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Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sabah showcases energy ambitions at Energy Asia
Abdul Nasser speaking during the panel session on 'Energising Malaysia's Growth' at Energy Asia 2025. KOTA KINABALU (July 23): The Energy Asia 2025 conference in Kuala Lumpur provided Sabah with a platform to highlight its commitment to the energy transition, showcasing the state's renewable energy ambitions and policy leadership, particularly in the power sector. During the conference, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Energy Commission of Sabah, Datuk Ir Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid, outlined efforts by Sabah, Sarawak, and Peninsular Malaysia to harmonise clean energy policies, targets and infrastructure planning. The aim, he said, was to establish a more cohesive and efficient approach to nationwide power sector decarbonisation. In a session titled 'Energising Malaysia's Growth', Abdul Nasser joined a panel of national energy leaders, including Tenaga Nasional Berhad President and CEO Datuk Ir Megat Jalaluddin Megat Hassan, Sustainable Energy Development Authority Malaysia CEO Datuk Hamzah Hussin, and Sarawak Energy Group Chief Operating Officer Ir James Ung Sing Kwong. The four leaders discussed how the region's journey toward decarbonisation must not compromise energy security, reliability, or affordability, which are key priorities for emerging and developed economies. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the conference, Abdul Nasser said the opportunity to speak at Energy Asia was valuable, as it allowed him to showcase Sabah's strengths and offerings in the renewable energy space. 'A key strength we want to highlight is our flexibility and efficiency in decision-making, which enables faster and more coordinated action,' he said. 'We also take pride in our business-friendly approach. Sabah is open and welcoming to investors, and we ensure that our processes are clear, transparent, and supportive of sustainable growth.' He added that beyond its renewable energy resources, Sabah aimed to support Malaysia's broader national agenda by contributing meaningfully to the country's energy transition goals. Another focus of the session, he said, was the need to build a resilient and interconnected energy network. Given its strategic geographical location, Sabah was well-positioned to serve as a central hub for regional interconnection between Kalimantan, Sarawak, Brunei and the Philippines, strengthening both regional energy security and cross-border collaboration, he added. Hosted by Petronas, in collaboration with Knowledge Partner CERAWeek by S&P Global, Energy Asia 2025 was held from June 16 to 18 and concluded with a strong call to accelerate an energy transition that is just, inclusive, and grounded in practical solutions. The event brought together more than 4,000 participants from 60 countries and 38 sectors, including policymakers, investors, innovators and energy professionals, to exchange ideas. Through over 50 dialogues across seven sub-themes, the conference explored regional collaboration to strengthen energy security, advance renewables, drive decarbonisation, enable technology transfer, and foster economic and social development.
The Star
7 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Sabah poised for growth in renewable energy sector, says ECoS
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is well-positioned to advance in renewable energy, supporting the nation's energy transition goals, according to the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS). ECoS Chief Executive Officer Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid ( pic ) highlighted Sabah's flexibility and efficiency in decision-making, business-friendly approaches, and strategic geographical location as key strengths. He noted that flexibility and efficiency allow for faster, more coordinated action, while business-friendly approaches make Sabah welcoming to investors. "We ensure that our processes are clear, transparent, and supportive of sustainable growth," he said. Beyond renewable energy resources, Sabah aims to support Malaysia's broader national agenda by contributing significantly to energy transition goals. A focus of the session was the need to build a resilient and interconnected energy network. "Given its strategic geographical location, Sabah is well-positioned to serve as a central hub for regional interconnection between Kalimantan, Sarawak, Brunei, and the Philippines, strengthening regional energy security and cross-border collaboration," he said. These points were showcased at the recent Energy Asia 2025 conference in Kuala Lumpur, where speakers highlighted Sabah's commitment to the energy transition, showcasing the state's renewable energy ambitions and policy leadership, particularly in the power sector. During the conference, Abdul outlined efforts by Sabah, Sarawak, and Peninsular Malaysia to harmonise clean energy policies, targets, and infrastructure planning. The aim is to establish a more cohesive and efficient approach to nationwide power sector decarbonisation. In a session titled "Energising Malaysia's Growth," Abdul joined a panel of national energy leaders, including Tenaga Nasional Berhad President and CEO Datuk Megat Jalaluddin Megat Hassan, Sustainable Energy Development Authority Malaysia CEO Datuk Hamzah Hussin, and Sarawak Energy Group Chief Operating Officer James Ung Sing Kwong. The leaders discussed how the region's journey toward decarbonisation must not compromise energy security, reliability, or affordability, which are priorities for emerging and developed economies. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the conference, Abdul said the opportunity to speak at Energy Asia was valuable, allowing him to showcase Sabah's strengths and offerings in the renewable energy sector. Hosted by Petronas in collaboration with Knowledge Partner CeraWeek by S&P Global, Energy Asia 2025 concluded with a strong call to accelerate an energy transition that is just, inclusive, and grounded in practical solutions. The event brought together more than 4,000 participants from 60 countries and 38 sectors, including policymakers, investors, innovators, and energy professionals to exchange ideas. Through over 50 dialogues across seven sub-themes, the conference explored regional collaboration to strengthen energy security, advance renewables, drive decarbonisation, enable technology transfer, and foster economic and social development.
