Sarawak nears deal to supply hydropower

Sarawak Energy, along with Singapore Power Group and Sembcorp Industries, has completed technical studies on the cables linking Borneo to the city-state, Sarawak premier Abang Johari said. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak is in advanced negotiations with Singapore to supply hydropower via submarine cables.

State energy unit Sarawak Energy, along with Singapore Power Group and Sembcorp Industries, has completed technical studies on the cables linking Borneo to the city-state, Sarawak premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said.

Sarawak generates 75% of its electricity from hydropower and has stated its ambition to become a renewable energy powerhouse in the region. — Bloomberg