Micro hydro potential in Sarawak: the case of Bakelalan

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Title: Micro hydro potential in Sarawak: the case of Bakelalan
Author(s): Kuok, K. K.; Wee Hun Gan, S.; Chan, C. P.
Abstract: A report is presented on the successful implementation of micro hydropower in Bakelalan at minimal cost. An assessment of the hydro potential in Sarawak was carried out, as the State Government aims to turn Sarawak into powerhouse for the integrated ASEAN power grid. Various small renewable energy sources were considered for remote rural areas to achieve the State Government's target of 95 per cent electricity supply for all citizens in Sarawak by 2012. Micro hydropower was found to be the most suitable for Bakelalan among the various renewable energy sources. The Ministry of Rural Development approved a budget of RM 600,000 ($ 200 000) in 2009 for implementing a micro hydropower project at Bakelalan. This project was implemented by Public Works Department Sarawak (PWDS) and completed in 2010.
Publication type: Journal article
Source: International Journal on Hydropower and Dams, Vol. 19, no. 2 (2012), pp. 80-84
Publication year: 2012
FOR Code(s): 0905 Civil Engineering
Keyword(s): Bakelalan; Micro hydropower; Renewable energy sources; Sarawak
Publisher: Hydropower and Dams, Aqua-Media International
ISSN: 1352-2523
Publisher URL: http://www.hydropower-dams.com/
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