Palm oil isn't just a cooking oil, it's a hidden energy powerhouse, with nearly 90% of the plant  being biomass ready to fuel the future. Dato' Leong Kin Mun, President of the Malaysian  Biomass Industries Confederation, tells us how oil palm waste is quietly powering homes in  Japan, ships in Singapore, and could soon help planes fly greener through sustainable  aviation fuel.  

This interview is brought to you by the Malaysian Palm Oil Council. Join industry leaders at  the Malaysian Palm Oil Forum Kuala Lumpur 2026 on 7 & 8 October 2026. Visit mpoc.org.my for more info.