This project, developed by Seri Suria Power, aims to generate over 64,000MWh of clean electricity annually, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels by displacing over 219,000 million British thermal units of natural gas consumption, reported Borneo Bulletin.
The designed solar energy system has a capacity of 60 kWp, producing 75 MWh of usable energy annually. This system uses 66% of the energy available from the sun to generate electricity which covers the electrical demand of Brunei’s residences.
Why is Brunei expanding solar energy use?
When delivering a keynote address at the Brunei Mid-Year Conference and Exhibition 2023-Energy Seminar, Haji Awang Halbi, minister at the Prime Minister's Office and second minister of defence, said, Brunei is expanding solar energy use to ensure energy transition across the whole energy value chain.
As part of this transition, Brunei will likely focus on solar energy as a primary renewable resource, given the global trends and technological advancements in this sector. For instance, companies like SolarBank Corporation are making strides in solar power development.
Could solar projects be a blueprint for Brunei?
The development of solar projects, akin to those by SolarBank, may serve as a blueprint for Brunei as it builds its renewable energy capacity. By leveraging community solar projects and exploring collaborations with international entities, Brunei can accelerate its renewable energy transition.
Will Brunei reach 200 megawatts by 2025?
The Brunei government has taken steps to advance its national solar energy target to 200 megawatts by 2025, and at least 30 percent of the power generation mix by 2035, a minister said yesterday.
Why is solar power underutilized in Brunei?
With the abundance of oil & natural gas resources, the country has one of the cheapest electricity costs in the world. This would in turn make solar power underutilized. The purpose of this project is to design a solar system for Brunei’s medium sized residence to meet the daily energy demands.