Proton unveils solar power facility at Tanjung Malim

KUALA LUMPUR: Proton has unveiled its solar power initiative at its Tanjung Malim plant to help the national carmaker reduce its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 11,536 tonnes a year while generating utility cost savings.

Proton's solar power facility has a footprint of 23.4 acres and involves a car park housing 2,880 cars, which is also used as a transit point for cars produced at Tanjung Malim before being distributed nationwide, a statement from the national car maker said.