KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 30): Pekat Group Bhd’s (KL:PEKAT) unit, Pentas RE Sdn Bhd, has secured a 21-year power purchase agreement (PPA) from an industrial energy off-taker to develop a 25 megawatt (MWac) solar photovoltaic (PV) facility with a 40MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Pahang, with the project valued at about RM239 million.
It said the project will commence in October 2026, subject to the satisfaction of conditions precedent and the timely completion of construction.
“The 40MWh BESS is designed to support energy optimisation by managing peak demand requirements through the discharge of stored energy during high-demand periods. In tandem, the onsite solar PV facility will generate clean, renewable energy and contribute towards emissions reduction,” the company said in a statement.
Pekat chief executive officer Tai Yee Chee said the project further strengthens Pekat’s positioning in Malaysia’s expanding clean energy market.
“This long-term PPA marks an important milestone for Pekat. By enabling our customers to lower maximum demand charges while adopting renewable energy solutions, we are delivering both economic and environmental value.
“The project also reflects the growing demand for integrated solar and battery storage solutions in Malaysia, and we are proud to support the nation’s transition towards a cleaner and more efficient energy system,” he added.
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