Will Brunei bring new power plants online by 2027 – 2028?

To address this, the government plans to bring new power plants online by 2027–2028 using Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) technology, pushing efficiency past 35%. Alongside infrastructure upgrades, Brunei’s climate policy mandates a minimum efficiency of 48% for new plants and aims for 30% renewable energy, primarily solar, by 2035.

How many power plants are there in Brunei?

These five power plants provide about 58% of the country's electrical needs, mainly serving residential areas. The Brunei National Energy Company (BNEC) is the state-owned utility company that operates and manages the electricity supply network in the country.

What energy sources does Brunei use?

The DES operates a diesel power plant (Belingos) and four natural gas power stations (Gadong 1A, Gadong 2, Bukit Panggal, and Lumut). In recent years, Brunei has recognised the need to diversify its energy sources and has set a goal of including 10% renewable energy sources in its energy mix by 2035.

How can Brunei improve energy infrastructure & renewables?

Brunei’s efforts to enhance energy infrastructure and renewables are in line with the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) initiative that aims to integrate cross-border power. Other initiatives like smart metering and efficiency labeling could reduce business costs and attract investment in technology and digital infrastructure.

Why does Brunei have a low electricity cost?

Cost is the primary obstacle to the growth of renewable energy generation in the sultanate. Due to the country's extensive hydrocarbon deposits, which are used to fuel its thermal power plants to produce energy, Brunei has some of the lowest electricity costs in the area.

Will Brunei boost its power generation efficiency by 2035?

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei is working to boost its power generation efficiency from the current rate of 28% to 50% by 2035, the Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office told the Legislative Council on Tuesday. At present, nearly 70% of power generation depends on aging, less efficient plants, according to Pehin Dato Hj Halbi Hj Mohd Yussof.