Are battery energy storage systems becoming a reality in Malaysia?

The utilities sector in Malaysia is witnessing significant advancements in battery energy storage systems (BESS), evolving from concept to reality with notable projects underway. The first large-scale BESS project is currently being constructed in Sabah, a pivotal development for the country’s energy landscape.

Should Malaysia adopt solar power?

Solar is also the cheapestsource of electricity in many countries. As such, the government has become more proactive indetermining areas suited for solar power adoption, notably battery energy storage systems in Malaysia.

What is Peninsular Malaysia's first utility-scale battery storage project?

The project marks Peninsular Malaysia’s first utility-scale battery storage project. Back in February, Tenaga had talked about a battery pilot project that it said would be “operated by Grid System Operator (GSO), and overseen by the EC”.

What is the largest battery storage project in Malaysia?

IN Lahad Datu on the east coast of Sabah, a 400 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery storage project is set to be Asean’s largest to be commissioned to date. To be completed in July, the project is also the largest in Malaysia, putting Sabah ahead of the other states in setting up such an infrastructure.

Does Malaysia have a commitment to green energy?

The country’s proactive alignment of strategies with BESS development showcases its commitment to green energy. The Malaysia Renewable Energy Roadmap (MyRER) outlines target and investment in BESS projects as part of its energy transition.

Why is Malaysia launching a Bess project?

The inaugural development of public BESS project in Malaysia is part of the Government’s efforts to support the energy transition and achieve the goals of increasing the country’s installed renewable energy capacity to 70% and to achieve net-zero by 2050.