The SELCO-PV SABAH 2.0 programme is an enhancement of the earlier SELCO-PV SABAH initiative (released on 1st February 2024), introduced by the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) to help consumers generate electricity for their own use through the self-consumption method. In this arrangement, solar PV systems are connected within the consumer’s internal distribution board, with electricity consumed directly on-site and no excess exported to the grid.
SELCO-PV SABAH 2.0 expands the programme by allowing integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), enabling consumers to size installations based on 24-hour maximum demand rather than only daytime usage. This creates new opportunities to meet evening or night-time demand while improving energy independence.
The programme introduces broad improvements to make applications easier and faster. Key enhancements include adopting the ECoS Energy Information System (EEISy) as the official application platform, setting clear capacity limits for domestic users, providing structured Testing & Commissioning forms, enabling online submission of completion reports, and adding the SELCO Off‑Grid solar PV category. In addition, full ownership of Environmental Attributes is granted to system owners.
The SELCO-PV SABAH 2.0 programme helps consumers reduce electricity bills, enhance energy independence, and support environmental sustainability. For organizations and businesses, it provides a practical pathway to meet ESG targets, demonstrating commitment to responsible energy use and climate action. At the same time, it aligns with Sabah Energy Roadmap and Masterplan 2040 (SE-RAMP 2040) initiatives.
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CHANGES INTRODUCED |
SELCO-PV SABAH (BEFORE) |
SELCO-PV SABAH 2.0 (CURRENT) |
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Application platform |
Via Google Form |
Via EEISy Portal
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Reference to Off‑Grid SELCO-PV Guidelines and application option |
Not Available |
Available
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Capacity limits for domestic consumers. |
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Available
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Definition of maximum demand window for SELCO and SELCO + BESS connected to the grid. |
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Available
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Introduction of BESS configuration section with diagrams. |
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Available
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Provision of standard Testing & Commissioning (T&C) form formats. |
Not Available |
Available
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Requirement for monthly PV meter readings, with submission every 6 months for systems above 72 kWac. |
Not Required |
Required
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Submission of completion reports to ECoS via EEISy. |
Not Available |
Available
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Explanation on the requirement for system owners to apply new SELCO-PV Approval To Install for system alteration via EEISy. |
Not Available |
Available
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Requirement for SELCO-PV SABAH system owner to notify ECoS via EEISy at least one month in advance for system disconnection. |
Not Required |
Required
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Information on ownership of the Environmental Attributes which is granted to system owners |
Not Available |
Available
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Open to all consumer who has not installed any solar PV installation under the previous solar PV programme such as Feed-in-Tariff (FiT) or previous SELCO-PV SABAH.
Applicants may appoint an ECoS registered ECCPV. The list is available on the ECoS website - https://services.ecos.gov.my/.
It is advisable to consult several ECCPV to obtain the best offer to suit your requirements.
Consumers must engage an Electrical Contractor with Class PV (ECCPV) to design, install, test, and commission the system.
The ECCPV (GC) will be the party to submit the application on behalf of the consumer to ECoS. Submission of application can be made via online at ECoS Energy Information System (EEISy) – http://eeisy.ecos.services.
If documentation is complete, ECoS will issue a SELCO-PV Approval to Install (SATI) within 14 working days. Installations must be completed within one year.
Please be reminded, no installation works shall be done until SATI is issued.
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The installation must acquire SELCO-PV Approval to Operate (SATO) from ECoS.
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For installation above 24 kWac (single phase) or 72 kWac (three phase) must obtain a licence from ECoS.
Please refer to the Guidelines on Licensing Under Section 8 of the Enactment.
Licence applications can be made online through the online services at the Commission’s website (https://www.ecos.gov.my).
Off-Grid Systems:
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no capacity limit.
Grid-Connected Systems:
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Domestic Consumers: Up to 5 kWac (single-phase) or 10 kWac (three-phase).
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For Grid Connected Non-Domestic Consumers: Maximum capacity is 85% of existing maximum demand measured at the output of the inverter:
-Without BESS, assessed on daytime demand (6:00 am–6:00 pm).
-With BESS, assessed on 24-hour demand.
Yes. Both DC-coupled and AC-coupled configurations are allowed, provided stored energy is not exported to the grid.
For termination, owners must notify ECoS in writing at least one month in advance.
The programme lowers electricity bills, improves energy independence, supports sustainability, and helps organizations meet ESG targets while advancing Sabah’s energy transition and Malaysia’s climate commitments.
There are a few options to finance the solar PV system:
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Self – Financing
By consumers own cash, credit card or loan from banks
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Power Purchase Agreement or Solar Leasing from Sabah Registered Solar Investor (SaRSI)
Under this arrangement, a SaRSI investor installs the solar PV system upfront. The consumer makes monthly payments to the investor until the full system cost is recovered.