Will Solar Transmit Our Renewable Energy Targets?

Davis Chong, President, MPIA (Malaysian Photovoltaic Industry Association)

07-Sep-23 07:45

Will Solar Transmit Our Renewable Energy Targets?

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The National Energy Transition Roadmap and New Industrial Master Plan will work together to help Malaysia achieve the 70% renewable energy capacity target. The solar industry will stand to benefit significantly from these policy initiatives as it is positioned to be the most accessible renewable energy resource. We speak with Davis Chong, President of MPIA to get his outlook, and do we have the right incentives, financing, and skilled sets to take advantage of the opportunities.

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Produced by: Mark Tan

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Mark Tan, Keith Kam

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