National Renewable Energy Policy and Action Plan, 2009 (Malaysia)
The Renewable Energy Policy of Malaysia envisions national electricity supply security and sustainable socio-economic development through enhanced utilization of indigenous renewable energy (RE) resources. The five Policy objectives embody elements of energy, industry and environmental policies.
The objectives are:
- To increase RE contribution in the national power generation mix
- To facilitate the growth of the RE industry
- To ensure reasonable RE generation costs
- To conserve the environment for future generation
- To enhance awareness on the role and importance of RE
Five strategic thrusts have been identified:
- Introduce appropriate regulatory framework
- Provide conducive environment for RE businesses
- Intensify human capital
- Enhance RE research and development
- Design and implement an RE advocacy programme
The Policy concludes that the RE Policy is necessary for the development and growth of the RE businesses in Malaysia, as a vital mitigation initiative in reducing green house gas emissions from the use of fossil fuels in electricity generation.