Figure 58: 10-10 MySTIE Framework (source: ASM (2020

Figure 58: 10-10 MySTIE Framework (source: ASM (2020)

Step 1: Focus

The Hydrogen Economy is mapped against the 10-10 MySTIE framework. Although Hydrogen Economy is an underlying force that directly and indirectly improves all socio-economic drivers, it appears most impactful on Energy, Smart Technology & System (Next Generation Engineering & Manufacturing), Smart Cities & Transportation, Water & Food, Agriculture & Forestry and Environment and Biodiversity.

Step 2: Prioritise

Under the 10 Socio-economic Drivers, 30 National STIE Niche Areas were identified through a series of stakeholder engagements to ensure that they are aligned with national aspirations. These niche areas were endorsed by the National Science Council on 14 July 2020 and will be reviewed every 2-3 years to ensure relevance to changing times 97 (Figure 59). Take Energy as an example, Hydrogen is critical for developing the niche areas of diversified renewable energy and energy storage as explained in Section 3. It is also a transformative pathway towards a green transportation system under Integrated Urban Infrastructure and Infostructure Management. Hydrogen Energy can also boost the niche area of Manufacturing of Smart Devices & Technology where Malaysia can leverage its advantage in manufacturing to produce high-quality fuel cells and electrolyzers. 97