Malaysia has marked a major milestone in its energy transition with the commissioning of its first utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) by Sarawak Energy. The 60 MW/82 MWh BESS, which was first energized in December 2024, is located at the Sejingkat Power Plant site—soon to be phased out after operating since 1998.
The project signals a new era for energy storage in Malaysia, as the country seeks advanced solutions to support its rising power demand and growing renewable energy sector. BESS technology plays a crucial role in grid stability, peak demand management, and integrating intermittent…