Will Malaysia put energy exports to Singapore before its green economy plans? - South China Morning Post
As Malaysia eyes renewable energy exports to Singapore, can it stick to its ambitious energy goals? | South China Morning Post
Malaysia remains heavily reliant on coal and natural gas to power homes and industries. Photo: EPA-EFE
As Malaysia eyes renewable energy exports to Singapore, can it stick to its ambitious energy goals?
- Malaysia sees boosting renewable energy exports, principally to Singapore, as the logical way to fund its ambitious energy transition plans
- But analysts urge the government to prioritise domestic consumption of renewable energy-based electricity, to put the economy on a greener footing
Malaysia remains heavily reliant on coal and natural gas to power homes and industries. Photo: EPA-EFE
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