Malaysia's Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) has launched the country's first aggregation initiative for rooftop solar systems, which called Community Renewable Energy Aggregation Mechanism (CREAM) program. This initiative aims to boost distributed renewable energy by integrating scattered residential rooftop solar resources, supporting national clean energy targets.
Key Features of the CREAM Program
- ⭐ Rooftop Leasing Model: Homeowners can rent their home rooftop space to third-party developers to install solar panels.
- ⭐ Local Energy Sales: Generated solar power can be sold to commercial and residential users within a 5-kilometer radius, creating localized renewable energy networks.
- ⭐ Managed by LEGA: Local Energy Generators and Aggregators (LEGA) will oversee rooftop solar system development, operations, and lease agreements to protect stakeholder rights.
- ⭐ Grid Integration: Electricity will be distributed via public utility Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)'s grid. Advanced monitoring and management systems will minimize fluctuations in solar power and ensure stable supply.
- ⭐ Cost Protection: The program follows open grid access rules, preventing electricity price hikes from renewable energy integration.
Solar Energy Growth in Malaysia
Malaysia has set ambitious clean energy targets: 40% renewable energy by 2035 and 70% by 2050. The CREAM program accelerates rooftop solar adoption, reducing fossil fuel reliance and expanding green energy access.
Recent Milestones:
- • September 2024: Corporate the Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS) program was launched, enabling businesses to purchase green energy directly from the grid.
- • January 2025: New large-scale solar project tenders were opened to further increase renewable energy capacity.
Why This Matters
The CREAM program empowers homeowners to monetize unused rooftops while boosting clean energy access. Combined with CRESS and large-scale solar projects, Malaysia is fast-tracking its transition to a sustainable energy future.
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Post time: May-16-2025