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Brunei's Largest Solar Power Plant to Become Operational by 2026

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Construction has commenced on Brunei's largest solar power plant, a 30MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facility in Kampong Belimbing, developed by Seri Suria Power. The project aims to generate over 64,000MWh of clean electricity annually, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels by displacing over 219,000 million British thermal units of natural gas consumption. The plant, situated on a 332,900m former landfill site, will serve as a learning hub, providing locals with skills for Brunei's low-carbon future. The project supports Brunei's goal of achieving 30% renewables in installed capacity by 2035 and a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by the end of this decade.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 30MW solar power plant, developed by Seri Suria Power, is claimed to be Brunei's largest solar power plant.
  • The plant aims to generate over 64,000MWh of clean electricity annually.
  • The project will significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels by displacing over 219,000 million British thermal units of natural gas consumption.
  • The plant is being constructed on a 332,900m former landfill site.
  • The project supports Brunei's goal of achieving 30% renewables in installed capacity by 2035 and a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by the end of this decade.
  • The engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning works are being executed by Serikandi Solarvest, a joint venture of Solarvest, Serikandi Oilfield Services, and Khazanah Satu.
  • Seri Suria Power has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement with the country's Department of Electrical Services.
  • The plant will serve as a learning hub, providing locals with skills for Brunei's low-carbon future.
  • Dato Paduka Awang Haji Jamain bin Haji Julaihi, director of Seri Suria Power, said the project is a symbol of Brunei's commitment to sustainable development and energy diversification.

Statistics:

  • The 30MW solar power plant aims to generate over 64,000MWh of clean electricity annually.
  • The project will significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels by displacing over 219,000 million British thermal units of natural gas consumption.
  • The plant is being constructed on a 332,900m former landfill site.
  • Seri Suria Power has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement with the country's Department of Electrical Services.
  • The project supports Brunei's goal of achieving 30% renewables in installed capacity by 2035 and a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by the end of this decade.

Sources:

  • Borneo Bulletin
  • PVTech

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