Negative Impact of Fossil Fuel to the World
Fossil fuels—coal, oil, and natural gas—have severe environmental, health, and global impacts causing:
- Pollution: releases pollutants like CO₂ and sulfur dioxide, causing air pollution, smog, and acid rain.
- Climate Change: Fossil fuels drive global warming and extreme weather.
- Health Risks: Causes respiratory and cardiovascular diseases and pose cancer risks.
- Ecosystem Damage: Destroys habitats and harms marine life.
- Resource Depletion: Fossil fuels are limited resources.
- Geopolitical Instability: Create economic vulnerabilities.
In summary, fossil fuel harms the planet and health, highlighting the need for renewable energy.
SOLAR POWER… A clean energy source
Solar energy offers numerous environmental benefits, making it key to a sustainable future.
- Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Solar power generates no emissions, reducing CO₂ and other greenhouse gases.
- Clean and Renewable: Solar energy is abundant, free, and does not deplete resources.
- Reduction in Pollution: Solar energy produces no air pollutants or water usage.
- Conservation of Habitats: Solar energy reduces harmful extraction practices.
Overall, solar energy helps reduce pollution, conserve resources, and protect ecosystems.
NEM 3.0 in Malaysia
NEM 3.0 (Net Energy Metering 3.0) in Malaysia is a policy framework designed to encourage the adoption of solar energy by allowing customers to generate their own electricity and offset their energy bills. Launched in 2022, NEM 3.0 builds on previous iterations but introduces key improvements.
One significant change is the Virtual Net Energy Metering (V-NEM), which allows solar energy generated at one location (e.g., a home or business) to be offset against electricity use at another location within the same customer group. This benefits businesses or individuals with multiple properties but limited roof space for solar panels.
Under NEM 3.0, excess electricity generated by solar panels is exported to the grid and credited back to the customer’s account at a lower rate than the retail tariff, helping to reduce electricity costs over time. The program is available for both residential and non-residential users.
The policy is part of Malaysia’s broader effort to increase renewable energy adoption, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and achieve sustainability goals. The NEM 3.0 program is set to run until 2025, providing a stable framework for solar energy investment in the country.