S'wak looking at ocean thermal energy conversion as next green power source


Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg (left) viewing an exhibition on the Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint at the Sarawak Sustainability Insights conference in Kuching on Tuesday (Oct 29). - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: Sarawak is exploring ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) as a potential new source of renewable energy, says Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg.

The Premier said the state Economic Planning Unit (EPU) will conduct a study off the coast of Miri, where the conditions look suitable.

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