Homeowners can profit from solar power, says Premier
BALI: The recent amendment to the Electricity Ordinance holds significant implications for homeowners in Sarawak, allowing them to instal solar panels on rooftops, generating electricity up to 50 KW. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the amendment permits homeowners to sell excess electricity generated by solar panels back to the grid […]
More Malaysians transitioning to solar power to reduce electric bills
By Soon Li Wei KUALA LUMPUR: Petrol station manager Peter Wong’s electricity bill used to be around RM280 a month but he has been smiling since installing 10 solar panels in his house last year as he enjoys almost free electricity. Wong, 37, started worrying about his rather steep power bills three years ago after […]
Exploring hydrogen, solar power for alternative renewable energy
KUCHING: In addition to its sources of hydroelectricity Sarawak Energy is also exploring alternative clean energy pathways with other renewables like hydrogen and solar power. Hydrogen is primarily aimed at greening Sarawak’s transportation sector while solar energy is utilised to provide micro-grids to light up Sarawak’s remote hinterland villages. Sarawak Energy group chief executive officer […]
Solar in Malaysia — challenges, and too much of a good thing?
By Sii Radziah Hamzah SOLAR enthusiasts are jumping on the bandwagon to promote the renewable energy (RE) source, harping that it is freely available and more cost-effective. But is this true? And is too much solar a good thing? Let’s explore this further. Solar is available only during the day; thus, you still need to […]
Continuous development assured
TATAU: Residents in Ulu Kakus have been assured that various development projects have been planned and implemented in the Kakus constituency. Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Sarawak Bumiputera Law and Customs) Datuk John Sikie Tayai said presently, areas in Ulu Kakus had been provided with solar-powered electricity. He pointed out that electricity supply […]
Solar power for Sarawak’s remote areas
TATAU: Remote areas which are not connected to the state electricity grid will be powered using solar energy under the Sarawak Alternative Rural Electrification Scheme (Sares). Native Laws and Customs Assistant Minister Datuk John Sikie Tayai said this would ensure that all remote areas would have dependable electricity supplies. “The very remote areas will be […]
