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The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Sabah Energy Commission, technical institute team up to boost TVET training
KOTA KINABALU: The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) has formed a strategic partnership to boost technical and vocational education and training (TVET) and enhance workforce skills in the state's energy sector. ECoS signed a memorandum of understanding on Wednesday (June 4) with the Institute of Technical and Commercial Training (ILTP) under its Inspirasi TVET ECoS-ILTP Programme. ECoS chief executive officer Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid ( pic ) said the programme will strengthen the collaboration between the commission and ILTP. He said ILTP's recognition as ECoS's first "adopted" TVET institution was a crucial step in developing a sustainable and competitive energy ecosystem for the state. This programme will also serve as a platform to provide accurate information about ECoS' role to trainees who represent the state's future skilled workforce, he said. "Energy for the future starts with you today," Nasser said at the signing, urging trainees to gain a deeper understanding of the realities of the energy industry, as well as its challenges and opportunities. He also observed trainees' progress in electrical competency upgrading and gas competency programmes. Under their collaboration, ECoS and ILTP will work to enhance skills training in the energy sector, expand networking with industry players, and improve the employability of local TVET graduates. Nasser said ECoS is confident that the synergy with ILTP will boost local human capital development and support Sabah's energy development agenda.
Daily Express
28-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
ECoS pushes to Increase Energy Generation Capacity
Published on: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 28, 2025 Text Size: 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. Kota Kinabalu: The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) has conducted comprehensive monitoring and evaluation of key energy projects in Sabah, aligning with the commission's efforts to strengthen the electricity supply system in Sabah. 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). Advertisement '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. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
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
27-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
ECoS strengthens efforts to increase energy generation capacity
Published on: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Published on: Tue, May 27, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS), led by Datuk Ir. Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid, recently conducted inspections of major energy projects along Sabah's West Coast, including SPR Energy Power Plant, Kimanis Power Plant, Sabah Oil & Gas Terminal, Tenom Pangi Hydro Station, and new sites in Kimanis. The visits aimed to review project progress, safety, and operational efficiency to ensure stable electricity supply. Two new projects are expected to add 200MW to the grid. Nasser highlighted that these efforts align with the Sabah Government's commitment under the Sabah Energy Roadmap and Master Plan 2040 to improve and sustain the state's energy sector through strong collaboration amongst agencies and industry players. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
Daily Express
22-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Licensing fees to ensure safe, accountable use of gensets: LDP
Published on: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 22, 2025 Text Size: Nicholas emphasised that with Sabah now managing its own electricity sector through the Electricity Supply Enactment 2024, ECoS is continuing the same enforcement measures to ensure safe and accountable use of generator sets. - Pic (right) Credit: Genset Malaysia, for illustration only. Kota Kinabalu: The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) said enforcement efforts by the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) on genset licensing fees in Sabah are rooted in safety and legal compliance, not in penalising the public. LDP Publicity Chief Nicholas Ban Wai Tzhing said the genset licensing requirements are not new regulations introduced by the state but have long been mandated under the Electricity Supply Act 1990, previously enforced by the federal Suruhanjaya Tenaga. He emphasised that with Sabah now managing its own electricity sector through the Electricity Supply Enactment 2024, ECoS is continuing the same enforcement measures to ensure safe and accountable use of generator sets. 'Compliance with genset licensing isn't about penalising anyone, it's about safety and accountability. Unlicensed or sub-standard gensets can pose serious risks, including fires, electrical overloads, or even electrocution,' he said in a statement, Tuesday. LDP also moved to debunk claims of exorbitant new fees, clarifying that the actual annual licensing charges by ECoS range from as low as RM30 up to a maximum of RM3,000, depending on the generator's capacity. 'These fees are unchanged from federal-era rates and are now simply collected by the State,' Nicholas said. Advertisement He denied social media claims that ECoS imposes a RM25,000 genset fee, explaining that such figures usually refer to private contractor costs for compliance works and not licensing fees paid to the government. 'Payments in the RM20,000–RM25,000 range typically cover technical services provided by licensed electrical contractors not ECoS. 'These may include proper grounding, safety equipment, certified testing, and engineering support for commissioning,' he said. LDP noted that such costs are standard for larger commercial or industrial installations and are not a new phenomenon introduced under ECoS. Addressing the political narrative that widespread genset ownership signals a failing power grid, Nicholas described this as 'a distorted view.' He said that standby generators are a common feature in commercial and critical infrastructure worldwide, including Peninsular Malaysia. 'Hospitals, malls, data centres and offices all use standby gensets to avoid operational disruptions. This is standard practice, not evidence of grid collapse,' he said. LDP warned against politicising the issue and urged the public not to mistake prudent risk management for a systemic failure of the electricity supply system. Nicholas reaffirmed LDP's full support for the GRS-led government's energy reform agenda and the ongoing regulatory role of ECoS. He also emphasised that lawful registration and safe installation of gensets is part of Sabah's journey toward a more accountable and resilient power system. 'Portraying technical compliance as a financial burden is misleading and irresponsible. Let's focus on strengthening the system rather than sowing confusion,' he said. The party also encouraged genset owners to make use of ECoS's online registration portal and certified contractor directory to avoid unnecessary costs and ensure installations meet safety standards. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
