Energy sector critical in Sabah's economic development, Hajiji says
The energy sector will continue to play a critical role in Sabah’s future economic development, said Chief Minister Hajiji Noor.
He said the state government had already launched the Sabah Energy Roadmap and Master Plan (Ramp) 2040 to chart and outline key priorities for the state’s energy sector.
“With this in place, Sabah should be able to fully develop its green energy sector with the potential to provide up to 75 percent of the nation’s green energy supply,” he said.
Hajiji’s speech text was read by Sabah Finance Minister Masidi Manjun at the Sabah Renewable Energy Conference (Sarec) 2025: Corridor to Transform Vision to Reality in Kota Kinabalu today.
The chief minister said Sabah has an abundance of renewable energy sources that could contribute to the state and nation’s transformation into a high-value-added economy.
He said the energy sector has been a critical engine of growth for Sabah’s economy over the decades, and he aspires to see its energy sector lift the people’s quality of life.
The Sulaman state assemblyperson said the Sabah government has been encouraging the development of clean energy and will continue to develop the necessary infrastructure for the sector.
“We have been steadfast in our pursuit of taking control and managing the state’s energy resources to empower Sabah to develop and continuously grow the energy sector more effectively and efficiently,” he said.
The chief minister also said that the state government had identified a new economic sector involving the sustainable exploration of Sabah’s marine and coastal resources.
Meanwhile, Hajiji commended Qhazanah Sabah Bhd and the Malaysian Rating Corporation Bhd for bringing Sarec 2025 to fruition.
“The state government is ready to collaborate with all stakeholders to unite efforts, exchange ideas, and explore solutions,” he added.
- Bernama
