Penang has taken another major step in strengthening its renewable energy infrastructure with the groundbreaking of the state’s fifth large-scale solar (LSS5) project in Byram, Nibong Tebal. Developed on an 82-acre site, the RM103 million solar farm is a collaboration between Penang Development Corporation (PDC), via its subsidiary Solar Voltech ... Read More

A floating solar farm – one large enough to power 6,000 homes – is being considered for Penang’s harbour. Its primary purpose is to supply cruise ships with renewable energy, making Penang Port appealing for international cruise lines eager to use sustainably produced electricity. The Star has learnt that this ... Read More