{"id":21778,"date":"2026-08-26T03:06:22","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T03:06:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/?p=21778"},"modified":"2026-08-26T03:08:21","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T03:08:21","slug":"rem-type-2-training-strengthens-energy-management-competency-through-two-successful-2026-cohorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/rem-type-2-training-strengthens-energy-management-competency-through-two-successful-2026-cohorts\/","title":{"rendered":"REM Type 2 Training Strengthens Energy Management Competency Through Two Successful 2026 Cohorts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>29 June\u20133 July 2026 | 27\u201331 July 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The Process Systems Engineering Centre (PROSPECT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), successfully conducted two cohorts of the <strong>Registered Energy Manager (REM) Type 2<\/strong> training programme in 2026, bringing together professionals seeking to strengthen their competency in energy management and support effective energy efficiency practices within their organisations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The two training cohorts, conducted from <strong>29 June\u20133 July 2026, UTM JB<\/strong> and <strong>27\u201331 July 2026<\/strong>, <strong>USM Nibong Tebal,<\/strong> received highly positive feedback from participants. The participant evaluation results demonstrate strong satisfaction with the quality of training delivery, trainer expertise, course content and overall programme management.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21780\" style=\"width: 832px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-26-at-10.46.00-AM1.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21780\" class=\"wp-image-21780 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-26-at-10.46.00-AM1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"822\" height=\"482\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21780\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picture 1: Cohort 1: 29 June-3 July 2026, UTM JB, Johor<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_21781\" style=\"width: 824px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/group-2.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21781\" class=\"wp-image-21781\" src=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/group-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"610\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21781\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picture 2: Cohort 2: 27-31 July 2026, USM Nibong Tebal, Penang<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Strong Participant Satisfaction<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The first cohort, held from <strong>29 June\u20133 July 2026<\/strong>, recorded an overall satisfaction score of <strong>5.45 out of 6.00<\/strong>, with <strong>88.2% of ratings achieving 5 or above<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The second cohort, conducted from <strong>27\u201331 July 2026<\/strong>, achieved an even stronger overall satisfaction score of <strong>5.79 out of 6.00<\/strong>, with <strong>99.0% of ratings achieving 5 or above<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The improvement between the two cohorts highlights the effectiveness of continuous programme refinement and PROSPECT\u2013UTM&#8217;s commitment to delivering high-quality professional training.<\/p>\n<h2>Expertise That Makes a Difference<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">One of the strongest aspects of both programmes was the quality of the trainers. Participants consistently recognised the trainers&#8217; <strong>strong subject-matter knowledge, clear delivery, professionalism and ability to facilitate learning<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The positive feedback reinforces the importance of combining technical expertise with practical and engaging delivery methods when developing energy management professionals.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21782\" style=\"width: 1084px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/prof-linda-1.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21782\" class=\"wp-image-21782\" src=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/prof-linda-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1074\" height=\"805\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21782\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picture 3: Prof Ir Dr Haslenda Hashim<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_21783\" style=\"width: 1090px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-02-at-9.40.08-AM.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21783\" class=\"wp-image-21783 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-02-at-9.40.08-AM.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21783\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picture 4: Ir Ts Dr Muhammad Afiq Zubir<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Supporting Professional Development<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Participants identified several key reasons for attending the REM Type 2 programme, particularly:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Career development<\/li>\n<li>Relevance to their current job responsibilities<\/li>\n<li>Organisational requirements<\/li>\n<li>Strengthening technical knowledge<\/li>\n<li>Learning from qualified and experienced trainers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These responses demonstrate the growing importance of professional energy management competency in supporting organisations&#8217; energy efficiency, compliance and sustainability objectives.<\/p>\n<h2>Continuous Improvement Through Participant Feedback<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">PROSPECT\u2013UTM also values participant feedback as an important mechanism for improving future training delivery.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Suggestions received included extending the course duration to provide additional time for technical content, improving course notes, incorporating more practical examples and videos, and increasing the use of interactive learning materials.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Participants also expressed interest in having more relevant UTM professional training opportunities available in other regions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These recommendations will support PROSPECT\u2013UTM in continuously enhancing the REM Type 2 programme and ensuring that future cohorts remain relevant, practical and responsive to industry needs.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21784\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/interview-4.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21784\" class=\"wp-image-21784 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/interview-4.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21784\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picture 5: The interview session during the assessment<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_21785\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-26-at-11.04.36-AM.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21785\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21785\" src=\"https:\/\/research.utm.my\/prospect\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-26-at-11.04.36-AM.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21785\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picture 6: Individual Assessment Session<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Next REM Type 2 Cohort \u2014 September 2026<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Following the successful June and July cohorts, PROSPECT\u2013UTM is pleased to announce the <strong>next REM Type 2 training cohort<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>\ud83d\udcc5 21\u201325 September 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>\ud83d\udccd Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor Bahru<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Registration Link:<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/UeuScrmc3Ubt77Jv9\"> https:\/\/forms.gle\/UeuScrmc3Ubt77Jv9<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This upcoming cohort provides another opportunity for energy professionals, practitioners and organisations to strengthen their knowledge and competency in energy management.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Seats are limited. Register early to secure your place.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Building Malaysia&#8217;s Energy Management Capability<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The strong response from both cohorts reflects the continuing demand for professional development in energy management. Through the REM Type 2 programme, PROSPECT\u2013UTM contributes to developing capable professionals who can support organisations in improving energy performance and implementing effective energy management practices.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The successful 2026 cohorts reaffirm PROSPECT\u2013UTM&#8217;s commitment to providing <strong>industry-relevant, competency-based professional training<\/strong> in energy efficiency, energy management and sustainability.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Follow PROSPECT\u2013UTM for registration details, upcoming training dates, professional courses and industry-focused programmes.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>PROSPECT \u2013 UTM<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Advancing Energy Management Competency Through Professional Training<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>29 June\u20133 July 2026 | 27\u201331 July 2026 The Process Systems Engineering Centre (PROSPECT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), successfully conducted two cohorts of the Registered Energy Manager (REM) Type 2 training programme in 2026, bringing together professionals seeking to strengthen their competency in energy management and support effective energy efficiency practices within their organisations. 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