MSCA E-NEWSLETTER VOL.4

Solar Powered EV Charging Station Malaysia’s first solar EV charging station was launched in 2018 by PLUS Malaysia Bhd (PLUS) , located at the Ayer Keroh Overhead Bridge Restaurant (southbound) on the North- South Expressway. It was built at a cost of RM450,000 in collaboration with Malaysian Green Technology Corporation (GreenTech Malaysia) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation, through the Global Environment Facility.

The first solar electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Malaysia

Future Targets Regarding Renewable Energy in Malaysia The renewable energy sector plays an important role in achieving sustainable development goals. However, the real challenge is to prioritize the accessibility of renewable energy in order to benefit all people regardless of income level. Therefore, several criteria need to be considered to achieve a successful green energy transition.

▪ Policies Appropriate subsidy or financial incentive to households/reside ntial sector.

▪ Roadmap and action plan

▪ Awareness Public Awareness and Education Campaign on Renewable Energy

Optimize the socio-economic benefits from the development of RE in Malaysia, whilst positively contributing towards the global climate-change agenda in decarbonizing the power sector for a better future.

The Government and industry players need to join the effort toward a vibrant RE ecosystem in Malaysia. Furthermore, all parties play an important role in making people realize that green energy is not only a luxury but an affordable essential in life. With the government initiatives and policies as well as the growth of the RE industry, Malaysia is on the right track toward a clean, greener nation.

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