Solar Energy Adoption in Selangor Expected to Rise as State Accelerates Green Transition
SHAH ALAM: Selangor is expected to witness stronger growth in solar energy adoption following the introduction of the Solar Accelerated Transition Action Programme (Solar ATAP), a new initiative aimed at speeding up the state’s transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.
Selangor Environment and Public Health Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin said the positive outlook is also supported by the growing number of companies offering solar installation packages that require no upfront capital from customers.
According to her, the financing model is making solar technology more accessible to homeowners, businesses and institutions by removing one of the main barriers to adoption — the high initial installation cost.
“With this approach, building owners do not have to bear additional upfront expenses.
“At the same time, they can enjoy long-term savings through the electricity generated by their own solar systems,” she said while winding up the debate on the Selangor Resilience Strengthening Package at the State Legislative Assembly today.
Jamaliah noted that the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) has also listed companies offering such financing schemes under its Registered Photovoltaic Solar Investor (RPVI) programme, allowing consumers to choose certified service providers with greater confidence.
She said solar adoption in Selangor has shown encouraging progress, particularly among government agencies and public institutions.
Based on SEDA data under the Net Energy Metering for Government Buildings (NEM Gomen) programme, a total of 70 government buildings, including premises owned by local authorities, have registered under the scheme.
The registered facilities account for a combined installed capacity of 5.69 megawatts.
Of the total, 2.23MW is generated from solar systems installed at the Selangor State Secretariat building and District and Land Office buildings throughout the state.
“This reflects the state government’s commitment to leading by example in the adoption of renewable energy,” she said.
The private sector has also embraced solar technology at an increasing pace.
Jamaliah said SEDA Malaysia’s records show that 392.97MW of electricity is currently generated under the NEM programme involving commercial, industrial and agricultural users.
She added that some private companies have opted to install solar systems solely for self-consumption without exporting excess electricity back to the national grid.
“This trend indicates that more organisations are viewing solar energy not merely as an alternative source of power, but as a long-term investment capable of lowering operational costs and improving sustainability,” she said.
According to Jamaliah, solar energy is increasingly becoming an essential component of Selangor’s low-carbon development agenda.
She said wider adoption of renewable energy would help reduce greenhouse gas emissions while strengthening the state’s environmental sustainability efforts.
In a related development, Jamaliah revealed that Selangor is currently developing the Government Green Energy (GGE) project through a collaboration involving TNB Renewables Sdn Bhd and Worldwide Holdings Berhad.
The project involves the construction of a solar farm in Hulu Bernam with an expected generation capacity of up to 100MW.
It is targeted to commence operations by 2028, subject to the completion of agreements and approvals from the relevant authorities.
“The implementation of this project will expand the use of renewable energy in government operations.
“At the same time, it will reduce dependence on conventional electricity sources and support efforts to lower carbon emissions in line with Selangor’s sustainable development agenda,” she said.
Jamaliah stressed that the state government remains committed to strengthening its green energy policies as part of a broader strategy to create a more resilient, environmentally friendly and sustainable future for Selangor.
