The project is part of the inaugural Malaysia Battery Energy Storage System (MyBeST) program, a competitive bidding initiative representing the largest deployment of grid-connected BESS in Peninsular Malaysia to date. With a targeted commissioning date in 2027, the project will play a pivotal role in strengthening Malaysia’s national grid and accelerating the country’s transition to a carbon-neutral renewable energy future.
The MyBeST program is a cornerstone of the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), which targets 70% renewable energy capacity by 2050. By providing essential grid services such as frequency regulation, peak and energy shifting, BESS technology reduces reliance on fossil-fuel peaking plants, and expands the use of solar power beyond sunshine hours. BESS therefore optimize power system costs, and enhances the overall resilience of the energy infrastructure.
Raghuram Natarajan, CEO of Blueleaf Energy, said, “We are honored to be selected by the Energy Commission for this landmark program. This success reflects the dynamism of our partnership with Universal Peak and our shared commitment to supporting Malaysia’s energy transition. By pairing our global expertise in large-scale renewable energy development and financing with Universal Peak’s deep local insights and engineering capabilities, we are well-positioned to deliver world-class sustainable infrastructure that will benefit the Malaysian people and the economy for decades to come.”
Datuk Ir. Raj Kumar R Gopal Pillai, MD of Universal Peak added, “Our selection under MyBeST underscores the strength of our collaborative approach. This project is more than a milestone for our consortium; it is a critical step in reinforcing grid reliability and accelerating the adoption of clean energy technologies in Malaysia. We look forward to working closely with Suruhanjaya Tenaga and all stakeholders to shape a more resilient energy future.”
The selection of the Blueleaf Energy-Universal Peak consortium (under the name BLE C&I Projects 2 Pte Ltd and Universal Peak Sdn Bhd) follows a highly competitive process involving 28 bids, of which four were accepted. The Energy Commission highlighted that the selected projects utilise diverse battery technologies, allowing for the assessment of performance under Malaysia’s unique grid and climatic conditions.
This win further expands Blueleaf Energy’s Southeast Asian footprint, leveraging its integrated expertise in solar, wind, and storage to advance the region’s transition to net zero.
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