Bandar seri begawan rooftop photovoltaic energy storage

What is Bandar Seri Begawan?

Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital city of Brunei and the seat of the Brunei Government. It houses Istana Nurul Iman, which serves as the residential palace of Hassanal Bolkiah, the current Sultan of Brunei, and also the seat of the Prime Minister's Office, where the Prime Minister is the Sultan himself.

How much energy does a solar energy system produce in Brunei?

The designed solar energy system has a capacity of 60 kWp, producing 75 MWh of usable energy annually. This system uses 66% of the energy available from the sun to generate electricity which covers the electrical demand of Brunei’s residences.

Why is solar power underutilized in Brunei?

With the abundance of oil & natural gas resources, the country has one of the cheapest electricity costs in the world. This would in turn make solar power underutilized. The purpose of this project is to design a solar system for Brunei’s medium sized residence to meet the daily energy demands.