Daily Express
09-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Justin says Tawau overlooked; seeks equal infrastructure development
Published on: Wednesday, July 09, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 09, 2025 By: Sherell Jeffrey Text Size: Justin also raised concerns about the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) requiring businesses with valid generator licenses to pay extra fees and resubmit paperwork, despite the ECoS Chief Executive Officer saying that reapplication was not necessary. Kota Kinabalu: Sri Tanjong Assemblyman Justin Wong wants fairer treatment for Tawau, which he says deserves better roads, flood mitigations and basic services. 'Why do we always hear about flyover projects and upgrade projects only in Kota Kinabalu. I am not jealous of Kota Kinabalu, but I am asking for a better treatment for Tawau,' Justin said when debating the Supplementary Supply Bill 2025, Monday. 'The people of Tawau are Sabahans too, they are also Malaysians and they will also vote in the upcoming elections.' He is particularly upset about Jalan Sin Onn, which needs to be widened to handle heavy traffic. 'I once again request the government to upgrade the road to a dual carriageway so that people in Tawau do not have to suffer so much with traffic congestion,' he said. The government's current plan is to build two roundabouts instead of widening the road, but Justin thinks this is a terrible idea due to safety concerns, especially with a nearby school and heavy machinery accessing factories. 'Government officials could not promise that the roundabouts would solve the traffic problems, while some residents say they might have to wait another 10 years for proper road upgrades,' he said. He also pointed out the ongoing flood situation in Tawau, citing floods that occurred just two days earlier. 'The flood issue has been dragging on for a long time. I have raised this issue in this assembly many times over the past five years since I became a people's representative in 2020 but there appears to be no improvement. 'Floods is among obstacles to future development and the welfare of the people. Businesses do not want to take risks to invest in areas that are frequently hit by floods,' he said. Additionally, he pointed out abandoned projects and maintenance issues in Tawau, citing the flood mitigation plan for Sungai Tawau announced in 2019 that has been abandoned without clear explanation. 'A RM7.5 million flood gate completed in January near the main market remains unused due to unpaid electricity bills. 'This Tidal Gate has been completed and has been approved by the Tawau Municipal Council, but due to the failure to settle the electricity bill, the Tidal Gate cannot be used. 'What kind of planning is this that does not make sense? Why does the government take so long to resolve this Consumer Contribution Charge?' he said. 'Contractors for cleaning and maintaining drains, especially on Jalan Sin Onn and Jalan Timur, have not been hired since October last year, leaving drains clogged and contributing to flooding,' he added. Justin also raised concerns about the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) requiring businesses with valid generator licenses to pay extra fees and resubmit paperwork, despite the ECoS Chief Executive Officer saying that reapplication was not necessary. 'One company with a valid license until December 6, 2027, is still required to resubmit existing drawings to ECoS for verification, resulting in additional charges including RM4,000 to the competent person,' he said. 'The head of ECoS had publicly said people with existing licenses do not need to reapply, but the contractors ECoS hired are telling businesses the opposite. 'If the ECoS CEO already said no need to reapply, why are their appointed contractors doing the opposite? This explanation is important to clarify things so that users do not become victims due to confusing information. 'As an opposition member, I criticise for the sake of Sabah's progress, not for the sake of objection,' Justin said, adding that he hopes government representatives do not take his criticism personally. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
03-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
ECoS reduces mandatory genset visits for residential, commercial premises
Nasser KOTA KINABALU (July 3): The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) acknowledges the concerns raised by owners of standby gensets in residential premises regarding the requirement for periodic visits by Competent Persons as stipulated under the Electricity Supply Enactment 2024. ECoS Chief Executive Officer Datuk Ir. Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid clarified that under current regulations, not all registered standby genset installations require periodic visits by a Competent Person. Installations operating at low voltage and supplied through switchgear rated below 100 amperes, whether in residential premises, commercial, or industrial, do not require such periodic visits. ECoS has also decided not to make periodic visits mandatory for low voltage registered installations in residential and commercial premises supplied through switchgear rated above 100 amperes but below 300 amperes. For industrial premises, including petrol stations, the frequency of visits may be reduced from once a month to once every three months. For large-scale commercial and industrial premises receiving supply at 11,000 volts, the frequency of visits may be reduced from twice a month to once a month. For installations receiving supply from above 11,000 volts up to 132,000 volts, the frequency may be reduced from four times a month to twice a month. This is due to the greater risks posed by any operational failures at such premises, not only to the owners but also to the workers operating the installations, occupants and the public. This decision is in line with the authority granted under Regulation 72 of the Electricity Supply Regulations 2024. However, any request for reduced visit frequency must be applied for and is subject to safety level verification by ECoS officers. Nasser emphasized that although exemptions and reductions in visit frequency are permitted, owners of installations are fully responsible for ensuring the installations remain safe. He also urged installation owners to contact ECoS offices or visit the 'Talk2ECoS' portal at for any issues or further clarification on this matter.
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Daily Express
03-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Reduced inspection frequency for low-voltage standby gensets in Sabah
Published on: Thursday, July 03, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 03, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: The Energy Commission of Sabah (Ecos) has clarified that not all registered standby generator installations in residential premises require periodic checks by Competent Persons under the new Electricity Supply Enactment 2024. Ecos CEO Datuk Abdul Nasser bin Abdul Wahid ( pic ) said installations operating at low voltage and connected via switchgear rated below 100 amperes are exempt from such visits, whether in homes, commercial, or industrial premises. He added that low-voltage setups using switchgear rated between 100 and 300 amperes in residential and commercial premises will also not require mandatory visits. For industrial sites, including petrol stations, the required visits may be reduced from monthly to once every three months, while premises supplied at 11,000 volts may now only require monthly instead of fortnightly visits. However, high-voltage sites receiving supply up to 132,000 volts remain subject to stricter oversight, with any request for reduced visits subject to Ecos' safety checks and formal approval. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
