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Gentari and Gamuda Collaborate on 1.5 GW Solar Energy Project to Power Malaysia's Hyperscale Data Centers

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Gentari, a Malaysian clean energy solutions provider, and Gamuda, an engineering and construction company, have joined forces to develop a 1.5 GW solar energy project to meet the power demands of strategic hyperscale data centers in Malaysia. The project, established under the national Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS) framework, aims to advance the country's renewable energy transition and reinforce its role as a regional digital economy hub.

Key Takeaways:

  • The partnership between Gentari and Gamuda will develop approximately 1.5 GW of renewable energy capacity through solar photovoltaic power plants paired with battery energy storage systems (BESS) to meet the energy demands of hyperscale data centers in Malaysia.
  • The project will be established under the national Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS) framework, which aims to promote corporate renewable energy supply and demand.
  • Gentari and Gamuda will leverage each other's strengths, with Gentari bringing its expertise in large-scale renewable energy development and operations, and Gamuda contributing its proven regional track record in engineering, construction, and delivery of complex infrastructure projects.
  • The partnership will help advance Malaysia's renewable energy transition and reinforce its role as a regional digital economy hub.
  • Hyperscale data centers are projected to require over 5 GW of reliable power by 2035, highlighting the urgent need to expand renewable energy capacity to meet rising demand.
  • The project will contribute to driving long-term growth in Malaysia's digital economy, which is growing rapidly and requires reliable and sustainable power.
  • Gentari has over 8 GW of installed and under construction renewable energy capacity across its operating markets, demonstrating its commitment to delivering practical, scalable clean energy projects.

Statistics:

  • 1.5 GW: The total capacity of renewable energy to be developed through this project.
  • 2035: The year by which hyperscale data centers are projected to require over 5 GW of reliable power.
  • 5 GW: The projected power demand of hyperscale data centers in Malaysia by 2035.
  • 8 GW: Gentari's current installed and under construction renewable energy capacity across its operating markets.

Sources:

  • Global Data Point (2022)
  • SyndiGate Media Inc. (2022)

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