Malaysia is entering a new phase of renewable energy expansion, with large-scale solar (LSS), commercial and industrial (C&I) solar, floating PV (FPV), hybrid renewable systems and the Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS) forming the backbone of future capacity growth. Together, these pathways are reshaping how Malaysia procures, finances and delivers clean power at scale — opening new opportunities for developers, corporates and investors alike.

This panel provides practical insights into project development across Malaysia’s renewable landscape, where speakers will examine where the next multi-gigawatt opportunities lie, how CRESS is reshaping offtake structures and corporate energy procurement, and what developers, investors and buyers need to unlock faster, more efficient clean power scale-up.

Storage and digitalisation have proven their ability to deliver grid reliability. The focus is now shifting from technical readiness to market readiness.

This session explores how power-market design, pricing mechanisms and investment frameworks must evolve to unlock the full value of storage, flexibility and digital grids. Moving beyond traditional metrics such as levelised cost of energy (LCOE), the discussion will examine how concepts like firm power, dispatchability and system value are reshaping the economics of clean energy. Industry leaders will share insights on what utilities, regulators, developers and investors need to change now to enable scalable, reliable renewable dominance and support Malaysia’s next phase of grid and market transformation.

The discussion will unpack how green bonds and Sukuk, blended finance structures, development finance, and corporate transition funding are being used to build bankable projects and accelerate deployment. Panellists will examine capital stack design, risk allocation, credit enhancement and investor appetite, offering clear insights into what is working, what needs to change, and how capital providers and project sponsors can work together to finance Malaysia’s path to net zero.

The global “Race to Zero” campaign has galvanised nations to commit to net-zero emissions, with Malaysia targeting carbon neutrality by 2050. At the heart of this transition lies the solar PV industry, a critical driver of decarbonisation. However, the race cannot be won without a parallel “Race to Talent.”

This panel discussion aims to identify the critical gaps and opportunities in developing a skilled green workforce that can support Malaysia’s solar PV industry in achieving its Race to Zero commitments. The discussion will explore how strategic workforce development can accelerate the energy transition while creating quality employment opportunities for Malaysians.

Achieving Malaysia’s net-zero ambitions will require strong alignment across policy, infrastructure planning, investment and execution. As the country enters a critical decade for delivery, coordination between government, utilities, GLCs and the private sector is more important than ever.

This leadership dialogue brings together senior policymakers, utilities, government-linked companies and developers to align on Malaysia’s pathway to 2030 and beyond, focusing on shared priorities, implementation challenges and the strategic actions needed to deliver a reliable, competitive and low-carbon energy system at national scale.