Anyi Smart on Astro Awani Borak SeeNi: Revolutionizing ESG and Smart Lighting in Malaysia
Key Takeaways from the Astro Interview:
- CapEx Elimination: Traditional Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) demand massive capital. Anyi Smart's LaaS model requires Zero CapEx from property owners.
- The "Ghost Electricity" Epidemic: Malaysian commercial buildings are losing millions annually by lighting empty spaces 24/7.
- AI-Driven Efficiency: Our 5.8GHz Micro-Doppler radar technology instantly reduces energy consumption by up to 80% without sacrificing safety.
- The Triple Zero Promise: A revolutionary contract offering Zero Upfront Cost, Zero Operational Risk, and Zero Maintenance Worries (120-month guarantee).
We recently had the incredible honor of sitting down with the esteemed hosts of Borak SeeNi on Astro Awani, Malaysia's leading news network. The topic of discussion? How Anyi Smart is fundamentally disrupting the traditional lighting and energy sector, and why our Zero CapEx Smart Lighting Solution is the ultimate catalyst for ESG compliance in Malaysia.
If you missed the live broadcast, this comprehensive article breaks down every major talking point, the technology we showcased, and why property developers, Joint Management Bodies (JMBs), and commercial building owners across the nation are rapidly adopting our AIoT ecosystem.
1. The Core Problem: The Epidemic of "Ghost Electricity" in Malaysia
During the Astro interview, the first major topic we addressed was a silent financial drain affecting nearly every commercial building in the country: Ghost Electricity.
What is Ghost Electricity?
Ghost Electricity refers to the massive amount of energy wasted when traditional lighting infrastructure runs at 100% capacity in unoccupied spaces. Think of your condominium's multi-level underground carpark or a commercial office stairwell. These areas must be lit for safety and security reasons. However, for 80% of the day, these zones are completely empty.
Yet, traditional fluorescent tubes and even standard "dumb" LED tubes continue to burn electricity at full brightness, oblivious to the fact that no one is there.
The Financial Impact on JMBs and Commercial Buildings
As we explained to the Astro audience, this isn't just a minor inefficiency. For a standard high-rise with 1,000 fluorescent tubes in its carpark, Ghost Electricity can result in tens of thousands of Ringgit wasted annually. With the impending TNB AFA Surcharge shifts, this financial bleed is only going to accelerate. Sinking funds that should be used for building upgrades or reducing maintenance fees are instead being handed straight to the utility company for absolutely no return on investment.
2. The Flaws of Traditional ESCOs and Standard LED Retrofits
When building managers realize they have a Ghost Electricity problem, their immediate thought is to perform an LED Lighting Retrofit. However, as highlighted on Borak SeeNi, not all upgrades are created equal.
The Problem with "Dumb" LEDs
Simply swapping an 18W fluorescent tube for an 18W LED tube does save some energy, but it fundamentally fails to solve the Ghost Electricity problem. The LED is still running 24/7. It's a missed opportunity to achieve maximum efficiency.
The Barrier of Traditional ESCOs
Alternatively, property owners might look to traditional Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) for a more comprehensive smart system. But here lies the second major hurdle we discussed on TV: Capital Expenditure (CapEx).
Traditional ESCO models often require massive upfront investments, hidden fees, complex loan structures, or taking a cut of the savings for too long. For many JMBs and SME businesses, approving a RM100,000+ budget for lighting upgrades is a bureaucratic nightmare that often stalls indefinitely.
3. The Solution: Anyi Smart's "Triple Zero Promise"
This is where the conversation on Astro Awani reached its peak. We introduced the concept that is rapidly making Anyi Smart the preferred partner for IoT lighting in commercial real estate: The Triple Zero Promise.
We believe that upgrading to green, ESG-compliant infrastructure shouldn't be a financial burden. It should be a wealth-generating asset.
Zero Upfront Cost (Zero CapEx)
Through our Lighting-as-a-Service (LaaS) model, Anyi Smart absorbs 100% of the capital investment. We provide the hardware, the smart AIoT nodes, and the professional installation. The property owner pays absolutely nothing upfront. Our revenue is strictly derived from a shared percentage of the verified energy savings we generate for you. If you don't save money, we don't get paid.
Zero Operational Risk
Because our profits are tied directly to the performance of the lights, we are heavily incentivized to install the most reliable, highest-performing technology available. You are completely insulated from the risk of buying cheap, faulty equipment.
Zero Maintenance Worries (10-Year Warranty)
Traditional warranties are reactive. If a light breaks, you have to call a technician, wait for parts, and pay for labor. Anyi Smart's system is proactive. As discussed on the broadcast, our AI dashboard monitors every single tube in real-time. If a voltage drop occurs or a tube nears the end of its life, our team is dispatched automatically. We cover all parts and labor for 120 months (10 years) at zero cost.
4. The Technology: 5.8GHz Micro-Doppler Radar and AIoT
The hosts of Borak SeeNi were particularly fascinated by the technology driving these incredible savings. How do we achieve up to 80% energy reduction while maintaining 100% safety?
The secret lies in the integration of 5.8GHz Micro-Doppler Radar directly into every LED T8 Smart Tube.
Unlike outdated PIR (Passive Infrared) sensors that require a direct line of sight and often fail to detect slow movements, our radar technology is highly sensitive and can penetrate glass and thin partitions.
How the Smart Network Operates:
- 10% Standby Mode: When a carpark zone is empty, the smart tubes automatically dim to a gentle 10% brightness. This provides enough ambient light for security cameras and baseline visibility, using almost zero watts.
- Instant 100% Illumination: The moment a vehicle enters the ramp or a pedestrian opens the stairwell door, the radar detects the movement and instantly ramps the lights up to 100% brightness, well before the person even reaches the area.
- Seamless Networking: The tubes communicate with each other. If one tube detects motion, it can trigger adjacent tubes to light up the path ahead, creating a seamless "bubble of light" that follows the user.
5. Driving Malaysia's ESG and NETR Goals
The interview concluded with a broader look at Malaysia's future. With the government pushing the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) and businesses scrambling to meet stringent ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) targets, verifiable data is more important than ever.
Anyi Smart doesn't just install lights; we install a data network. Our AIoT dashboard provides facility managers with real-time analytics on energy consumption, precise carbon emission reductions, and spatial utilization metrics. This data can be exported with one click and directly inserted into corporate ESG reports or used to achieve Green Building Index (GBI) certification.
Conclusion
Our feature on Astro Awani's Borak SeeNi was a major milestone, not just for Anyi Smart, but for the entire movement toward sustainable, zero-risk urban infrastructure in Malaysia.
By eliminating the financial barriers of CapEx and deploying state-of-the-art radar technology, we are helping commercial buildings transform their biggest energy liabilities into their strongest ESG assets.
To learn exactly how much your building could save under the Triple Zero Promise, contact our engineering team today for a free, zero-obligation energy audit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Where can I watch the full Anyi Smart Astro interview? You can catch the full replay of our Borak SeeNi interview on the Astro Awani app or through Astro's official YouTube channel archives.
2. Is the Zero CapEx model really free? What's the catch? There is no catch. It is a shared-savings model. We cover all upfront costs and maintenance. We only get paid by taking a predetermined percentage of the actual money we save you on your TNB bill. You are cash-flow positive from day one.
3. Does the 5.8GHz radar sensor have blind spots? No. Unlike older PIR sensors, the 5.8GHz Micro-Doppler radar offers a wide detection angle and high sensitivity, ensuring there are no blind spots, providing a safe and brightly lit environment the second anyone enters the area.



