Kuala lumpur: The photovoltaic solar farm and battery energy storage system (BESS) project at KLIA Aeropolis is projected to cut the carbon emissions of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) by approximately 30 percent when it becomes fully operational in 2027.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) group managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani stated that this target will significantly contribute to cleaner and more responsible airport operations.
Mohd Izani noted that the initiative supports KLIA's progress towards achieving Level 5 of Airport Carbon Accreditation by the Airports Council International, following its attainment of Level 3. The project, he mentioned, is not merely a renewable energy initiative but also a strategic measure to enhance decarbonisation and boost the energy resilience of Malaysia's crucial transport infrastructure.
In 2025, KLIA managed 63.3 million passengers, highlighting the necessity for stable and resilient power supply capabilities to maintain operational continuity and service quality. This aligns with MAHB's goal of positioning Malaysia as the most connected country in Southeast Asia by 2030.
The solar farm and BESS were launched by Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Mohd Izani emphasized that the project, developed in an existing oil palm plantation area without deforestation, is specifically tailored to meet the airport's operational requirements.
The initiative aligns with MAHB's target to achieve a 20 percent renewable energy mix by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. It also supports the government's goal of 70 percent renewable energy use by 2050, as outlined in the National Energy Transition Roadmap.
The project represents a collaboration between MAHB and Cenergi SEA, aiming to strengthen airport operations, making them more sustainable and resilient. Mohd Izani highlighted that the Aeropolis' solar farm will include the establishment of a renewable energy center of excellence for learning, knowledge sharing, and capacity building in clean energy.
This initiative provides a platform for talent development and technology exposure for industry members and stakeholders. Mohd Izani concluded that the project's success is due to close collaboration between the public and private sectors, laying a foundation for a sustainable, competitive, and interconnected future for airports.