Energy in Brunei

Domestic supplies were undoubtedly still safe, but they were still susceptible to disturbances that would result in power outages and a lack of gasoline.

To reduce the country's susceptibility and the economic hazards brought on by interrupted power and fuel shortages, it is crucial to strengthen the dependability of these sources.

[2] The first exploratory well was dug close to Brunei Town in 1899, marking the beginning of the country's oil business.

Following that, the Seria field in the Belait District was discovered in 1929, and a succession of industrial discoveries led to Brunei's first oil export in 1932.

About 58% of the country's electrical needs, which primarily serve residential areas, are met by the Department of Electrical Services (DES), which also operates a diesel power plant (Belingos) and four natural gas power stations (Gadong 1A, Gadong 2, Bukit Panggal, and Lumut).

The other 42% is supplied by the Berakas Power Company (BPC), which runs three major natural gas power stations (Berakas, Gadong 3, and Jerudong) and serves the majority of strategically important locations including government buildings, hospitals, an international airport, etc.

The strategy outlines how to establish frameworks for renewable energy policy and regulation as well as increase the commercial deployment of solar PV.

[7] There is no pressing need for the development of renewable energy (RE) in Brunei due to the abundance of oil and gas resources.

As a result, as a signatory to the Paris Agreement, the nation has committed to reducing all of its emissions by 2035 through the following measures:[2]