{
  "id": 3937966,
  "title": "Power supply remains stable despite prolonged dry weather, Sarawak Energy assures",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/power-supply-remains-stable-despite-prolonged-dry-weather-sarawak",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-28T10:30:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Borneo Post Online",
    "slug": "borneo-post-online",
    "url": "https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/08/28/power-supply-remains-stable-despite-prolonged-dry-weather-sarawak-energy-assures/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUCHING (Aug 28): Sarawak Energy Berhad (Sarawak Energy) has assured that the state's electricity supply remains stable and sufficient despite ongoing dry weather conditions. The utility has adjusted its generation mix to accommodate reduced water inflows at significant hydropower plants. Lower rainfall in catchment areas since April 2025 led to diminished reservoir levels at the Bakun, Murum, and Batang Ai hydropower plants. Sarawak Energy explained that hydropower output may need to be decreased during prolonged dry spells to preserve reservoir levels, with thermal generation ramped up as necessary to maintain a dependable electricity supply. The company highlighted that its integrated power system enables electricity generation to be adjusted based on current hydrological conditions, with hydropower typically supplying about 65% of the grid's electricity, thermal generation around 34%, and other sources making up the remaining 1%. Sarawak Energy is closely monitoring hydrological and reservoir conditions at the three hydropower plants in collaboration with the Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication, Sarawak Disaster Management Committee, National Disaster Management Agency, Malaysian Meteorological Department, and Rural Water Supply Department. Cloud-seeding operations were conducted in May and June to boost rainfall over major dam and water catchment areas, with a further series planned from September 3 to 5. As dry conditions persist, Sarawak Energy has advised customers to conserve electricity, particularly when using air-conditioners and other cooling devices. Customers are encouraged to switch off appliances when not in use and stagger the operation of high-powered appliances. Those equipped with smart meters can utilize the SEB cares mobile app and web portal to track electricity consumption and identify opportunities to optimize usage. Sarawak Energy reiterated its dedication to preserving a reliable electricity supply while safeguarding reservoir levels throughout the extended dry period, working alongside the Sarawak Government and relevant agencies.",
  "summary": "KUCHING (Aug 28): Sarawak Energy Berhad (Sarawak Energy) has assured that electricity supply in the state remains reliable and sufficient despite the prolonged dry weather, with the utility adjusting its generation mix to manage reduced water inflows at major hydropower plants. Sarawak Energy said reduced rainfall in catchment areas since April 2025 had resulted in [...] The post Power supply…",
  "key_points": [
    "Sarawak Energy assures stable power supply despite dry weather.",
    "Hydropower output may decrease to preserve reservoir levels.",
    "Customers advised to conserve electricity, especially during peak usage."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Borneo Post Online",
        "title": "Thunderstorms may offer temporary haze relief as Sarawak braces for prolonged dry spell, says MetMalaysia state director",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/thunderstorms-may-offer-temporary-haze-relief-as-sarawak-braces-for",
        "published": "2026-08-28T11:13:07.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}