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Developers urged to install solar panels in new housing projects

الاثنين، 28 أكتوبر 2024

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 28): Housing developers are encouraged to install solar panels on rooftops in new housing projects, in line with Malaysia’s commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions as early as 2050 through the National Energy Transition Roadmap.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof (pictured) said that so far, Sime Darby Property Bhd (KL:SIMEPROP) had taken the initiative to implement a pilot rooftop solar project in its latest property development.

“This is one of the programmes to install rooftop solar panels, which will supply energy back to the grid. The returns will be shared, including with homeowners,” he said during an oral question and answer session in the Dewan Rakyat on Monday.

He was responding to a supplementary question from Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man (Perikatan Nasional-Kubang Kerian) regarding initiatives to encourage rooftop solar panel installations in housing projects.

Fadillah, who is also the energy transition and water transformation minister, said the project’s success would serve as a basis for nationwide implementation.

Meanwhile, Fadillah said the government is continuing the e-Rebate programme, with an allocation of RM70 million under Budget 2025, to raise awareness of energy efficiency and to support low-income groups.

He said those purchasing approved appliances rated five and four stars will be eligible for the rebate.

“They can claim it from Seda (the Sustainable Energy Development Authority of Malaysia). It is hoped that this programme will not only increase awareness of energy efficiency but also help those in need,” he said.

He was responding to a supplementary question from Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah (Barisan Nasional-Paya Besar) on efforts to promote the use of energy-efficient electrical appliances among the public, especially the bottom 40% income group.

Under Budget 2025, an e-Rebate of up to RM70 million is allocated to encourage consumers and industries to purchase energy-efficient electrical equipment.

 

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