Malaysia has launched the Large Scale Solar 6 (LSS6) programme, targeting full commercial operation by the end of 2029. The initiative will add 2,500 MW of solar capacity paired with 1,250 MW of battery energy storage, plus 150 MW of solar reserved for Bumiputera companies. The government expects RM13 billion to RM15 billion in private investment and 15,000 to 20,000 jobs during construction. The programme is split into three packages: an open tender for 2,200 MW solar and 1,100 MW storage, a Bumiputera tender for 300 MW solar and 150 MW storage, and a smaller 150 MW solar package without storage. Bidders using domestically manufactured solar panels will get priority. Projects will concentrate in southern Peninsular Malaysia where electricity demand is growing fastest. LSS6 is projected to cut CO2 emissions by about 2.6 million tonnes per year. The request for proposal documents open in late July and August 2026. This builds on earlier LSS rounds that lowered generation costs through competitive bidding, so the market mechanism is tested. The storage requirement is notable, as it directly addresses grid stability concerns that often limit solar deployment.
