KUCHING: Sarawak will potentially supply power to Sabah and Brunei once a 500MW combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) facility is completed in Miri by 2027, says Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg.
The Premier said Sarawak already had an agreement with Sabah to supply 50MW of power, but the neighbouring state had requested an increase to 100MW.
"We are looking at our capacity in terms of energy production.
"By 2027, the CCGT facility in Miri will be ready with 500MW capacity, so we will be able to supply to our neighbours," he told reporters after giving a special address in conjunction with his eighth anniversary of taking office as Premier here on Monday (Jan 13).
Abang Johari said Sarawak was also planning three more combined cycle plants in Bintulu with 500MW capacity each by 2027.
With this additional capacity, he said Sarawak would be able to meet Sabah's request for 100MW.
He also said the state was in discussions with Brunei on power supply.
In his special address, Abang Johari said the RM2bil CCGT facility in Miri would enhance the power supply in northern Sarawak besides potentially serving Sabah and Brunei.
He also said the plant would use a mixture of methane and hydrogen to reduce emissions and boost energy efficiency.
"During my visit to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' Takasago Hydrogen Park (in Japan), I witnessed the world’s first large-frame hydrogen-powered gas turbine.
"This breakthrough technology will be integrated into Sarawak’s CCGT facility, reinforcing our leadership in low-carbon energy transition," he said.
