Malaysia Nuclear Power Development
Sector: Water Supply and Storage • Location: Kuching, Malaysia
Source: Borneo Post
Malaysia is exploring nuclear power as part of its future energy mix to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The project involves cooperation with Russia's Rosatom for technology transfer, legal frameworks, and workforce training. The government is considering Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) for their smaller size, enhanced safety, and easier deployment. The project is part of Malaysia's Natio
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Water Supply and Storage, Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Government
- Location
- Kuching, Malaysia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Borneo Post
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Taiyo status | Prospective |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | Malaysia is exploring nuclear power as part of its future energy mix to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The project involves cooperation with Russia's Rosatom for technology transfer, legal frameworks, and workforce training. The government is considering Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) for their smaller size, enhanced safety, and easier deployment. The project is part of Malaysia's National Energy Transition Roadmap aiming to phase out coal and increase renewable energy. |
Original sector | Energy |
Location
Country | Malaysia |
City | Kuching |
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Source | Borneo Post |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Water Supply and Storage, Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Government |
Article published date | 2025-09-15 |
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