing its position as a premier institution in specialized engineering and energy education.

Strengthening UNITEN–YPASM Collaboration in Antarctic Research and Community Outreach

30 September 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) and Yayasan Penyelidikan Antartika Sultan Mizan (YPASM) held a courtesy meeting on 30 September 2026 at YPASM, Putrajaya, to explore opportunities for closer collaboration in Antarctic research, education and community outreach.

UNITEN moves up to #551-600 in THE World University Rankings 2027

30 September 2026

Congratulations UNITEN for this amazing achievement

UNITEN Student Makes Malaysia Proud at the Canoe Polo World Championships

28 September 2026

Duisburg, Germany — Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) student Mas Aisyah Maisarah Mas Irhan proudly represented Malaysia at the Canoe Polo World Championships, held in Duisburg, Germany, from 15 to 20 September 2026.

Seven YTN-Sponsored UNITEN Students to Continue Their Studies at the University of Sheffield

19 September 2026

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) celebrates the achievement of seven students sponsored by Yayasan Tenaga Nasional (YTN) who will continue their studies at the University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom.