Energy sector plays critical role
KUCHING: In a changing business landscape that increasingly emphasises sustainability and digitalisation, the renewable energy sector continues to play a critical role in supporting other industries. Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said, under the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy that was launched last year, the renewable energy sector is tasked […]
North Kalimantan hydro-power plant still under study
KUCHING: A proposal by Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) and its partner in Indonesia to build a hydroelectric plant in North Kalimantan is still being studied, said Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Julaihi Narawi. He said SEB would need to conduct an in-depth study on the proposal. “It is also important to ensure that there […]
More renewable energy to be used for sustainability
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) aims to increase the amount of renewable energy and alternative energy in the generation mix because renewable hydropower will continue to be an important capital for a sustainable energy future. Its chief executive officer (CEO) Datuk Sharbini Suhaili said that by 2030, the company plans to add about five per […]
SEB celebrates 100 years of growth
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy commemorated a century of growth and transformation into Malaysia’s largest renewable energy developer and primary provider of electricity to Sarawak and beyond at a hybrid town hall event on Monday (Feb 21). Attended by staff from 19 different meeting locations, homes and individual workstations with the primary event broadcast from Borneo Convention […]
97 per cent rural communities have access to 24-hour power supply
KUCHING: The rural communities in Sarawak are not left behind from enjoying 24-hour power supply as those living in the urban area. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said about 97 per cent of the rural community already have stable access to reliable, renewable and clean electricity via a suite of […]
Sarawak Energy working on a proposed hydroelectric project in Northern Kalimantan
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad is working with its Indonesian partner through a joint venture company to materialise a proposed hydroelectric project in Northern Kalimantan. Its chief executive officer (CEO) Datu Sharbini Suhaili said if the project is able to materialise, it will be its first international project. “It will also be a significant milestone for […]
Sarawak Energy is now Malaysia’s largest renewable energy developer
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad is now Malaysia’s largest renewable energy developer and has almost met its target of achieving full electrification of Sarawak by 2025. Its chief executive officer (CEO) Datu Sharbini Suhaili said from a customer base of just 84 in southern Sarawak in the 1920s, the Sarawak Energy now provide electricity to over […]
Reliable power supply for Niah soon
MIRI: An ongoing series of supply system reinforcement projects under the Miri system reinforcement plan including the new Niah extra high voltage (EHV) will improve reliability of supply to customers at Niah and its surrounding areas. Sarawak Energy Vice President for Distribution Yusri Safri said the commissioning of the new Niah EHV substation and other […]
Sarawak Energy to honour its vendors
KUCHING: The much-anticipated Sarawak Energy Vendor Awards is back. The event will be broadcast live at 7pm from Pullman Hotel on March 2. “Sarawak Energy Vendor Awards is an event where we will be honouring top-performing local and international vendors that have made significant contributions to Sarawak Energy. “Our special guest, Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi […]
Electricity bill paying machine for Bintangor residents soon
BINTANGOR: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) will provide a bill paying machine in the near future to provide more ease for residents here to pay their electricity bills. According to Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas) in a news report on Saturday (Jan 15), this move is following the closure of the SEB’s customer service counter here […]
