Tenaga Nasional Deeply Committed To Energy Sovereignty – TNB Genco Managing Director
By Mikhail Raj Abdullah
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd is deeply committed to energy sovereignty by strengthening resilience, safeguarding energy security and accelerating sustainable growth.
TNB Power Generation Sdn Bhd (TNB Genco) Managing Director Datuk Shahrir Abdul Latif said energy sovereignty was no longer defined by self-sufficiency, but by the ability to build resilient, adaptable and future-ready energy systems.
Energy sovereignty, which means having direct control over a country’s energy resources, is shaping the next chapter of the energy transition, he said during a presentation at the recent Asia ESG Summit 2026.
Anchored by the energy trilemma of security, affordability and sustainability, Shahrir said these interconnected responsibilities must guide every investment, policy and technology decision to ensure a resilient and reliable energy future.
He said in supporting this vision, TNB, which is driving Malaysia’s sustainable energy journey, continues to enable a responsible transition towards a lower-carbon future through clear strategic priorities.
These include progressing towards Net Zero 2050, ending investments in new greenfield coal-fired power plants and transforming brown assets into cleaner energy solutions.
They also include advancing low-carbon technologies such as biomass, ammonia, hydrogen co-firing and carbon capture.
Beyond technology, Shahrir reaffirmed that the energy transition will ultimately be powered by strong operations, good governance, disciplined investment and capable people.
“Reliable electricity depends not only on infrastructure, but also on the expertise and dedication of the people who design, operate and maintain the nation's energy system every day,” he said.
Recognising that energy sovereignty is strengthened through collaboration, he said TNB continues to support the ASEAN Power Grid as a strategic pathway towards greater regional interconnectivity, enhanced energy security and accelerated clean energy integration across ASEAN.
As the energy landscape continues to evolve, TNB remains committed to advancing an energy transition that is practical, responsible and resilient.
Through trusted partnerships, responsible investment and stronger regional collaboration, TNB will continue to help build a more secure, interconnected and sustainable energy future, he said.
-- BERNAMA