HULU TERENGGANU, July 17 – Tasik Kenyir continues to make history as it becomes the launch site for a mega renewable energy project involving the development of a Floating Solar Hydro Hybrid and a Green Hydrogen Hub.

The event, held at the Sultan Mahmud Power Station, is seen as a bold and futuristic step, marking a new chapter in the nation’s green energy development.

Terengganu’s Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, said the high-impact project would see the construction of a large-scale floating solar farm with a capacity of up to 2,500 megawatts (MW) on the surface of Tasik Kenyir making it one of the largest in Southeast Asia.

“This project is not only a symbol of the government’s commitment to environmental sustainability but also proof of the strong collaboration between government-linked companies (GLCs) such as TNB Genco, PETRONAS, and the state’s own subsidiary, Terengganu Inc.

“We are witnessing a transformation of the energy sector through the exploration of clean sources like hydro and solar, in line with our aspiration to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050,” he said.

The collaboration was formalised through a document exchange ceremony during the launch event, officiated by Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Sultan Mahmud Hydroelectric Power Station in Kenyir.

He further stated that the implementation of this project would pave the way for the construction of Terengganu’s first Green Hydrogen Hub, which is expected to become a key driver in the nation’s hydrogen economy.

“The State Government firmly believes that the energy transition is not a hurdle, but an opportunity to strengthen economic competitiveness and create new job opportunities.

“With the support of the Federal Government, investors, and researchers, we are not only fulfilling a promise but building a legacy. This initiative will bring significant benefits to current and future generations,” he added.

He also said that with the launch of the project, Terengganu is taking its first step towards becoming a regional green energy hub, aligned with the national mission to build a cleaner and more sustainable future.

“God willing, this will become a lasting legacy for our future generations,” he concluded.