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SOLS Energys Raj Ridvan Singh sees a bright future in Malaysia as solar becomes more powerful, affordable, and accessible for all | Markup 1166
2025.02.21

500 Global Team

Rays of Opportunity
- Solar power adoption is on the rise, thanks to technological advances and affordability. Founder & CEO Raj Ridvan Singh of 500-backed solar company SOLS Energy sheds some light on the bright future of the solar industry.
- In Malaysia, commercial solar panel efficiency has jumped from 15% to over 20% in the past decade, with emerging technologies showing promise of exceeding 40%.
- This means solar panels are becoming more powerful and affordable, bringing clean energy to more people!
- Malaysia’s government is aiming for 31% renewable energy capacity by 2025. Foreign direct investment is also pouring into the country’s solar industry, with major global players setting up local manufacturing and research facilities.
- Read the full story on The Edge Malaysia.
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