Expedite Approval Of LILO Substation To Drive Baram’s Green Energy Economy
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government has been urged to expedite the approval for the construction of a Line-In Line-Out (LILO) substation in Temala, Long Lama, to support the development of the Baram Renewable Energy Economic Zone (BREEZ).
Telang Usan Assemblyman Dato Dennis Ngau said that the facility is vital to ensure energy generated through integrated solar development in the area can be fed into the Sarawak grid.
According to him, the BREEZ initiative holds the potential to serve as a new economic catalyst in Baram through multi-billion-ringgit private investments, which also encompass the development of logistics facilities, warehouses, operational hubs, and a modern township to accommodate the workforce.
“The LILO substation in Temala is critical to ensuring that generated power can be grid-connected.
“If multi-billion-ringgit private investments and planned supporting infrastructure development do not constitute an economic justification, then what else is required?” he said.
He said this during the debate on the Supply (2027) Bill, 2026 at the 19th Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) Sitting on Thursday.
Elaborating further, Dennis noted that the Baram Agrovoltaic development in Temala also has the potential to create job opportunities, upskill local youth, and generate new economic sources for the Baram community.
He explained that the region's solar energy advantages must be fully harnessed to support Sarawak's agenda in strengthening the renewable energy sector.
He also called on relevant parties to avoid unnecessary delays in the approval process, provided all technical, environmental, and community interest requirements are met.
“I hope the Baram Integrated Solar project will act as a catalyst for rural economic transformation, bringing employment opportunities, skills development, business prospects, and supporting infrastructure to the people of Baram.
“Let Baram be known not only for its natural resources, but also for its contribution to Sarawak's clean energy future,” he added. — UKASnews
