RUR A L E L E C T R I F I CAT I ON
Under the Ministry of Rural Development, Rural Electricity Supply Programme includes a grid connection method, alternative methods such as hybrid solar and hydro micro and installation of streetlights in the village to ensure the readiness of sufficiency in electricity supply, guarantee and reliability to the people especially in rural areas.
Peninsular Malaysia has almost 100% electrification; the picture differs in east Malaysia. Sabah and Sarawak electrification rates are decidedly lower, at 77% and 67% respectively.
To increase electricity delivery to these areas, the government is sponsoring the rural electrification program, with a goal of connecting 140,000 homes to 24-hours supply.
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