What is Brunei's largest national solar project?

KUALA LUMPUR: Solarvest Holdings Bhd's subsidiary Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd has secured Brunei's largest national solar project, with a generation capacity of 30 megawatts (MW). The project will be developed through a joint venture company, Seri Suria Power (B) Sdn Bhd, in partnership with Serikandi Oilfield Services Sdn Bhd and Khazanah Satu Sdn Bhd.

What are the major solar installations in Brunei?

Major active solar installations in Brunei include the country’s first, Tenaga Suria Brunei, launched in 2010 with a capacity of 1.2 MWp, and Brunei Shell Petroleum’s 3.3 MWp solar plant, launched in 2021 to supply power to its headquarters. Both plants have plans for further expansion.

Why is Brunei launching a solarvest project?

Solarvest executive director and group chief strategy officer Leon Liew Chee Ing said the project reflects Brunei's strong commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future, given the nation's abundance of fossil fuels.

What are the main energy resources in Brunei Darussalam?

Crude oil and natural gas were the main energy resources in Brunei Darussalam. In 2015, total primary energy was met mainly by natural gas (84%); oil’s share remained at 16%. Total primary energy supply declined by 3% in 2014–2015, from 4,154 kilotons of oil equivalent (ktoe) to 4,034 ktoe.

Does Brunei have a sustainable future?

Brunei is targeting 30% renewable energy in total power generation mix by 2035, with 200 MWp of solar energy by 2025. The launch event also saw the release of Hengyi’s 2023 ESG Report, which highlights their progress in environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and governance.

How will solar energy benefit Hengyi industries' petrochemical refinery?

“The solar energy generated through Project SINAR will not only support the energy needs of Hengyi Industries’ petrochemical refinery, but will also contribute to Brunei’s national power grid when required, enhancing energy sustainability across the nation,” said Qiu Jianlin.