Sarawak officials sign MOU with two Chinese companies to explore floating solar development at Bakun Reservoir. (Photo: Government of Sarawak)
The government of Sarawak announced a partnership with China’s China Three Gorges International Corporation (CTGI) and Shanghai Electric to jointly develop a large-scale floating solar project at the Bakun Reservoir on June 10. This initiative is expected to increase the share of renewables in Sarawak’s energy mix.
Leveraging reservoirs to maximize renewable potential
According to the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by the three parties, the floating solar installation could reach a capacity of up to 1 GW. The signing ceremony took place during the SNEC PV+ Expo in Shanghai, widely regarded as the world's largest and most influential solar energy and storage exhibition. The event is expected to elevate the visibility of Sarawak’s green energy ambitions.
