By Danial Dzulkifly
SHAH ALAM, Feb 25 – Selangor has largely moved away from traditional coal-fired power plants in favour of renewable and green energy sources for power generation, said Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari.
He said the state has embarked on several key renewable energy projects as part of its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
“At present, only one plant in Jeram and possibly another in Klang are still using coal. However, other energy plants have transitioned to cleaner sources, including waste-to-energy (WTE) plants.
The WTE plant in Jeram, which is nearing completion, converts daily-collected waste into energy for consumers within the state. Overall, Selangor has moved towards green technology,” he said during a question-and-answer session at the Selangor State Legislative Assembly, here today.
Amirudin also pointed to the Pulau Indah Power Plant, owned by the state government through Worldwide Holdings Bhd, as one of the key projects in this transition. The gas-powered plant is capable of generating between 1,020 and 1,200 megawatts.
“The plant is currently undergoing testing and commissioning and is expected to be operational by mid-year or, at the latest, by August,” he said.
Similarly, the state has also invested in energy generation projects using water resources in Batang Kali.
Additionally, Amirudin also revealed that Worldwide Holdings recently won a bid to develop a 300-megawatt solar farm, touted to be one of the largest solar projects in the country.
Amirudin was responding to a question from Ijok assemblyman Jefri Medan on the state’s push towards green energy, particularly in supporting the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and reducing reliance on coal.
Earlier, Amirudin outlined the state’s efforts to build a more robust automotive ecosystem, including training Selangor Technical Skills Development Centre (STDC) graduates with critical industry skills.
He also expressed confidence that the completion of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) in the state, particularly its connection to Hulu Selangor, would further boost the automotive sector.
He cited companies such as Tan Chong Motors, Perodua, and the recently-established Chery plant in Hulu Selangor as key players strengthening Selangor’s position as an automotive and logistics hub.
