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EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of EdgePoint Infrastructure, has announced the successful launch of its first solar hybrid site in Malaysia. This development marks an important milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to adopt renewable energy solutions within the telecommunications sector. The newly deployed solar hybrid site is designed to operate independently using photovoltaic (solar) energy, supported by battery storage. With a capacity of 5.9 kilowatt-peak (kWp), the site is capable of providing up to 100% of the energy required to power telecommunications equipment, significantly reducing reliance on diesel fuel. This initiative is part of EdgePoint’s broader strategy to enhance energy efficiency and minimize the environmental impact of its operations. As part of its commitment to sustainable infrastructure, EdgePoint plans to expand its renewable energy program by deploying additional full solar and solar hybrid sites across Malaysia by the end of 2025. These efforts aim to further promote the use of clean energy in telecommunications and support the country’s green energy goals. Muniff Kamaruddin, Chief Executive Officer of EdgePoint Towers, stated, “We are proud to contribute to the deployment of renewable energy solutions that meet current and future needs for both sustainability and long-term cost efficiency. These solutions are especially important for remote and difficult-to-reach areas, such as transport corridors like highways, tunnels, bridges, or terminals, where quality coverage is essential for transient users. The opportunities to enhance national connectivity are vast, and EdgePoint is eager to continue working closely with our partners to advance sustainable solutions that improve coverage and reduce carbon emissions across the industry. This deployment is expected to reduce the site’s annual carbon emissions by approximately 78%, while also ensuring seamless connectivity for travelers along the highway.” He further continued, “Solar energy has proven to be an ideal solution for Malaysia, given its equatorial climate and high levels of solar insolation. By integrating solar power into telecommunications infrastructure, we are reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources, lowering operational costs, and significantly decreasing emissions. Solar hybrid solutions are an adjacent focus area for us, it is a key part of our broader strategy of implementing innovative, sustainable solutions, driving an industry-wide transformation toward cleaner, more efficient operations and we are optimistic about future collaborations with both Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and non-MNO clients to help them meet their green objectives. As we expand our renewable energy initiatives, we aim to set new benchmarks for energy-efficient telecom infrastructure in Malaysia, helping our partners transition to greener operations without compromising connectivity, network quality, and reliability.” EdgePoint Infrastructure is a leading independent telecommunications infrastructure company based in ASEAN and is currently the fastest-growing multi-country tower operator in the region. The company manages a portfolio of approximately 15,800 sites across Southeast Asia, including 1,800 sites in Malaysia. This positions EdgePoint as the second-largest telecommunications tower company in the country. |
