Senheng Electric (KL) Sdn. Bhd. (Senheng), a Malaysia-based consumer electronics retailer, has partnered with clean energy provider Progressture Power Sdn Bhd (Progressture Solar) to expand its solar energy offering into East Malaysia.
The duo said in a statement on Tuesday that through 20 Senheng and senQ outlets in Sabah and Sarawak, homeowners can now access residential solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS). The collaboration reflects both companies’ commitment to making clean energy more accessible and reliable, especially for communities facing frequent power supply challenges.
Through Senheng and Progressture Solar’s partnership, homeowners can choose from solar-only systems, BESS-only backup, or combined solar-and-BESS packages with hybrid inverters — all tailored to East Malaysia’s policy frameworks and household needs.
These packages are installed and supported by Progressture Solar, a clean energy provider with deep experience in residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar deployment.
“At Senheng, we believe that solar energy should be simple, accessible, and beneficial to all Malaysians, not just those in big cities,” said Lim Kim Heng, Managing Director of Senheng.
“This partnership with Progressture Solar helps us reach more East Malaysian communities and offer them a practical solution to frequent grid challenges,
“It’s part of our commitment to sustainability and delivering long-term value to our customers,” he added.
Cliff Siaw, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Progressture Solar, premier Abang Johari’s vision of turning Sarawak into a clean energy powerhouse is truly inspiring.
“With strong government support through Net Energy Metering (NEM) and Self-Consumption (SELCO), and the urgent need for more reliable electricity in Sabah and Sarawak, this is the right moment to expand solar access,
“By making solar affordable and dependable, we’re helping more Malaysians take part in the clean energy movement,” he added.
The statement highlighted that the rollout comes at a timely moment as in Peninsular Malaysia, homeowners previously enjoyed rebates of up to MYR 4,000 ($949) under the Solar for Rakyat Incentive Scheme (SolaRIS), which ended on 30 April 2025.
Now, Sarawak homeowners have even greater support with the introduction of a new NEM subsidy.
NEM allows households to export excess solar energy back to the grid and offset their electricity bills, and from 2026,
Sarawak Energy will provide a subsidy of up to MYR 12,000 ($2847) for the installation of residential solar systems — significantly lowering the cost of adoption.
The subsidy will apply to successful NEM installations from 2026.
In Sabah, residents benefit from the SELCO scheme, which enables them to directly use the solar energy they generate. With the addition of BESS, homeowners can now store solar power for later use, offering greater energy independence. For more flexibility, homeowners can also opt for a BESS-only solution that stores grid energy for emergency use — this is critical in a state where blackouts can affect entire districts.
The duo highlighted that the initiative supports Malaysia’s national energy transition goals of achieving a 40 percent renewable energy mix by 2035 and net-zero emissions by 2050.
It also aligns with Sarawak’s Energy Transition Policy (SET-P), which emphasizes renewable energy adoption and decarbonization to drive sustainable growth.
As East Malaysia advances clean energy innovation through hydrogen and hydropower, this partnership ensures households are not left behind.
By bringing proven solar solutions to homes across Sabah and Sarawak, more Malaysians can take part in the shift toward a low-carbon future, said the statement.
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