Selangor government to explore nuclear energy as part of a broader strategy to diversify its energy mix and strengthen resilience against global supply shocks.
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said, the state will accelerate initiatives under Budget 2026 to assess its readiness for nuclear power development, including building the necessary ecosystem and developing local expertise.
The move comes as Selangor seeks to reduce reliance on conventional energy sources such as gas and coal, while expanding alternatives including solar, hydrogen and biodiesel. Amirudin noted that collaboration with relevant agencies and international partners will be key in advancing these efforts.
As part of the push, the state is looking to shorten the development timeline for nuclear-related initiatives to three years from five, working with industry players interested in future projects.
Selangor will roll out a RM130.42 million Resilience Strengthening Package in June, aimed at helping households and businesses manage the impact of the global energy crisis through short- and medium-term measures.
The state is also advancing other energy transition initiatives, including solar adoption, battery storage, hydrogen development and energy efficiency measures across government facilities. A mini hydrogen plant in Kerling, Hulu Selangor, developed by Worldwide Holdings, is expected to supply energy to about 12,900 homes.
In addition, two waste-to-energy (WTE) plants in Jeram and Tanjung Dua Belas are slated to commence operations before June, with a combined approved capacity of 90 megawatts. The projects position Selangor as the first state in Malaysia to secure capacity for WTE development.
