Electricity and Gas was under the State pre-Malaysia. When Malaysia was formed both Electricity and Gas were placed in the Federal List. However, under Article 95C of the Federal onstitution, the Borneo States (Legislative Power) Order, 1963 delegated the legislative power back to the State to maintain the status quo of Sabah and Sarawak’s existing legislative power over electricity and gas.
This was revoked in 1983 by the same Article 95C when SESB was taken over by the Federal by an Act of Parliament, the Sabah Electricity Board Act 1983. SEB was put under the purview of the Ministry of Energy, Post and Telecommunication.
For decades, Sabah’s electricity supply was under the purview of the Natural Resources Energy and Climate Change of the Federal Government and Tenaga Nasional Berhad , regulated under the Energy Commission of Malaysia , limiting our autonomy in managing energy resources and determining tariffs. This approach fosters equitable access to electricity, promoting economic growth while considering the welfare of our citizens. Additionally, I recognise the immense potential of renewable energy in Sabah. A greener and more resilient energy landscape can be built with abundant natural resources such as Hydro, Solar, and Biomass energy. However, with greater autonomy, our energy potential can unleash and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to a more sustainable future.
To achieve this vision, the State Government is introducing bills on Electricity Supply and Renewable Energy Enactments, along with an amendment to the Sabah Energy Commission Enactment 2023. This push is a positive step towards a more dynamic and responsive energy sector, strengthening our state’s energy capabilities.I embrace this transformative journey with collective determination and a vision for self-sustainability.
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