Selangor plans nuclear energy adoption within five years, focusing on technical expertise and university collaborations for clean power transition
SHAH ALAM: Selangor could begin adopting nuclear energy as a clean power source within the next five years.
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari told the State Legislative Assembly the state is currently exploring the technology and building technical expertise.
“We’re focused on capacity-building, including sending officers trained in nuclear-related fields,” he said in reply to Mariam Abdul Rashid (PH-Meru).
Amirudin said the state would consult local universities including Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia about potential collaborations.
He noted nuclear studies remain underdeveloped in Malaysia, pushing some students to seek opportunities abroad.
“I have personally met with our students at Tsinghua University in China,” he said.
“They are exploring the field on their own because nuclear energy is still seen here as a sin sector unfit for exploration.”
Amirudin emphasized that future energy demands require preparedness beyond fossil fuels.
“We cannot rely solely on fossil fuels like gas and coal, which are less sustainable compared to nuclear,” he stated.
However, he stressed that safety, potential leak risks and public perception remain key issues requiring clear solutions.
The Menteri Besar added that Germany’s nuclear experience offers valuable lessons for Malaysia’s potential adoption. – Bernama
