Penang solar farm plan being floated


Offshore power: An artist’s impression of the proposed solar energy farm in Penang’s harbour. — LIM BENG TATT/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: A floating solar farm – one large enough to power 6,000 homes – is being considered for Penang’s harbour.

Its primary purpose is to supply cruise ships with renewable energy, making Penang Port appealing for international cruise lines eager to use sustainably produced electricity.

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