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Borneo Post
27-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
ECoS strengthens efforts to increase energy generation capacity in Sabah
Abdul Nasser and delegations from ECoS and Sabah Electricity, visit one of the power stations and energy development project sites. KOTA KINABALU (May 27): The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) has conducted comprehensive monitoring and evaluation of key energy projects in Sabah, aligning with its efforts to strengthen the electricity supply system in Sabah. Its chief executive officer, Datuk Ir. Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid, accompanied by delegations from ECoS and Sabah Electricity, visited several existing power stations and energy development project sites located at the west coast of Sabah. Locations visited included the SPR Energy Power Plant, Kimanis Power Plant, Sabah Oil & Gas Terminal (SOGT), Tenom Pangi Hydro Station, and two new project sites in Kimanis. The purpose of these visits was to assess project progress, ensure compliance with safety and technical standards, and evaluate the operational efficiency of existing power plants that play a crucial role in the stability of Sabah's electricity supply. 'This close monitoring is vital to ensure all projects are on schedule and can increase generation capacity. Both of these new projects will contribute 200MW of energy to the grid upon completion,' said Nasser. He also emphasized that these efforts are part of the Sabah State Government's commitment to address electricity supply issues and strengthen the state's energy sector holistically, in line with the goals outlined in the Sabah Energy Roadmap and Master Plan 2040 (SE-RAMP 2040). 'ECoS is committed to ensuring that every energy project in Sabah is developed and managed efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Close cooperation among government agencies, GLC companies, and industry players is key to the successful implementation of these projects,' he added.
Daily Express
15-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
ECoS refutes claims on exorbitant fees
Published on: Friday, May 16, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 16, 2025 Text Size: Abdul Nasser also assured owners of installations previously registered under the former Energy Commission (ST) and which have retained their original configuration. Kota Kinabalu: The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) refuted claims in social media that it imposed exorbitant fees for electrical installation registrations. ECoS Chief Executive Officer Datuk Ir Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid said the figures quoted in several viral videos likely reflect charges imposed by private consultants or contractors and not ECoS. Advertisement 'These payments do not go to ECoS, which is a regulatory authority, not a commercial entity,' he stressed. He explained that consultant and contractor fees are determined by market forces and negotiated directly between installation owners and their chosen service providers. To assist consumers, ECoS provides a comprehensive directory of certified consultants and contractors on its official website, enabling owners to make informed and competitive choices. Abdul Nasser also assured owners of installations previously registered under the former Energy Commission (ST) and which have retained their original configuration. In such cases, a simple declaration will suffice — without the need to re-submit documents such as Form G (completion certificate), Form H (testing certificate) or single-line diagrams. 'We are committed to making the registration process as clear and accessible as possible,' he said. 'Owners can complete the process independently via the ECoS Online System portal, which could reduce the need for costly third-party assistance.' The clarification comes amid increased public attention following the implementation of the Electricity Supply Enactment 2024, which mandates the registration of electrical installations, including standby generators. Nasser stressed that this requirement is not new, but a continuation of existing regulations previously enforced by ST under the Electricity Supply Act 1990. 'Registration is essential for verifying installation safety. 'It allows ECoS to review documentation, assess processes and carry out inspections or testing by qualified personnel when needed,' he said. Addressing public concern over costs, Nasser reiterated that ECoS imposes only one annual registration fee, as outlined under the Electricity Supply Regulations 2024. The rates remain unchanged from the previous structure under ST, ranging from RM30 for installations below 10kW, to RM3,000 for those above 5,000kW. The Commission encourages the public to reach out directly for any clarifications, reiterating that safety remains the top priority in ensuring all installations across Sabah comply with regulated standards. Parti Warisan's Tanjung Aru Assemblyman Datuk Junz Wong claimed that the Sabah GRS-PH government was burdening businesses and households with unnecessary generator registration fees, instead of focusing on fixing the state's power issues. In his social media post, Wong listed alleged costs, including a RM2,000 licence application fee, RM2,000 to RM6,500 for drawing submission, RM2,500 to RM10,000 for G and H forms, and RM500 to RM1,000 for annual licence renewals, questioning why these fees were being imposed during challenging economic times. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
