Current status and Challenges of Solar Energy in Malaysia; A Review

Abstract

International interest in renewable energy, increased research activities around the world and dissemination of ideas faster than ever before has given rise to progress in Solar Energy. In line with this progress, there is a need to study the solar energy used in Malaysia. The country only have a solar radiation value of about 4.0 - 4.9 kWh/m2/day when compared to other locations around the world that have the most solar energy potential of about 6.0 - 6.9 kWh/m2/day, a According to the world standards, the solar radiation in Malaysia is among the lowest in the world, meaning that Malaysia may not be a place recommended to invest more in solar energy.