Malaysia-based clean energy firm Solarvest Holdings Berhad has announced a strategic partnership with healthcare provider provider Asia OneHealthcare group (A1Health), to accelerate renewable energy adoption in Malaysia’s healthcare sector.
Solarvest said in a statement on Wednesday that as part of this collaboration, the firm will install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across Ara Damansara Medical Center, Bukit Tinggi Medical Center, ParkCity Medical Center and Subang Jaya Medical Center, hospitals under the A1Health.
Both organizations are also actively exploring further nationwide expansion.
This collaboration builds upon Solarvest’s strong track record in the industry, having successfully developed solar infrastructures across 14 hospitals under A1Health, including ten Columbia Asia Hospitals and now four hospitals including Ara Damansara Medical Center, Bukit Tinggi Medical Center, ParkCity Medical Centre and Subang Jaya Medical Center.
With additional 611 kWp solar installation, the four hospitals are expected to generate close to 800,000 kWh of clean energy annually.
To date, A1Health has a cumulative solar PV generation of over 5,000,000 kWp, further reinforcing its commitment as in renewable energy solutions for healthcare industries.
These transition to solar energy is projected to deliver cost savings of more than MYR 2.7 million ($610,000), while reducing approximately 3,200 tons of carbon emissions
by per year.
“Healthcare facilities operate around the clock, consuming 2-3 times more electricity than commercial buildings, making energy efficiency critical for operational resilience and sustainability,
“As the Malaysian healthcare sector accounts for approximately 5 percent of the country’s total electricity demand, our collaboration with A1Health highlights our
commitment in advancing clean energy adoption across the healthcare sector and beyond,” said Davis Chong Chun Shiong, Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of Solarvest.
According to him, by integrating clean energy infrastructure into the healthcare industry, hospitals can reduce electricity costs by up to 30 percent while significantly reduce carbon emissions by thousands of metric tons annually.
He opined that this initiative not only enhances operational efficiency for hospitals but also sets a precedent for a greener, more sustainable healthcare future.
Meanwhile, A1Health Group Head for Marketing, Communications and Sustainability Mandy Phang said that the partnership with Solarvest marks a significant step in integrating renewable energy solutions into A1Health operations, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and driving long-term cost efficiencies.
“Together, we are strengthening our environmental responsibility and ensuring a more sustainable healthcare ecosystem that benefits our patients, staff, and the communities we serve,” she said.
According to the statement, the integration of solar PV systems in healthcare facilities not only reduces reliance on conventional energy sources but also sets a new benchmark for sustainability-driven healthcare operations, delivering long-term environmental and financial benefits.
Through this collaboration with A1Health, Solarvest said it continues to drive energy transformation and remains committed to empowering industries across Malaysia, supporting the nation’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.