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Will Brunei develop a solar power plant in Kampung Sungai Akar?

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei will develop a 30 MW solar power plant in Kampung Sungai Akar, paving the way to cut carbon emissions and shift towards renewable energy.

Will Brunei build a solar power plant in 2022?

Construction of the solar power plant is slated to start in 2022, with $50,000 earmarked to conduct a land survey in Kg Sg Akar. Both the Bukit Panggal and Belingus solar farms will produce 15 MW of solar energy. Apart from the three new solar power plants, Brunei will expand its solar energy project in Seria from 1.2 MW to 4.2 MW.

Where is BSP's flagship solar PV plant located in Brunei?

BSP's flagship solar PV plant is located at G11 along Jalan Tengah, Seria. It is the second solar plant in Brunei and was constructed over seven months. During this time, almost 7,000 solar panels were installed on the four hectares of land. The 3.3MWp plant produced its first power on 30th March 2021.

Which companies have already installed solar photovoltaic technology in Brunei?

Local companies such as Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) and Berakas Power Company have already installed solar photovoltaic (PV) technology earlier this year, the minister added. BSP last year began construction of its 3.3 MW solar park near its headquarters at Seria’s Jln Tengah.

Who received a pesambah from BSP solar PV project team?

The BSP Solar PV Project Team presented a Pesambah to His Royal Highness during a briefing about their flagship solar plant project. Located at G11 along Jalan Tengah, Seria, the solar plant is the second in Brunei and features the latest solar panel technology.

Can a solar farm be developed in Brunei?

The new solar farms may be developed through public-private partnerships as the ministry seeks to reduce the government’s financial burden. Brunei has set a target of generating 100 MW of solar energy by 2025 as part of the government’s initiative to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 20 percent over the next 10 years.