Here's How TNB Is Leading Malaysia's Energy Transition Towards A Greener Future
From enabling digital innovation to reducing carbon emissions, TNB is lighting the way forward for Malaysia's energy transition.
By Khirthnadhevi Kumar — 19 Dec 2024, 10:37 AM
Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) isn't just ensuring your lights stay on — it's driving Malaysia's shift toward a greener, more sustainable energy future
By investing in renewable energy, modernising the power grid, and enhancing infrastructure, TNB is paving the way for a reliable and eco-friendly energy system that supports homes, businesses, and Malaysia's booming digital economy.
1. TNB's investments go beyond energy — they're fueling Malaysia's economic growth
Reliable electricity powers industries, attracts foreign investments, and strengthens the nation's economic resilience.
In 2023, TNB's dividend payments of RM2.66 billion directly benefited pension funds, government-linked investment entities, and millions of Malaysians. These returns underscore the importance of maintaining TNB's financial stability, enabling continued support for energy security and infrastructure upgrades.
2. With sectors like data centres driving Malaysia's digital economy, energy demand is soaring
In the first half of 2024 alone, TNB connected seven data centre projects to its grid, delivering a combined capacity of 1,070 megawatts (MW). Another 3.2 gigawatts (GW) worth of projects is currently in the pipeline.
This increasing demand highlights the need for a modernised and resilient energy grid. TNB is responding by laying out an ambitious Regulatory Period 4 (RP4) plan for 2025-2027, which includes RM30-45 billion in capital expenditure for renewable energy integration and grid enhancements.
3. TNB is making significant strides in supporting Malaysia's National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), targeting net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
Some of its key renewable energy initiatives include:
Nenggiri Hydroelectric Dam: This 300-MW project is set to be operational by Q2 2027, bolstering both renewable energy generation and energy security.
Hybrid Hydro-Floating Solar Projects: TNB's innovative Hybrid Hydro-Floating Solar (HHFS) projects in Chenderoh (45MWp) and Temenggor (300MWp) combine hydroelectric and solar energy, maximising efficiency and stability.
Centralised Solar Parks (CSPs): TNB is developing five CSPs, each with a 150MWp capacity, to supply clean energy through the Corporate Renewable Electricity Supply Scheme (CRESS). This initiative enables businesses to adopt green energy and lower their carbon footprints.
To prepare for Malaysia's future energy needs, TNB is focused on strengthening its power grid.
The record-breaking peak demand of 20,066 MW in July 2024 underscores the urgency for capacity expansion and infrastructure modernisation. Electricity demand in Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah rose by 6.3% year-on-year in Q2 2024, with the domestic segment alone growing by 11.9%.
By integrating renewable energy, modernising infrastructure, and supporting Malaysia's economic growth, TNB is shaping a sustainable future for the nation.
Find out more about TNB's green efforts and initiatives at Tenaga Nasional Berhad.
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