Brunei Power Industrial Park Energy Storage Power Station Project

Why did Brunei upgrade its power plant?

The project upgrade will help Brunei meet its growing power demand and also meet its "Green Brunei" initiative to promote energy efficiency and develop cleaner energy projects.

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 does solar power come from in Brunei?

Currently, the renewable energy source comes from a i. 1.2 MW solar PV power plant, Tenaga Suria Brunei ii. 3.3MW Brunei Shell Petroleum Flagship Solar Plan located in Seria, Belait District iii. Various Solar Roof Top Projects statewide and accounting for about 0.55% of the total power generation mix.

What is Sinar & how will it impact Brunei?

The solar energy generated through Project SINAR will not only support the energy needs of Hengyi Industries’ Petrochemical Refinery but also contribute to Brunei's national power grid when required, enhancing energy sustainability across the nation. Stage 1 of Project SINAR is targeted to be fully completed at the end of April 2025.

What are the major solar installations in Brunei?

Major active solar installations in Brunei include the country’s first, Tenaga Suria Brunei, launched in 2010 with a capacity of 1.2 MWp, and Brunei Shell Petroleum’s 3.3 MWp solar plant, launched in 2021 to supply power to its headquarters. Both plants have plans for further expansion.

Is solar PV a viable option in Brunei Darussalam?

Solar PV is the most viable option in Brunei Darussalam due to significant solar radiance (sunlight) available throughout the country. The utilisation of renewable energy would further diversify the country’s energy mix and reduces reliance on fossil fuels.