Malaysia’s installed renewable energy (RE) capacity has reached nearly 32% as of last month, putting the country on track to achieve its target of 35% by 2030.
Renewable energy sources include solar, hydropower, wind, biomass and energy storage systems, which help ensure a stable electricity supply.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the achievement reflects Malaysia’s steady progress in advancing its energy transition agenda under the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR).
He noted that the country had already achieved 31% installed renewable energy capacity by December 2025, meeting the government’s earlier target.
“The government aims to increase installed renewable energy capacity to 35% by 2030 and 70% by 2050. Through the NETR, we have established a clear roadmap to transform the nation’s energy sector.
“Energy transition is no longer an option but a strategic necessity to ensure national energy security, strengthen economic resilience, attract high-quality investments and fulfil Malaysia’s commitments to the global climate agenda,” he said during the launch of the Large-Scale Solar 5 (LSS5) project in Kampung Serongga, Pasir Mas, on Thursday.
Fadillah, who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), said the government remains committed to ensuring that the country’s energy transition is implemented in a balanced manner based on the principles of energy security, affordability and sustainability.
He said expanding access to competitively priced green electricity is crucial to supporting Malaysia’s energy transition while attracting more high-quality investments.
According to Fadillah, the LSS5 project in Pasir Mas reflects investors’ confidence in the country’s energy policies and demonstrates strong collaboration between the federal government, the Kelantan state government and the private sector in driving a sustainable low-carbon economy.
The project is also expected to contribute to the national electricity supply, create job opportunities, stimulate the local economy, support the growth of related industries and bring economic benefits to communities in Pasir Mas and across Kelantan.
Fadillah said Kelantan has significant potential to further expand its renewable energy capacity, particularly in solar power generation, due to its large areas of suitable land, support from the state government and active participation from the private sector.
He also encouraged homeowners, mosques, other places of worship and commercial property owners in the state to take advantage of PETRA’s solar programmes to increase the adoption of rooftop solar systems.
Meanwhile, Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud said the LSS5 project is expected to become a benchmark for renewable energy development in the state and serve as a catalyst for more high-quality investments.
He said the project’s success would strengthen Kelantan’s position as a destination for sustainable, innovation-driven and green technology investments while supporting the state’s long-term economic development.
